learning from othersThere has been, and continues to be, much written on the subject of multi-disciplinary partnerships.

The legal profession's reluctance to admit non-lawyers into a partnership is understandable, but it should be remembered that there are those in other professions just as apprehensive of the lawyers muscling in on their act.Partnerships, companies (limited or otherwise), friendly societies, co-operatives and the like are not the only answer.

As a founding member of what we believe to be the first Chamber of Experts, I should like to promote the virtues of the simple association - little formal agreement, just a willingness to work together.We have members from several professions, and so far have only benefited from drawing on each others strengths and experiences.

Perhaps this is a lesson that all professions could benefit from at this time.Tim Vogel, forensic accountant, Blofield, Norfolk