Operational management is the backbone of any successful legal practice, ensuring efficiency and productivity in daily operations. This topic offers insights into streamlining processes, optimising resources, and implementing effective systems to enhance your firm's performance.
Law360: On 27 October 2026, the Equality and Human Rights Commission called for a ban on asking job applicants about their salary expectations and...
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has updated its technical guidance on sexual harassment and harassment at work for England, Scotland...
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has updated its eight-step guide for employers on preventing sexual harassment at work to reflect...
The Law Society of England and Wales has joined LawCare, the Solicitors' Charity and the Mindful Business Charter to launch the Solicitor Wellbeing...
What is pro bono?Many lawyers recognise it is a privilege to be able to provide legal advice and representation and be a part of the legal system....
Corporate social responsibility—CSR—regulatory requirementsThis Practice Note considers regulatory requirements relating to corporate social...
The importance of good time recordingThis Practice Note is intended for law firms. It explains why time recording is so important. It also explores...
How to read and understand the financial accounts of a law firmThis Practice Note provides information about how to read and understand the financial...
Corporate social responsibility—CSR—regulatory requirementsThis Practice Note considers regulatory requirements relating to corporate social responsibility (CSR).For information about CSR strategies and formulating a CSR policy, see Practice Note: How to formulate your organisation's approach to
What is the difference between an appeal and a review?What is an appeal?An appeal in insolvency proceedings is no different to an appeal in normal litigation. An appeal will be allowed only if the appeal court is satisfied that the decision of the lower court was 'wrong' or 'unjust because of a
Late payment penalties—inheritance taxWhile interest often accrues on overdue tax, the late payment of certain taxes may also attract a penalty. For information on the interest accruing on overdue tax, see Practice Notes: IHT—payment deadlines on death—Interest on IHT and Interest on late paid
If a beneficiary signs a deed of disclaimer of their share of an estate and the estate pays their legal fees, will that count as a PET against their estate?A disclaimer is the refusal of a gift prior to acceptance. The refusal of the gift must take place before the beneficiary accepts any benefit
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