In this spotlight piece as part of our World Mental Health Day series about Oakwood Solicitors we spoke with Jason Spence and Stuart Jones regarding the support and resources the firm provides for staff well-being.
In this spotlight piece as part of our World Mental Health Day series about Oakwood Solicitors we spoke with Jason Spence and Stuart Jones regarding the support and resources the firm provides for staff well-being.
In the first of our collaborative FAQ series with Jamie Kelly of Y Therapy entitled ‘Mental Health in the Legal Profession’ we bring you Part 1 which answers three questions sourced from the legal profession about mental health barriers and challenges.
This World Mental Health Day (10 October), LawCare, the charity that promotes and supports better mental health in the legal sector, is sharing practical tips to help you create a mentally healthy workplace. They’re also offering a free webinar to give legal professionals the tools they need to manage work challenges and prioritise mental health at work.
The legal profession is known for its high standards and relentless demands, especially for Partners who balance leadership, client expectations, and personal lives. In this feature from Dr Catherine Sykes highlights the unique mental health challenges faced by Partners at law firms, including increased risks of depression, anxiety, and burnout.
With National Coming Out Day (11th October) this week Bob Hughes of Switchboard LGBTQIA+ Support Line provides us with an update of the training sessions they have available to help support you in making your workplace more inclusive.
Join DG Legal for a free two part webinar series on Judicial Review and Refusal of Naturalisation on Good Character Grounds. In this will be a 1 hour session presented by leading practitioners Eric Fripp and Amy Childs from 36 Group, they will outline the parameters for refusal of British nationality on the basis of lack of ‘good character’, how to anticipate issues, and how to contest refusals The first part of the webinar will be held on Tuesday, 8th October 2024, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm.
If you’ve received a Subject Access Request (SAR), don’t push it aside—prompt action is crucial. Kristy Gouldsmith provides a guide to help; including an explanation of what an SAR is, steps to manage them and the complications that can arise.
Probate genealogy is a specialized field focused on locating heirs when someone dies intestate (without a will), often misunderstood despite its significance. In this article Callum Emmerson of Blanchards Inheritance debunks some of those common myths for us.
If your firm isn’t blogging, you’re missing out – blogging can increase your leads by 67%! Even better, it works 24/7, with your content accessible anytime. Read about why a blog is a must-have marketing tool for your law firm from Chloe Wingate of TOMD.
We are pleased to inform you of an upcoming free webinar hosted by LawCare and delivered by Claire Jacques and Satpal Kaur-Thompson about relationships in the workplace and how that can affect our mental health.
For legal professionals, especially in family law, timely drug and alcohol test results are crucial. In this article Cansford’s Managing Director, Kim Bagley discusses why their three-working-day turnaround sets the standard for drug and alcohol testing.
World Mental Health Day 2024
Ever wondered about the impact that our relationships (whether personal or professional) have on our mental health? In this article, we explore the root causes of relationship challenges, how they can show up at work, and what we can do about them. By Satpal Kaur-Thompson of Lawsight.
Joe Brady, Co-Founder of Who Media, discusses how a simple marketing strategy using TikTok ads can help to generate reliable business leads for law firms.
Mental health stigma remains a significant barrier in the legal profession, making it difficult for lawyers to seek help despite growing awareness. In this article Jamie Kelly explores the unique challenges faced by lawyers, the cultural and systemic barriers to mental health support, and practical strategies to foster a supportive work environment.
The Child Maintenance Service (CMS) Financial Investigation Unit (FIU) plays a crucial role in identifying hidden incomes and is a vital tool in ensuring fair child maintenance payments. However, while the FIU’s involvement can help secure more accurate maintenance awards, it often leads to prolonged legal battles and will apply to all future maintenance calculations. In this article Michelle Counley of NACSA discusses alternative routes prior to FIU, the drawbacks of FIU involvement and the long-term implications of FIU decisions.
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