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F1 teams work constantly on the variables that deliver success, often making decisions and adjustments in real-time during races. The Chief Technology Officer of the enterprise content management platform NetDocuments says firms should take a similar approach to legal tech.
an Adams of Arbor Law argues that the freelance revolution in law is far bigger than the official figures would suggest.
Fiona Cain explains her role in the genesis and evolution of Haynes Boone’s Arbitration Rules Comparison Tool, and explores the reasons for, and benefits of, developing a bespoke resource of this kind.
Dr Morag Duffin of the University of Law looks into awarding gaps and differential outcomes between different groups undertaking the SQE.
The founder and CEO of Rochdale-based motoring defence firm Scarsdale Solicitors shares a day in her working life and explains how her business has introduced a new career framework to ensure all its staff can thrive and grow.
Partner Manjit Virdee joined Schofield Sweeney in 2005 and now heads up one of the biggest Real Estate teams in Yorkshire. He shares a day in his life with The Brief.
Gary McIndoe founded the Manchester-headquartered business and private client immigration firm Latitude Law almost two decades ago. He shares a day in his working life with the Brief.
Ross Anderson specialises in later life planning, helping clients navigate wills, powers of attorney, trusts, inheritance tax planning, and asset protection. He explains what a typical day looks like for him.
20 questions gets under the skin of the UK’s leading lawyers
Highly ranked silk, Charlie Sherrard, a specialist in serious crime, shares his passions and interests with The Brief.
The managing partner of the Leeds-headquartered firm Blacks Solicitors shares his passions and interests with The Brief.
Mary Nowell, Managing Director, reflects on the national private practice market in 2025 and considers the prospects for 2026.
Juliet Lawson, Senior Associate, reflects on the Yorkshire legal market in 2025 and shares her predictions for the year ahead.
Angharad Warren, Director, reviews the West Midlands legal market in 2025 and shares her predictions for 2026.
Iain Garfield, Director, highlights the key trends in the US legal market in 2025 and identifies the key themes for 2026.