The Game-Changer: How Legal Technology is Transforming the Legal Sector

The legal sector is no exception to the transformative power of technology. Gone are the days of painstakingly sifting through mountains of paperwork and manually managing client interactions. Today, law firms are starting to embrace legal technology to streamline their operations, enhance client relationships, and ultimately, stay competitive in a rapidly evolving industry. Perfect Portal […]

Unlock the Future of Legal Compliance at ‘AML in Focus – Autumn 2023’

Legal Eye, industry leader in legal risk and compliance solutions, is excited to extend a warm invitation to all compliance professionals for their Autumn 2023 event: AML in Focus. In a rapidly evolving legal landscape, staying ahead of the curve is imperative. Legal Eye recognises this and is proud to present an unmissable opportunity for […]

Burn Out and Wellbeing in Conveyancing

Conveyancing is a profession that requires a meticulous attention to detail, the ability to deal with complex matters, constant client contact, as well as managing many parties involved in a transaction. The profession no longer requires only the experience and expertise of a conveyancer but now the ability to manage people is essential and is […]

HMRC take dim view of LLP tax scheme for landlords

HMRC has warned landlords and property investors of a marketing scheme that claims to offer tax efficiencies by transferring properties to a limited liability partnership (LLP) with a corporate member.  In guidance published last week HMRC have warned that such scheme do not work, warning “people who use these arrangements may have to pay more […]

Mental health legislation needs urgent reforms, says The Law Society

On World Mental Health Day, the Law Society of England and Wales is calling for urgent reforms to the Mental Health Act. Law Society President Lubna Shuja said: “As we celebrate World Mental Health Day, we must recognise the urgent need to reform the Mental Health Act. The current legislation is outdated. It does not […]