Why cybercriminals love law firms – Legal Futures
So why do attackers love law firms? The answer lies in the unique combination of high-value data, tight deadlines and limited cybersecurity maturity. The post Why cybercriminals love law firms…
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Webinar to uncover how modern law firms can drive growth through effective business development – Legal Futures
The second episode in the fourth series of Osprey Approach’s Build Better Habits webinars will explore how every legal professional – not just rainmakers – can play a part in…
iCOFA – Legal Futures
iCOFA – The COFA Institute is part of The Institute of Legal Finance & Management (ILFM) which is the leading education and membership organisation in the legal sector, supporting legal…
PE-backed deal and reverse takeover lead latest M&A rush – Legal Futures
The annual rush of M&A activity around the October insurance renewal season has included a private equity-backed deal and a firm buying another more than twice its size. The post…
Allegation over solicitor’s role in will “should never have been made” – Legal Futures
An allegation that an old woman who owned a farm in Devon signed codicils under the undue influence of a solicitor “should never have been made”, a High Court judge…
Strike-off for solicitor who misled client, court and law firm – Legal Futures
A solicitor who misled her divorce client, the Family Court and the owner of her law firm – leading to the client being issued with a penal notice – has…
BSB goes ahead with new complaints rules for barristers – Legal Futures
The Bar Standards Board has decided to go ahead with rule changes requiring barristers to tell it every year, via their chambers, about any complaints they receive. The post BSB…
Tackling misconceptions about UK accident management companies – Legal Futures
For over 40 years, accident management companies have been a fundamental part of the UK’s legal structure, yet they often face skepticism online. The post Tackling misconceptions about UK accident…
The rise of medical negligence claims: legal and systemic implications – Legal Futures
Medical negligence claims have become one of the most pressing challenges facing the healthcare and legal landscape, reshaping the way cases are funded, managed and resolved. The post The rise…
Law firm targets London growth after taking private equity – Legal Futures
A 25-partner law firm has become the first mid-market law firm in London to take private equity investment, with plans to grow both organically and through acquisition. The post Law…
Solicitors vote down Law Society plan to raise SGM threshold – Legal Futures
The Law Society leadership yesterday lost a vote on its plan to increase the threshold for calling an SGM – and then immediately triggered a ballot of all members. The…
Court of Appeal crushes challenge to advocates’ immunity – Legal Futures
A high-powered Court of Appeal has overturned and completely rejected a High Court ruling that had opened a crack in advocates’ immunity. The post Court of Appeal crushes challenge to…
Mazur: Non-authorised person “should not be client’s main contact” – Legal Futures
Our round-up of developments on the Mazur ruling includes a warning that law firms should consider prohibiting non-authorised staff from being clients’ main point of contact. The post Mazur: Non-authorised…
Tech over cuts: How UK law firms are investing in efficiency, not redundancy – Legal Futures
Rising operational costs, growing client expectations for value and transparency, and economic uncertainty have left many firms questioning how best to adapt. The post Tech over cuts: How UK law…
Kevin Smith’s story: Customising Hoowla Case Management Software for vehicle damage claims – Legal Futures
As a freelance solicitor specialising in vehicle damage claims, Kevin Smith knew that efficiency was going to either make or break his practice. The post Kevin Smith’s story: Customising Hoowla…