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15 Apr 2014

Too good to be true

W';re never going to be able to protect everyone from determined scammers, so helping clients look out for themselves is the best we can do, says Sofia Tayton

9 Apr 2014

Seeking approval

Professional trustees must get prior agreement of their charges and allocate work appropriate to the level of skill and expertise required, says Lloyd Junor

2 Apr 2014

Two out of three ain't bad

When you next open a new file, take the time to explain the rule of '2 from 3', deliver it and see the benefits of successfully managing your client's expectations, says Douglas McPherson

1 Apr 2014

All aboard

Business development is critically important, so how are you going to create a positive culture and get everyone involved, asks Geraint Jones

25 Mar 2014

What does your client need and perceive as good value?

Pricing in the legal profession is undergoing a revolution and has a big impact on profitability, says Kim Tasso

11 Mar 2014

Send a clear message

Internal communication is only successful if it is a two-way process that garners attention, respect and belief, says Geraint Jones

4 Mar 2014

Reality bites

Costs budgeting is now the norm in most types of litigation, not least in proceedings concerning trusts and estates, where the costs can be very high, says Lloyd Junor

3 Mar 2014

Everyone needs solicitors, whether they like us or not

Prevalent, and often insulting, misconceptions about lawyers is something else trainees have to get used to, says Pippa Allsop