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Build Better Habits returns for third series
The series will continue to highlight the fundamental mindsets and habits of successful modern law firms for long term success
Barnes and Partners has embraced new legal technology with Hoowla case management software
Founded in 1971, Barnes and Partners has over forty years of experience. The firm has grown into one of North London’s leading solicitor firms, with a network of four local branches, including their distinguished head office in Enfield.
Bracing for the storm: How the Autumn Budget could impact the legal sector
As we approach the much-anticipated Autumn Budget on October 30, 2024, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has set the tone for what he describes as a “painful” economic roadmap.
DAS posts 8% GWP growth for year leading up to ARAG acquisition
DAS Legal Expenses Insurance Company grew its gross written premium by 8% in 2023, the final year before the company was acquired by the International ARAG Group (ARAG SE) in a deal that was completed on January 2, this year.
Construction: Launch of the Retention Protection Pledge
With the recent news that ISG has entered administration, the spotlight has returned once more to the challenges and risks facing contractors and sub-contractors in the UK’s construction sector.
Express Solicitors makes further strides in the top 100 law firms
The Lawyer Top 200 UK Law Firms list is now live, and Manchester-based Express Solicitors has improved on its ranking once again, coming in at 71, up nine places from 80th place in 2023.
Search Acumen responds to HMRC’s property transaction data for August 2024
The seasonally adjusted estimate of the number of UK residential transactions in August 2024 is 90,210, 5% higher than August 2023 and marginally lower (less than 1%) than July 2024.
Introducing right to work, right to rent and mortality checks
The latest additions to the Verify 365 platform are Right to Work and Right to Rent (RTW & RTR) checks and mortality checks.
Infodash announces strategic partnership with BigHand Business Intelligence
Infodash, the leading provider of legal intranet and extranet solutions for Am Law 200 and Global 100 law firms, is thrilled to announce its partnership with global software provider BigHand for their Business Intelligence solution.
Preparing law firms for the impact of AI
This transformative shift in the rise of AI is heralding a new age of efficiency, providing law firms access to game-changing innovation that is altering the way they practise law and deliver client service.
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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.
ABSs, cost and audits – fixing regulation after Axiom Ince
A feature of law firm collapses and frauds has sometimes been the over-concentration of power in outdated and overburdened systems of control.
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