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
David Green of the University of Law discusses criminal court backlogs
Carla Hoppe on firms' duty of care to young high earners
Mike Ward, executive chairman of financial information provider Armalytix, explains how the legal sector has recently taken major strides in combatting financial crime in the property industry, and discusses how the lessons learned can be applied in other areas
South East firm Parfitt Cresswell’s group director, Nigel Harper, reflects on six months of employee ownership and shares his tips for other firms considering making the move
Sian Darlington, business crime and investigations partner at gunnercooke, explores the lessons about professional conduct that lawyers can draw from the recent Inquiry into the Post Office scandal.
Jim Moser, director of professional development at The University of Law, explains how firms can address the skills issues inherent in the modern legal workplace.
The anti-money laundering and know your customer compliance burden has increased significantly in recent years. Manuel Sanchez, information security and compliance specialist at legal technology provider iManage has a range of tips to help firms and individual lawyers manage their obligations.
The London firm Lawrence Stephens has established an initiative to encourage stronger female representation in the field of real estate finance. Senior associate Rachel Coulthard explains its scope and ambitions.
