All Law firm & practice management articles – Page 38
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News‘Law without the lawyers’: Firm’s venture lets clients do the work
Kennedys creates tech start-up where clients turn to lawyers only when expert advice is needed.
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FeatureBringing your ‘whole self’ to work
‘Sausage machine’ of the past is slowly being replaced with new ways of working, taking into account lawyers’ individual experiences and commitments.
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NewsSlater and Gordon set to cut fee earner roles in Birmingham
Firm continues nationwide consolidation as it moves towards model of centres of excellence.
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NewsHigh street big names to create ‘conveyancing powerhouse’
McMillan Williams and Taylor Rose TTKW hope to reach merger agreement this week, Gazette understands.
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NewsCommercial firm wins breathing space from creditors with CVA
Creditors collectively owed more than £4m after 'temporary cash flow issue'.
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FeatureCrash landing
The Senior Managers and Certification Regime focused City minds on individual accountability, writes Marialuisa Taddia. But does one fine in four years suggest failure or - paradoxically - that the regime is working?
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NewsLegal aid giant absorbs another firm after partner quits to join judiciary
National firm Tuckers announces second merger this year and says it is talking to other firms.
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FeatureLegal needs: Seeking professional help
Last week saw publication of the biggest ever survey of legal needs in England and Wales, commissioned by the Law Society and umbrella regulator the Legal Services Board.
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News‘Breakdown in relationship’ behind firm holding company's administration
Administrators of Carbon Law’s parent say sufficient property is available to distribute to creditors.
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OpinionYou can’t force staff to have fun if they don’t want to
Efforts to engender a team spirit and make colleagues feel special are great, but only if it’s welcome.
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NewsDirectors banned after £1.4m investor monies used to prop up firm
Norfolk solicitors prevented from running any company after misleading investors.
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OpinionWhy are disabled people seemingly ‘unexpected’ in the legal profession?
Fairness in recruitment has been identified as a problematic area for disabled people.
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NewsWeightmans entitled to fire worker over internet browsing, tribunal rules
Former facilities assistant had brought claim for unfair dismissal against national firm.
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NewsFirms lacking investigation cover ‘dangerously exposed’
Research suggests many firms without enough insurance would face ruin if hauled before disciplinary tribunal.
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FeatureProtecting your funds from cybercriminals
How to handle everyday IT challenges in your legal business
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FeatureHow to: Tackle succession planning
Contemplating your own professional mortality can be uncomfortable, hears Marialuisa Taddia. But the rise of the ‘zombie’ law firm shows it is never too early to start thinking about what comes next.
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NewsLegal aid giant absorbs firm smothered by red tape
'It came to a point where I was doing only the compliance and regulatory side of work', criminal practitioner says.
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NewsIrwin Mitchell confirms ‘reshape’ of partner profile as dozens depart
Accounts also show healthy profits and rising income for national firm.
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OpinionAt a career crossroads? How to switch direction in the law
Career Management for Lawyers: Practical Strategies to Plan your Next Chapter | Rachel Brushfield
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NewsRedundant staff could sue ex-Stobart executive
Workers at One Legal were emailed and told the business was shutting down immediately.