How shadow AI affects law firm compliance – Legal Futures
AI tools are increasingly integral to law firms’ operations. But what happens when lawyers and support staff start using AI outside the firm’s official systems? The post How shadow AI…
Legal Futures
Barrister referred to BSB for misleading tribunal with ChatGPT – Legal Futures
A barrister who used ChatGPT to draft grounds of appeal for the Upper Tribunal that included a fake case reference, and then failed to admit it, has been referred to…
Solicitor “did not perceive risk” of failing to witness PoA properly – Legal Futures
A solicitor who failed to properly witness a power of attorney during the pandemic has received a suspended suspension. The post Solicitor “did not perceive risk” of failing to witness…
FCA steps up campaign to warn consumers off law firms and CMCs – Legal Futures
The Financial Conduct Authority has launched a £1m campaign to tell motor finance customers that they do not need to use a claims management company or law firm. The post…
High Court orders will writers to take part in mediation – Legal Futures
The High Court has consolidated a negligence claim against a will-writing company with a dispute over the will it drafted, and ordered the company to engage in mediation. The post…
Why some appeals are just not worth pursuing – Legal Futures
This case reinforces the need for clear, honest advice and a strong understanding of the risks associated with illegal working and civil penalty challenges. The post Why some appeals are…
Turnover for Express Solicitors nears £90m mark – Legal Futures
The personal injury law firm has been buoyed by recent acquisitions The post Turnover for Express Solicitors nears £90m mark appeared first on Legal Futures. – Read More
360 Law Group appoints Investment Banking Specialist Anthony Gahan as Chairman – Legal Futures
International tech-driven law firm 360 Law Group has appointed investment banking specialist Anthony Gahan as its new chairman. The post 360 Law Group appoints Investment Banking Specialist Anthony Gahan as…
BigHand launches new mid-law resource management solution to support client retention, growth efforts – Legal Futures
The release marks the industry’s first resource management and work allocation tool purpose-built for mid-tier law firms. The post BigHand launches new mid-law resource management solution to support client retention,…
Empowering Law Firm Leaders Podcast: How to plan for your firm’s success – Legal Futures
With over 35 years’ experience in legal technology and business transformation, Graham discusses the behaviours, mindsets, and tools that set successful firms apart, and explains how to benchmark analytical maturity…
The ILFM launches iCOFA – The COFA Institute: Independent support for compliance leaders – Legal Futures
The ILFM has today announced the launch of iCOFA – The COFA Institute, a dedicated new resource designed to support COFAs, Deputy COFAs and members of a compliance team directly…
Sanctions for law firms – where to start? – Legal Futures
It is crucial for law firms to have a person responsible for compliance with the UK Sanctions Regime. This can be COLP, MLRO, MLCO, etc. The post Sanctions for law…
Why clients demand value and efficiency and how Nexa delivers both – Legal Futures
Today’s clients, whether individuals, businesses, or organisations, expect more from their lawyers: clear communication, transparent pricing, speed, and above all, advice that drives results. The post Why clients demand value…
High-profile ABS owner cleared of wrongdoing over payments – Legal Futures
The man who founded now-defunct Stobart Barristers and then bought two well-known criminal law firms, has been cleared of any wrongdoing around his business’s insolvency. The post High-profile ABS owner…
Conveyancers sign industry charter to speed up property process – Legal Futures
Instructing a conveyancer when a property is listed is number one of an eight-point plan issued by a group of 23 leading organisations to speed up the home-buying process. The…