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30 Jul 2014

Quality, not quantity

The number of training contracts available has risen, yet the calibre of candidates is unremarkable, says Paula McMullan

30 Jul 2014

Plugging the gaps of digital data security

Dr Thomas Brauner asks whether firms' lack of dictation encryption is compromising client confidentiality

30 Jul 2014

What lies beneath

Unconscious bias can influence recruitment processes to the detriment of both individuals and companies, argues Snéha Khilay

30 Jul 2014

Regulating is a losing game

Stuart Bushell discusses the latest SRA reforms on PII that have left stakeholders understandably divided

30 Jul 2014

Working together from the bottom up

Partners must lead by example to instil a winning mentality across all levels of their firm so everyone can reap the rewards, says Tony Brown

29 Jul 2014

VouchedFor hopes to replicate multi-million pound success in legal industry

Client review site claims it has 'huge benefits for small practices'

29 Jul 2014

Getting without-notice non-molestation applications back on track

Solicitors have forgotten what is required of them when it comes to ex parte applications, believes District Judge Nigel Law

29 Jul 2014

Take action on trusts before changes to IHT

Draft legislation is expected with a December Autumn Statement, so allow time for changes to be made and backdated, says John D Bunker