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SRA earmarks ‘level playing field’ between firms and ABSs (LSG)

The SRA has unveiled plans to tear up the separate business rule that prevents law firms having links with businesses offering non-reserved legal activities.

Rob Hailstone November 24, 2014

Is the conveyancing process about to get easier? (EAT)

“Veyo not only covers the entire chain comprehensively, securely and quickly, but most importantly it’s unique because it allows conveyancers on both sides of the transaction to communicate in real

Rob Hailstone November 24, 2014

Lawyers expect more MDPs and big brands to enter market (LF)

Lawyers expect the opening up of the legal market to lead to more multi-disciplinary professional services companies, offering consultancy, business and legal advice, research has shown

Rob Hailstone November 24, 2014

SRA: law firms should be allowed to provide accountancy services (LF)

Law firms should be able to provide accountancy and other services without setting up separate businesses to help them compete with alternative business structures, the SRA has proposed.

Rob Hailstone November 24, 2014

Local authorities forced to innovate by funding crisis (LSG)

The local government funding crisis will spur a new wave of transformation and innovation in legal departments.

Rob Hailstone November 24, 2014

SRA launches new Corporate Strategy, EDI Strategy and Business Plan

“We are committed to making us more transparent, open and accessible, ensuring genuine engagement and involvement. We will routinely publish details of our performance so everyone can see how we