The death of HIPs is just one of many changes that conveyancers should keep an eye on to ensure they remain competitive and keep up with client demand, says David Parton
As puzzled clients reach for the phone, partners have been scouring the budget small print in search of solutions. Solicitors Journal takes a look at some of the top concerns for the legal sector
An area that has always gained much attention from a KM perspective is knowledge retention. How do you know what knowledge your business has and how do you hold onto it? For succession planning, this issue has particular resonance. If an important lawyer leaves the firm, they may well take their vital knowledge with them. With baby boomers coming up to retirement, it's not just individuals who are likely to leave, but a whole swathe of partners who are currently the lifeblood of the business.
The turbulent world of after-the-event insurance could be facing big changes if Jackson LJ's recommendations are implemented, but how will these affect the market and what can practitioners do amid the uncertainty? Matthew Amey reports
In costs disputes, mediation is not only cheaper and quicker than court assessments, it also provides a less hostile environment in which parties can effectively settle their differences, says William Gibson
