Practice management – Page 5
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NewsFirm preserves independence with leadership buyout
Majority shareholder sells stake in Harrison Drury after overseeing rapid growth over 17 years.
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NewsSolicitor forced out at 63 wins age discrimination case
Walker Morris tells tribunal it wanted to stop senior partners blocking opportunities for younger lawyers.
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NewsSimmons & Simmons sets social mobility targets
International firm wants a minimum of 20% of lawyers from lower socio-economic backgrounds by 2029.
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NewsAI getting more accurate but lawyers still needed, finds new report
Language model tools score much higher when faced with difficult legal questions.
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FeatureAt the double
The saying ‘it’s lonely at the top’ doesn’t apply at many law firms, where senior and managing partners share leadership responsibilities. It helps if they get along, writes Katharine Freeland.
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NewsHMRC rows back on partner tax change which could have hit law firms
Tax authority changed its guidance last year to close potential loophole created by excessive capital contributions.
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NewsIn depth: Legal policy forum highlights new diversity and inclusion initiatives
The UK’s legal sector is continuing to champion diversity, equality and inclusion programmes as major US corporations, including professional advisory firms, begin to row back on their pledges.
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NewsIn depth: Should solicitors hold client money?
Would it be simpler and safer if law firms didn’t hold client money? That is one proposal in a landmark SRA consultation on client protection which closes later this month. Solicitors are sceptical.
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NewsRosenblatt redux rescues 40 staff as RBG sinks
Experienced executive team appointed as Ian Rosenblatt hails rebirth of firm he founded in 1989 as an independent practice.
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OpinionPuncturing the hype
Michael Kennedy reviews Nathan Cemenska’s 'How to Buy Legal Tech That Works'.
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FeatureNew world disorder
The exponential rise of GenAI heralded a deluge of new security threats – are law firms up to the challenge?
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NewsLife in the Law: LawCare announces wellbeing and mental health survey
Mental wellbeing charity is urging individuals in the sector to respond to initiative which will lead to recommendations on better working practices.
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OpinionWhat to do when a partner is not doing the business
David Pickup reviews 'Managing Partner Performance: Strategies for Transforming Underperforming Partners'.
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NewsSRA investigates as Scots firm’s demise hits thousands south of the border
McClure Solicitors went into administration in 2021, leaving a trail of complaints about property and assets held in trust.
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FeatureThe rise of cyber attacks
What has led to an increase in cyber attacks and how can law firms guard against this risk?
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FeatureOff the hamster wheel
The not-for-profit law firm is not a euphemism for losing money. Katharine Freeland talks to lawyers who are billing clients for whole new reasons.
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NewsIn depth: Should law firms pressure staff to get back to the office?
UK plc and public sector organisations are ramping up pressure on staff to come in to the office as pandemic memories fade. Law firms seeking to follow suit need to be aware that there are risks attached.
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NewsRosenblatt founder makes formal board clear-out bid
Meeting convened to discuss the possible replacement of senior executives.