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Making the best of it

Is there a right answer about a client's interests? Solicitors may reach different conclusions, but there should be a shared thought process, says Sofia Tayton

Think laterally, cross-sell and move closer

Douglas McPherson offers three simple marketing resolutions for 2014

Spotlight | Eliot Kaye

Brave new world: Lawyer Eliot Kaye wanted to get ahead, so he made a sideways move into investment and accelerated his career. He talks to Jennifer Palmer-Violet

Cell mate: does familiarity breed contempt?

Spreadsheets are used for probate, client databases, schedules and all sorts. They are prevalent and mostly understood but there are pitfalls to consider, says Mick Jones

Full-time grown-up

Studying law for four years can only take you so far and nothing prepares you for your training contract, especially if it's also your first office job, says Pippa Allsop

Chain reaction

Everyone networks to thrive professionally but are people making the most of their online profile and connections, asks Geraint Jones

Win, lose or draw

Bypassing litigation through mediation can save taxes, costs and emotional damage, as well as avoiding an 'all or nothing' outcome, says Lloyd Junor

Are you being served?

Picture your next client, find them then start a conversation about what you do, but don't forget about your existing contacts, says Douglas McPherson