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Law firm tells MPs a Public Inquiry into birth injuries is crucial following ‘surge’ in cases
A law firm acting for mothers, children and families who have suffered as a result of birth injuries has told a parliamentary inquiry it is witnessing a “surge” in cases.
LOCS:23 – ICO approve new ‘premier’ GDPR standard for legal sector
The new LOCS:23 scheme will clearly set out the standard of GDPR compliance for those who are working in and supplying the legal profession.
InfoTrack takes KWW paralegal to Australia!
Alison Charles from Surrey firm KWW has scooped the big prize in InfoTrack’s Annual “Take Me To Australia” promotion.
What is LEDES billing? A guide for lawyers
If you’ve ever been involved in a law firm’s electronic billing process or explored this topic online, you might be wondering: What is LEDES billing?
Conveyancers vote for top 24 Local Land Charges teams in England and Wales
The top 24 Local Land Charges teams in England and Wales, as voted for by conveyancers and solicitors, have been revealed by Land Data, the official searches expert, in its Local Land Charges Awards for Excellence shortlist.
Customers think conveyancing is slow, what can we do about it?
Avoiding the glib response – ‘automate your business’ – there’s very practical guidance that can help legal firms to improve the speed of their workflows, and the pace of the property chain. Small steps, which are easier to implement.
Unveiling the UK’s plan for tackling AML
Money laundering remains a substantial threat to the UK economy, with an estimated annual cost of £100 billion.
Seven ways that SME law firms can manage risk effectively
Never before has it been more important for SME law firms to prioritise compliance and ensure the ‘basics’ are in place to mitigate risk, fines, and reputational damage.
Learn, share, and connect with fellow Chief Legal Officers from around the world at a unique, timely conference
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) is inviting the highest ranking legal officer of an organisation to join their peers from around the world at the ACC Chief Legal Officer Global Summit.
Six ways to make clients feel loved this Valentine’s Day
With love in the air, it’s timely to put client relationships in the spotlight and consider whether they really feel special and valued. Are they getting the client care they deserve? And will they keep using your firm?
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Mind the (justice) gap: Why are RTAs going up but claims still down?
The gap between the number of road traffic accident injuries and the number of motor injury claims continues to widen, according to the latest government data.
Five key issues to consider when adopting an AI-based legal tech
As generative AI starts to play a bigger role in our working lives, there are some key issues that your law firm needs to consider when adopting an AI-based legal tech.
Bulk litigation – not always working in consumers interests
For consumers to get the benefit, bulk litigation needs to be done well, and we are increasingly concerned that there are significant problems in some areas of this market.
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