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Navigating compliance in a fragmented geopolitical and regulatory landscape can be a daunting task. Jessica Sweet, data protection and privacy counsel at iManage, explains how well-thought-out processes and the judicious use of technology can lighten the burden.
Andrew Fairman, partner at MSB Solicitors, sets out the key elements of the Renters Rights Bill and urges lawyers to be ready for its swift implementation following Royal Assent later this year
Gary Gallen, founder of legal enterprise rradar, calls on the profession to change its mindset from one of cure to one that prioritises prevention.
To integrate AI into their working practices successfully legal organisations need to move from a “tech-first” to a “people-first” approach, says Jenny Hotchin, customer discovery lead at systems provider iManage
Jamie Hanley is the partner-in-charge of the London office of US firm Labaton Keller Sucharow LLP, and a litigator with a particular interest in ESG. He shares a day in his working life with The Brief
Yulia Barnes is the managing partner of Barnes Law, a commercial law firm based in the heart of Mayfair. She shares a day in her life with The Brief.
Danielle Ayres is a partner in the employment team at the North West commercial firm Primas Law, and has a particular specialism in matters relating to pregnancy and maternity discrimination. She shares a day in her life with The Brief.
As head of professional liability at Midlands-based Smith Partnership, Alison Neate specialises in professional negligence claims. Her journey with Smith Partnership began in 1994; she is now an owner of the business and today she shares her daily routine with The Brief.
20 questions gets under the skin of the UK’s leading lawyers
Jan Matthews, managing partner at Reeds Solicitors, shares his passions and interests.
Trevor Francis, managing partner at Blackfords LLP, specialises in serious fraud and high-profile crime, disciplinary, regulatory and health & safety matters. He shares his passions and interests with The Brief.