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There鈥檚 more to running a law firm than being good at law. If you want to succeed in today鈥檚 tough legal landscape you have to manage your business effectively. That means strategic planning, business planning, financial management, risk management, talent management, operational management, knowledge management, HR, IT, tax, pensions, business development, health & safety, learning & development and facilities.
Human resources (HR)
If you have a HR department or not, this topic can be a reference tool or way to understand why HR is important, what a firm needs to do, and how. We combine relevant employment law with practical HR guidance.
Health & safety (H&S)
Every business needs to be compliant with H&S legislation. Law firms often outsource this area due to a lack of knowledge. We can demystify these requirements and help firms do what they need to do themselves.
Lexcel Practice Management Standard
Any law firm that has or wants to get Lexcel accreditation (the Law Society鈥檚 practice management standard) will find this subtopic invaluable. Get practical pre-assessment, assessment day, and post-assessment guidance.
Running a firm
There's more to running a firm than being a good lawyer. If you want to succeed in today's tough legal landscape you have to manage your business effectively. Strategic planning, finances, business development and more.
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Latest Practice Management News
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The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has published an updated technical guidance for employers on the steps they can take to prevent sexual...
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Law360: A bill that is expected to usher in new rights for workers and unions is the main event in UK employment law in what remains of 2024鈥攂ut an...
The charity Carers UK has recommended that during the current Parliament the government should introduce a statutory right to five days of paid...
Latest Practice Management Practice Notes
Sexual harassment and the duty to prevent itThis Practice Note considers:鈥exual harassment under section 26(2) of the Equality Act 2010 (EqA 2010)...
Policy documents in employmentThis Practice Note examines the nature of employment policies and policy documents in the context of employment.Policies...
HarassmentThis Practice Note considers harassment under the Equality Act 2010 (EqA 2010), namely subjecting someone to unwanted conduct which is...
Doing business in: LuxembourgUpdated in April 2023IntroductionThough one of the smallest countries in Europe, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg...
Doing business in: ChinaUpdated in June 2024IntroductionChina, officially known as the People鈥檚 Republic of China (PRC), is a sovereign state...
Latest Practice Management Precedents
Policy鈥攕ocial media (short form)STOP PRESS: The Information Commissioner鈥檚 Office (ICO) has published draft guidance on keeping employment records and...
Quarterly client satisfaction survey results monitoring form 1General informationRequired detailResponseDate of review[Insert date]Person(s)...
Client satisfaction survey鈥攁nnual review1General informationDate of review[Insert date]Person(s) conducting review[Insert name(s)]Scope of review鈽...
Client satisfaction surveyYour opinions are very important to us. They help us continually improve the service we provide and recognise when our...
Letter鈥攄isciplinary procedure (2): to employee requesting attendance at hearing[To be typed on headed notepaper of employer][Insert date]Dear [insert...
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How to prepare and deliver a training course or presentation
How to prepare and deliver a training course or presentationThis Practice Note covers how to prepare and deliver a training course or presentation. It...
What is pro bono?
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....
Fee sharing agreement鈥攍aw firms
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The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE)
The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE)Until 31 August 2021, the main route to solicitor qualification (training contract route) required...
Benchmarking鈥攚hat are normal measures of financial performance in a law firm?
Benchmarking鈥攚hat are normal measures of financial performance in a law firm?This Practice Note provides information about different ways of measuring...
The structure of a negotiation
The structure of a negotiationWhen entering into any negotiation, be it a multimillion pound business deal or an agreeing the office coffee rota,...
Completion of training contract
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Preparing an effective tender presentation
Preparing an effective tender presentationThe interview stage is your opportunity to present your proposal to the prospective client. Lack of...
Diversity and inclusion (D&I) statement鈥攍aw firms
Diversity and inclusion (D&I) statement鈥攍aw firmsOur diversity and inclusion (D&I) statement articulates our commitment to a diverse workforce and...
The importance of good time recording
The importance of good time recordingThis Practice Note is intended for law firms. It explains why time recording is so important. It also explores...
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尝别虫肠别濒鈥攁蝉蝉别蝉蝉尘别苍迟Lexcel is the Law Society's practice management standard. It is not compulsory although Lexcel accreditation can be helpful for firms...
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