New research has highlighted the importance of using artificial intelligence – and being seen to use it – among the largest law firms. The post Biggest law firms lead way…
For conveyancers across the UK, enquiries remain the most frustrating stage of a property transaction. Too often they are irrelevant, non-compliant, or duplicated. The post From 83,000 PDFs to one…
In response to the Bank of England’s decision to hold interest rates at 4% Andrew Lloyd, Managing Director at Search Acumen, comments. The post “Bank of England has chosen to…
A recent report highlighted the critical role of trusted intermediaries. It provides “fresh evidence to inform early intervention and public legal education strategies”. The post Reaching underserved communities to tackle…
An employment law service powered entirely by artificial intelligence goes live today, offering consumers both legal advice and representation. The post Exclusive: Solicitor launches AI-only employment law business appeared first…
A ban on using the term ‘no win, no fee’ and enhanced oversight of law firms are among ideas put forward by the SRA to make the high-volume consumer claims…
Conveyancers are set to experience a “sharp decline” in transaction volumes this year amid further consolidation in the market, new research has shown. The post “Tough winter ahead for conveyancers,”…
Litigation funders should have to purchase a small percentage of class actions before they are certified as part of efforts to improve the system, a think tank has recommended. The…
A judge has heavily criticised a solicitor who acted for a woman he decided did not actually exist in a bid to stop a property sale, in a case he…
Top media law firm Carter-Ruck was instructed “in furtherance of fraud” by cryptocurrency scam OneCoin and its co-founder Dr Ruja Ignatova, the SDT said this week. The post SDT: Top…
HMRC needs to exclude solicitors from legislation requiring tax advisers who interact with it on behalf of clients to register and meet minimum standards, the Law Society has argued. The…
The government needs to ensure better up-front information and create a centralised property data system to improve the home-buying process, Santander argued yesterday. The post Centralised property data system needed…
Law firms are increasingly turning to technology to automate workflows and make important gains in efficiency and productivity. The post Compliance platforms shouldn’t be a one-size-fits-all solution appeared first on…
Unlike more straight forward corporate transactions, the sale of a legal practice carries with it unique regulatory requirements, and it is crucial that these matters are properly addressed to ensure…
Autumn is here, signalling the start of a flurry of activity in our calendars that will likely last until the new year. The post How seasonal marketing can elevate your…