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Will Aid: Unlock publicity for your firm while helping those who need it most
Top of the Blogs Wills and Probate
 •  4 mins read

Will Aid: Unlock publicity for your firm while helping those who need it most

Participating in the Will Aid campaign offers a unique opportunity for solicitors to grow their client base while supporting UK charities. By waiving your fee for writing basic Wills and encouraging voluntary donations, you can enhance your firm’s profile and contribute to important causes. With comprehensive PR support from the Will Aid team, including press releases, local media coverage, and social media tools, you’ll maximise your campaign impact.

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Switchboard: Listen Up! Report 2023
Top of the Blogs LGBTQ+
 •  3 mins read

Switchboard: Listen Up! Report 2023

Switchboard launched this report in early July, giving insights into the current needs and challenges faced by the LGBTQIA+ community, and sharing these with other organisations across the LGBTQIA+ charity and media landscape, enabling these organisations to continue to tailor their support services more effectively and address the needs shared by LGBTQIA+ people across the UK.

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How to cope with work-related stress
Top of the Blogs Mental Health
 •  4 mins read

How to cope with work-related stress

Workplace stress is a common issue impacting our health and well-being.

Dr Catherine Sykes, a respected psychologist, explores the signs of work-related stress and offers practical advice on managing it.

This article highlights the importance of early intervention and differentiates between stress and anxiety, providing valuable strategies to help individuals cope and thrive professionally.

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LGBTQ+ Lawyers
Top of the Blogs LGBTQ+
 •  8 mins read

LGBTQ+ Lawyers

This insightful article by Bridget Garrood, Lawyer and LGBT+ Lawyers Division Committee Member, provides personal viewpoints, gleaned from 29 years of lived experience as a lesbian lawyer, talking to / mentoring others, plus their own curiosity and research.

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Will Aid: Unlock publicity for your firm while helping those who need it most
 •  4 mins read
Wills and Probate

Will Aid: Unlock publicity for your firm while helping those who need it most

Participating in the Will Aid campaign offers a unique opportunity for solicitors to grow their client base while supporting UK charities. By waiving your fee for writing basic Wills and encouraging voluntary donations, you can enhance your firm’s profile and contribute to important causes. With comprehensive PR support from the Will Aid team, including press releases, local media coverage, and social media tools, you’ll maximise your campaign impact.

Drug Driving Success
 •  3 mins read
Criminal Law

Drug Driving Success

A defendant charged with drug driving was found not guilty after an analysis by Bericon Forensics. The analysis showed the defendant’s THC levels were slightly above the legal limit. However, the expert suggested that the THC level could have dropped below the limit within a few hours due to the defendant’s regular cannabis use. This uncertainty contributed to the not guilty verdict.

Switchboard: Listen Up! Report 2023
 •  3 mins read
LGBTQ+

Switchboard: Listen Up! Report 2023

Switchboard launched this report in early July, giving insights into the current needs and challenges faced by the LGBTQIA+ community, and sharing these with other organisations across the LGBTQIA+ charity and media landscape, enabling these organisations to continue to tailor their support services more effectively and address the needs shared by LGBTQIA+ people across the UK.

How to cope with work-related stress
 •  4 mins read
Mental Health

How to cope with work-related stress

Workplace stress is a common issue impacting our health and well-being.

Dr Catherine Sykes, a respected psychologist, explores the signs of work-related stress and offers practical advice on managing it.

This article highlights the importance of early intervention and differentiates between stress and anxiety, providing valuable strategies to help individuals cope and thrive professionally.

How UK Heir Hunters Differ From Their International Counterparts
 •  4 mins read
Wills and Probate

How UK Heir Hunters Differ From Their International Counterparts

Heir hunters, also known as probate genealogists, play a crucial role in locating missing or unknown heirs to estates left behind by deceased individuals. While the core function of heir hunting remains consistent across different regions, the approach, legal frameworks, and operational methods can vary significantly from one country to another. Here’s a closer look […]

Imposter syndrome: Why do I feel like a fraud at work?
 •  5 mins read
General

Imposter syndrome: Why do I feel like a fraud at work?

Imposter syndrome can affect even the most high-achieving people – and there are even suggestions that it’s more likely when you experience success in your life. We spoke to highly esteemed coaching psychologist Dr Catherine Sykes, who frequently sees CEOs and partners at law firms with imposter syndrome.

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