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It’s important for law firms to meet the mandatory training obligations, to ensure they’re prepared for the forecasted unsettled housing market and any sudden increase of transactions.

Family law cases, with their many complexities and sensitivities, do not always fit within the highly streamlined nature of digital case proceedings.

it is hard to disagree with the contention that a personal recommendation for a service is, without doubt, the best source of new clients; it will always be stronger than a testimonial on a website.

In the face of declining profits, client demand and increased staff attrition, the legal services market is currently facing the risk of a significant downturn in profitability.

A recent report from LPM found that most (62%) senior leaders at SME law firms consider their peers to be the biggest commercial threat to their future success.

The legal system is increasingly recognising and embracing the value of diverse perspectives, which helps to ensure fairness and justice for all. Shabnam Ali-Khan, partner at London firm Russell-Cooke, explains hers.

With such change and a broad range of issues facing firms and legal teams, a greater emphasis has been placed on the psychology of change and how leaders go about solving problems.

New research shows that less than a third of solicitors use basic legal technology, with a lack of understanding among senior management a major barrier.

Dan Neidle has caused quite a stir by naming and shaming a tax KC for advice on a fraudulent tax scheme. I have often thought about when to name individuals associated with ethics problems.

Courts don’t necessarily have a reputation as being quick to change, but Covid-19 forced us to adapt. Undoubtedly, some were uncomfortable with the pace but it was mostly for the better.