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As UK law firms continue to digitise, cyber threats are escalating. From ransomware to data theft and email compromise. This article from Debra Cairns of Net-Defence explores real cases and highlights practical steps firms can take to strengthen defences, protect client data and maintain trust.
You are invited to join Cansford Labs for a live Q&A in September with their Head of Lab Operations James Nutt and Deputy Lab Manager Abbi Holloway. This is your opportunity to ask them any questions about the science of sample testing and detection windows.
Insider threats occur when employees misuse access to steal or leak data, causing legal, financial, and reputational damage. This article from Debra Cairns examines three UK cases, ICO responses, warning signs, and effective data loss protection measures.
Since June 2025, private children law cases in West Yorkshire follow the Pathfinder Pilot, a new child-focused process. Sophie Jensen of Duncan Lewis Solicitors explain how the scheme improves efficiency, supports self-represented parties, and centres the child’s voice in court.
Motoring offences don’t always warrant standard penalties. Leah Hester of LMP Legal explores how “special reasons” arguments can protect drivers from disqualification, using real case examples to show how legal knowledge and preparation can influence outcomes in high-stakes situations.
Returning to legal practice after a career break can feel daunting, but with the right support, it can be made easier. Nikki Alderson shares practical strategies for HR teams, barristers’ clerks, and returners to create confident and sustainable return to work in law.
Who pays for house clearance after death? Executors usually cover probate house clearance costs using estate funds. Legal professionals advise on bereavement house clearance, asset sales, and managing contributions from beneficiaries to ensure a smooth estate process.
Cansford Labs launches dual DBS test for comprehensive alcohol assessment. PEth & EtG markers reveal recent and long-term use, aiding family law cases.
Explore AI’s impact on law firms. Can ChatGPT replace document-focused professions? Uncover the automation vs. generative AI debate in 2024
It goes without saying that compliance training is crucial for UK law firms to uphold their legal obligations, mitigate risk, maintain reputation, foster ethical behaviour, protect clients, and achieve a competitive edge. In 2024, advances in digital learning will not only play a significant role in helping firms continue to meet compliance standards, but also, […]
A lot has changed since 1986, when the Law Society of England and Wales first allowed solicitors to advertise and promote their services. Nowadays, many marketing options are available to legal services providers and are widely used within the regulatory rules and guidelines designed to preserve the reputation and integrity of the profession. Mike Johnstone, […]
Bamboo owns one of the UK’s leading alternative business structures (ABS) for law firms, Carbon Law Partners. Bamboo enables law firms to start, grow and exit. For new start law brands its white-label platform enables lawyers and non-lawyers to establish a firm using an SRA-regulated structure. They can do so on their own terms, under their own […]
With industry sources suggesting that over 70% of legal professionals struggle to complete essential training and learning activities, we asked clients and industry partners for their feedback regarding how an online learning strategy can impact challenges and improve efficiencies. Here’s what we found out … Top Challenges Solutions and Benefits eAlliance Learning Technology has implemented digital […]
At TOMD, we’ve spent years developing bespoke websites for legal and professional services firms that reflect their brand, expertise and values. This means that we understand just how vital it is to tailor your website in a way that speaks directly to your target audience(s). Everything from design and content to imagery and navigation have […]
Explore how Wedlake Bell modernised service delivery with Sysero, enhancing productivity, reducing risk, and elevating client experience.
The last couple of years have seen a rapid growth in the number of businesses of all sizes shifting towards hosted desktop services.
Bringing on new technology can be an expensive endeavour so make sure you’re asking the right questions to providers (and your team).
Accesspoint have developed in-depth integrations for Verify365 into P4W (Partner For Windows) & SOS Practice Management Systems
The legal profession is more competitive than ever before – with constant pressure for law firms to stand out from the crowd and on top of their game. Thousands of lawyers are competing for the same work in a crowded market where clients have unlimited access to hundreds of firms at the click of mouse. […]
CTS Attack: State-Sponsored & Serious Crime What’s the problem? Law firms are failing to prioritise their cybersecurity. Encompassing everything connected to the Internet, this failing not only ignores internal security but also their third-party supply security. As such, firms across the legal sector are unknowingly and unwittingly adopting insecure positions by default. What’s the harm? […]
Partnering with a law firm over high-net-worth clients can open up a lucrative new channel There is huge untapped potential for accountancy practitioners and private-client lawyers to collaborate over wealth and tax advice required by high-net-worth clients. Not only are these client services really important to family-owned businesses (over 70% of these enterprises fail to […]
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