Law Society calls for “one-stop shop” AI platform for civil justice – Legal Futures
The Law Society has called for the creation of a “one-stop shop” platform, backed by AI, to act as a single point of entry to the civil justice system. The…
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Solicitor who changed LPA and cheque “was not dishonest” – Legal Futures
A solicitor who changed the terms of a lasting power of attorney and the date on a cheque without the client’s consent did not act dishonestly, the SDT has ruled.…
Legal services “a national asset”, says government’s Industrial Strategy – Legal Futures
The UK legal sector is “a national asset and an engine of economic growth”, the government declared yesterday as it unveiled its 10-year Industrial Strategy. The post Legal services “a…
Search Acumen reacts to the Industrial Strategy – Legal Futures
In response to the Industrial Strategy, Andrew Lloyd, Managing Director at Search Acumen, comments… The post Search Acumen reacts to the Industrial Strategy appeared first on Legal Futures. – Read…
Brabners adds to partnership in record round of promotions – Legal Futures
Leading independent law firm Brabners has announced a record number of promotions including the addition of two more lawyers to its growing partnership, following another year of purpose-led growth. The…
Sentry expands free funding market search for litigators – Legal Futures
Sentry Funding’s free tool enabling litigators to instantly search the funding market on behalf of clients has been expanded. The post Sentry expands free funding market search for litigators appeared…
360 Law Services celebrates the appointment of its 100th consultant solicitor – Legal Futures
360 Law Services, the SRA-regulated arm of 360 Law Group, announces a significant milestone in its growth journey with the appointment of its 100th consultant solicitor, Rachel Watts. The post…
Mediation platform offers warring parties £25 chatbot service – Legal Futures
A joint venture between a well-established UK mediation firm and a US-based online dispute resolution provider is offering individuals and SMEs a chatbot-based service for only £25 each. The post…
Solicitor diverted client’s damages to company linked to his wife – Legal Futures
A solicitor who diverted some of his client’s damages to a rehabilitation company connected to his wife – and created fake invoices that said it had treated the client –…
Discrimination still prevalent in profession, say women lawyers – Legal Futures
Most women in law (88%) believe sex discrimination is still prevalent in the profession, with 63% saying they had personally experienced it in the last five years. The post Discrimination…
“Whistleblowing” paralegal not unfairly dismissed by immigration firm – Legal Futures
An employment tribunal has rejected claims from a paralegal that she was unfairly dismissed by her immigration firm for whistleblowing about client-care letters not being sent out. The post “Whistleblowing”…
Wills are changing but do your financial partners know? – Legal Futures
The Law Commission reforms to wills make this an excellent time to reflect, not only on how they will affect your own clients and processes but also those of your…
Law firm awarded £4.2m over PPI claims lost by JV partner – Legal Futures
A law firm specialising in PPI claims has been awarded £4.2m in damages for thousands of cases that failed because of its joint venture partner. The post Law firm awarded…
Call for action to help small law firms adopt technology – Legal Futures
Tech adoption by small law firms is being held back by cost, uncertainty and a reluctance to invest in systems that quickly become outdated or non-compliant, according to SRA research.…
Law Society warns SRA to avoid “knee-jerk responses” on ethics – Legal Futures
The Law Society has advised the Solicitors Regulation Authority against “knee-jerk responses” in attempting to tackle the issue of ethical standards in the profession. The post Law Society warns SRA…