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Star quality: keeping talented lawyers motivated — and contained

Love them or hate them, rainmakers are what makes most firms tick, but in addition to support, they need to be controlled, says Alicia Fortinberry

Counting the cash: Running a PI practice in treacherous times

In the liquidity-hungry personal injury business, having a sound approach to cashflow management is increasingly vital. Rachel Rothwell reviews how firms can fund their work and improve their position

In a spin

Anti-money laundering procedures are going under the microscope in 2019. Hannah Gannagé-Stewart looks at why no firm is exempt from needing top-notch AML compliance going forward

Death wish: the limits of professional behaviour

Fighting fire with fire can be a dangerous response for solicitors seeking to stand up to abuse on social media, warns Susanna Heley

Special measures: enabling vulnerable individuals to give the best evidence possible

Why can't witnesses and parties in personal injury cases be afforded the same support as those in criminal and family cases, asks Jonathan Wheeler

Counting the cash: Running a personal injury practice in treacherous times

In the liquidity-hungry personal injury business, having a sound approach to cashflow management is increasingly vital. Rachel Rothwell reviews how firms can fund their work and improve their position

Hole in the wall: Understanding what clients want and value

A clear grasp of client expectations is key to determining value and to pricing your services, while also helping package conversations about fees as positive messages, says Nigel Haddon

Breaking down the barriers

For most younger lawyers, it's difficult to think about the profession as other than LGBT friendly, but that shouldn't be taken for granted, says Pippa Allsop