Clio Launches Brand-New Hub for Law Firms
Running a law firm can be one of the most rewarding undertakings a legal professional will undertake, and the right support and resources can make that experience all the more rewarding. That is why legal practice management software provider Clio has just launched a brand-new learning hub, called The Making of a Law Firm Hub. […]
Digital support rollout for HMCTS users
The digitisation of HMCTS, a £1bn programme of reform, is being supported by a new national service following an extensive pilot and tender process. Beginning in October, a £10m investment will see We are Digital manage a new national service, delivering support across England, Wales (including support in Welsh) and Scotland (for tribunals only). During the […]
Product In Focus – Anti-Money Laundering due diligence
In the first of Estatesearch’s new Product In Focus series, we look at Anti-Money Laundering due diligence and why you need to conduct an AML Search when administering a Deceased’s estate. 70% of firms are at risk by not conducting an Anti-Money Laundering Search on the Deceased when administering an estate An online poll revealed […]
Former Scottish Financial Enterprise CEO joins Exizent
Exizent, the Glasgow-based law-tech whose innovative platform is transforming bereavement by connecting legal services firms with banks and the wider financial services community, has announced the exciting appointment of Graeme Jones as a Senior Adviser to the Board. Jones brings invaluable insight as a champion of the Scottish financial services industry, with decades of senior […]
CILEx Regulation grants first ABS licence
CILEx Regulation has announced that it has licensed its first Alternative Business Structure (ABS) in a move that is likely to increase further competition in the legal services industry and offer greater choice to consumers. TI Law Ltd was licensed by CILEx Regulation in September 2021. The firm will now be able to offer a […]
Ochresoft’s carbon offsetting target beaten three times over
When Ochresoft launched its carbon offsetting challenge at the start of the year, the aim was to offset 68.4 tonnes of CO2, which equates to the planting around 60 trees per month, depending upon the species chosen. Since early October, the team has however in fact planted 1,100 trees, equating to more then 225 tonnes […]
2 weeks to go…
The British Wills and Probate Awards sponsored by Executor Solutions returns with a bang this year as the hybrid event comes to Birmingham’s newly refurbished Grand Hotel on 21st October. Hosted by ex-Royal Correspondent Jennie Bond, the ceremony recognises the very best the Wills and Probate world has to offer with a range of categories […]
“Digital Assets: A call to action” legacy report released
STEP and the Microsoft-funded Cloud Legal Project at Queen Mary University of London have collaborated on a joint research project into estate practitioner views on, and experiences with, digital assets. The aim is to understand the: Extent to which practitioners deal with digital assets, Risks and challenges posed by digital assets to estate planning and […]
Talbots Law appoints new CEO to develop 5-year expansion plan
One of the Midlands leading independent law firms has appointed a new CEO to help it capitalise on a record year of performance. Talbots Law, which employs more than 280 people across its six offices in the Black Country and Worcestershire, has named Dave Hodgetts as its new Chief Executive Officer. The experienced Commercial Director […]
In a world of diminishing inheritances, quick probate property sales are vital: a Proffered case study
A recent survey shows that 18% of adults aren’t planning to leave an inheritance to their children, and reveals that further declines are to be expected. The survey, conducted by Opinum shows that 7% will instead leave their estates to grandchildren, or other family members, to avoid monies being subject to inheritance tax twice. But further studies have also revealed […]
Positive response ahead of new solicitor exam’s first sitting
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) today announced that more than a thousand people have signed up to take the first ever Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) assessment in November. The new single rigorous examination means that all aspiring solicitors will have to meet consistent, high standards at point of entry into the profession. Bookings for the […]
Online Will writing service now offers solicitor checks
An online Willwriting service has moved to strengthen its service offering by introducing an additional layer of protection for its clients by ensuring all of its Wills are checked by a solicitor. FreeWills.co.uk was launched in 2018 by Carl Christensen and is one of a new breed of online will writing businesses offering low and […]
CTT Superhero webinar – 82, Estate Planning for clients with Buy to Let Properties!
CTT Superhero webinar – 82, Estate Planning for clients with Buy to Let Properties! Friday 8th October at 10:00am – 11:00am Monday 11th October at 10:00am – 11:00am Click the buttons at the end of the email to register! The latest in our Superhero Webinar series will give you a brief overview of: What is […]
Free webinar: ‘Managing assets in estate administration’
Title Research’s Head of Business, Anthony Allsopp, is back by popular demand to host their upcoming webinar on Wednesday 13th October at 12pm. In just under 45 minutes, Anthony will discuss how to effectively manage assets in estate administration. In addition to case studies to put everything into perspective, the session will cover: What can […]
Free webinar: ‘Challenges of the personal application approach to estate administration’
When Executors or Administrators choose to handle the estate administration process themselves, this is often referred to as the personal application or do-it-yourself approach. That’s why Kings Court Trust’s next webinar on Wednesday 13th October at 1pm, hosted by their experienced Technical Manager, Nigel Merchant, highlights the challenges of this approach that may be faced […]
Don’t miss out… The British Wills and Probate Awards 2021
Tickets for 2021 British Wills and Probate Awards sponsored by Executor Solutions are selling out quick. This year’s event will be hosted as a hybrid ceremony; with an in-person awards ceremony which will also be live streamed, followed by the Champagne Reception, sponsored by Exizent, and a glitzy 3 course evening dinner. The fabulous Jennie Bond […]
Society of Willwriters Conference 2021
The 2021 SWW Conference is right around the corner and spaces continue to fill up fast, but don’t worry, it’s not too late to book! After the great success of the 2019 Conference, the SWW invite you to attend this year’s event which will be held on the 11th and 12th of October 2021 at […]
Mental health – something’s got to give…
Legal mental health charity LawCare has today released the findings of its research study Life in the Law. The research into wellbeing in the profession captured data between October 2020 and January 2021 from over 1,700 legal professionals in the UK, Republic of Ireland, Jersey, Guernsey, and Isle of Man. The aim of the research […]
Law Society chief executive to take up new role with Abbeyfield
Chief executive of the Law Society of England and Wales Paul Tennant will be leaving the organisation at the end of the year. He will join the Abbeyfield Family and take up a new role as chief executive of the Abbeyfield Society. The Abbeyfield Society is an active advocate for the elderly and is a […]
Arken.legal appoints three new hires following switch to four-day working week
Arken.legal, experts in digital estate planning solutions, has made three new hires, just two months after the successful introduction of a four-day working week. Beth Crease has been appointed as Senior Marketing Manager, Tiffany Pocock comes on board as Marketing Manager and Raj Patel joins as Technical Project Manager. As Senior Marketing Manager Beth, who […]
