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Flawed finances: The problems with how law firms measure profitability

Jim Hassett outlines six ways that law firms typically measure profitability and the challenges associated with each approach

Communication is key to getting clients to pay their bills in full

By Simon Smith, LawNet member, Andrew & Co

App, words and pictures help give children a voice

Children will express their opinion to judges hearing them, reports Catherine Baksi

University of Law renews five-year partnership with Linklaters

University and global law firm design bespoke LPC that incorporates a master's in business

Cyber targets: Why law firms need to prioritise data security

Law firms that fail to take data security seriously are putting themselves at risk of cyber crimes, warns Richard Hodkinson

Brain damaged woman awarded £7m compensation

"The compensation has to last a lifetime and will be managed and invested on her behalf"

A fitting gesture

No two cases are ever the same, but the SRA's updated practice note on wills is a timely reminder of the perils of accepting gifts...

High Court dismisses legal aid judicial review

Lawyers vow to continue the fight against impending 'dark days' despite latest setback