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Resolution Together (RT), also known as ‘one couple, one lawyer’, came to fruition in 2022 — allowing a single lawyer to advise both parties in a divorce or separation. A new model of working at the time, RT promotes fairness and transparency, avoids court proceedings, and gives greater confidentiality to those involved. But dual representation […]

Perception matters in the legal profession. Judges, opposing counsel and clients form opinions not just on what you argue, but on how you present. For law professionals, reputation rests on trust, precision and professionalism — and the way you handle sensitive information plays a significant role in how your firm is perceived. A carefully prepared, […]

When I sat down with Francis Anderson, CEO at Net Law Media, for our recent webinar, I knew we were stepping into one of the most important conversations in the legal sector today: the role of AI. With 96% of UK law firms already using AI in some capacity, the question isn’t whether AI is […]

From developing strong leadership and vision, to embedding robust compliance frameworks and leveraging technology, Burt outlines the strategies firms need to navigate today’s fast-changing legal landscape. Three fundamentals of resilience for SME law firms Resilience is not just about surviving disruption, but thriving in it. Burt highlights three core pillars that underpin a resilient law […]

The stakes are high in any litigation , whether a corporation is engaged in a bet-the-company matter or an individual seeking compensation for a life-changing injury. Litigators devote countless hours to getting the facts straight so that they build their strategy on a solid foundation. Many are turning to tools powered by generative artificial intelligence […]

In recent years, AI has quickly moved from being a futuristic concept to becoming a practical, everyday tool that’s reshaping the way law firms and other businesses operate. Across the world, and here in the UK, law firms are beginning to recognise that AI isn’t about replacing lawyers or the practices they offer, but about […]

The legal profession is at an inflection point, driven by rapid advancements in AI. While these tools offer powerful new efficiencies, they’re also forcing a reevaluation of legal ethics and firm profitability, creating a gap between firms that choose to adapt and those that risk being left behind. The Legal Trends Report cuts through the noise, replacing […]

In a climate where costs continue to rise and competition remains fierce, strong financial management has become a cornerstone of long-term success for modern law firms. Yet many still struggle to translate financial data into meaningful strategy. To help firms prepare for the year ahead, Osprey Approach has drawn on insights from episode 21 of its Empowering Law […]

When Broadcom announced changes to VMware’s licensing and partner structure, it sent ripples across the technology landscape. For many managed service providers, it represents one of the most significant shifts in infrastructure delivery for over a decade. For law firms, however, the finer points of partner tiers and licensing models may feel distant, yet the […]

AI within the legal industry is the next big thing, and this change is here upon us right now. Nowadays, you can’t open a copy of any law newsletter without seeing an article on AI — whether that’s a horror story of AI hallucinations, the latest law firm investing in tech and AI, or new […]

As a trusted broker specialising in risk and insurance solutions for the legal sector, Miller is committed to equipping law firms with actionable insights to drive smarter decisions. Our 2025 Risk & Insurance Benchmarking Review is a must-read resource for firms of all sizes and practice areas. Backed by data from our survey, the report […]

Drawing on research with nearly 3,000 partner-level professionals across various firms, including law firms, Dixon explains what sets the most successful rainmakers — the “activators” — apart from their peers, and how firms can foster this mindset across their teams. Five profiles of business developers Dixon’s research has identified five business development profiles: experts, confidants, […]

In the legal sector, it’s easy for office printers to be overlooked. Devices are often added as firms grow, or inherited through mergers. Before long, you’re left with a mixed bag of different makes, models and ages — this is known as a multi-vendor print fleet. Quocirca’s Print Security Landscape 2025 study highlights a significant […]

A recent High Court ruling has sent ripples through the legal community, fundamentally questioning the long-standing practice of how law firms manage and staff litigation caseloads. It has always been clear that litigation is a reserved legal activity for which you need authorisation to conduct it. The grey area was whether supervision of unauthorised legal […]

Law firms are increasingly using generative AI (genAI) for tasks like drafting contracts and client communications. Tools like ChatGPT offer speed and efficiency, but when used without approval, they can expose sensitive data to third-party platforms. This is the risk of shadow AI, where unapproved AI use threatens confidentiality and compliance. If your firm hasn’t […]

Everyone’s talking about AI in law, but what does it actually mean for your day-to-day practice? Will it make your job easier or render some roles obsolete? To cut through the noise, we turned to someone who knows the reality behind the buzz: Uwais Iqbal, founder of AI consultancy simplexico. In a live Q&A, he […]