Understanding online reviews is crucial for legal services to remain competitive.Paul Verrico completes a fundraising challenge for cancer research.Switalskis enhances their commercial property team with two new solicitors.Truth Legal wins a whistleblowing case against DPD Group.ReviewSolicitors sponsors the Yorkshire Legal Awards, emphasising review importance.Understanding and utilizing online reviews have become essential for legal firms striving to stay competitive in the service industry. Michael Hanney, CEO of ReviewSolicitors, emphasises the importance of online feedback in shaping client decisions and improving service quality. The legal marketplace often lacks transparency, making informed choices challenging for potential clients. Firms need to adopt strategies that…
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Hugo Moore, an established private client solicitor, has joined Williamsons Solicitors to bolster their wills and probate services.Based in Hull and Bridlington, Moore will focus on estate administration, will drafting, and lasting powers of attorney.Moore also serves as under sheriff for the East Riding of Yorkshire, contributing his expertise to royal office formalities.Williamsons’ private client team, under Rebecca Bisby, aims to become the region’s leading service in this field.With Moore’s appointment, Williamsons continues its strategic growth in the private client sector.Hugo Moore has become a significant asset to Williamsons Solicitors, joining their team to enhance the firm’s services in wills…
Hall Brown Family Law has unveiled a nationwide mediation service, led by new partner Sarah Manning from its Leeds office.This service responds to rising demand for alternative dispute resolution methods due to court backlogs.Sarah Manning, a seasoned mediator with over a decade of experience, spearheads this initiative.The Leeds office, experiencing significant growth, will serve as the central hub for the mediation service.Future expansion plans include additional senior appointments and new offices, such as in Birmingham.Hall Brown Family Law has announced the launch of a comprehensive mediation service, moving to meet the growing need for alternative dispute resolution in the face…
Hägen Wolf, a Leeds-based property litigation firm, has expanded its team.Dominic Tetherington has joined as an associate solicitor.His extensive experience covers diverse property disputes.Managing partner praises Tetherington’s trial and mediation skills.Tetherington looks forward to his role in this dynamic team.Hägen Wolf, a boutique firm in Leeds specialising in property litigation, has recently grown its team with the appointment of Dominic Tetherington as an associate solicitor. This expansion brings the specialist lawyer count at the firm to ten.Tetherington joins Hägen Wolf from Lyons Davidson, where he completed his training. He brings with him extensive experience in dealing with a variety of…
Launching a business in 2024 need not be an expensive undertaking; with strategic planning and a frugal mindset, success is within reach.Developing a comprehensive business plan is paramount for identifying unique selling propositions and making informed financial decisions.Networking and bartering services can significantly reduce initial costs by leveraging personal and professional connections.Adopting a lean startup approach allows for testing concepts with minimal risk, focusing on essential expenditures.Utilising cost-effective marketing strategies and ongoing skill development is crucial for sustained business growth.With strategic planning and a frugal mindset, launching a business in 2024 can be achieved without substantial financial investment. Business expert…
A recent report revealed that a significant percentage of workers experience anxiety when attending daily work meetings.The report, titled ‘Zoomed In, Zoned Out’, highlights the attitudes of hybrid and remote workers towards business meetings.39% of respondents strongly agreed they felt anxious, while 42% somewhat agreed, indicating widespread concern.The lack of perceived value and inadequate preparation contribute to meeting-related anxiety.There’s a pressing need for better communication tools and strategies in the workplace.The recent ‘Zoomed In, Zoned Out’ report has illuminated a growing concern among hybrid and remote workers regarding the anxiety they feel towards daily work meetings. According to the findings,…
Fletchers Group renews its collaboration with the University of Liverpool to advance legal AI projects.The partnership focuses on enhancing SIDSS, a system saving significant staff hours.Two PhD students are sponsored by Fletchers to drive this research forward.Noah Milton is appointed as AI Project Director to spearhead development.The initiative represents Fletchers’ long-term commitment to AI in law.Fletchers Group has once again joined forces with the University of Liverpool to embark on a groundbreaking legal AI development project. This partnership aims to build on the success of their previous collaboration involving SIDSS (Structured Information Decision Support Systems), which has been instrumental in…
Bridge Law Solicitors has launched a new notarial service, enhancing its offerings.This service is operational at their Marple Bridge headquarters and Holmfirth office.Claire Steward, the founder, will lead this service after qualifying earlier this year.The role of a notary public is ancient, established under an Act from Henry VIII’s reign.The service addresses the growing need for document authentication in international processes.Bridge Law Solicitors has expanded its legal offerings by introducing a new notary public service. This development enhances the firm’s ability to meet client needs at its Marple Bridge headquarters and its Holmfirth office. Claire Steward, founder and director, is…
John Breeze has been heralded by The Legal 500 guide 2024 as a ‘Leading Individual.’Breeze leads the wills, trusts, and inheritance disputes team at Wake Smith Solicitors.His expertise covers complex inheritance act claims and will validity disputes.Wake Smith Solicitors also gained tier two recognition.The firm excels in contentious trusts and probate in the Yorkshire region.John Breeze, heading the wills, trusts, and inheritance disputes team at Wake Smith Solicitors, receives high praise from The Legal 500 guide 2024, being named a ‘Leading Individual’ in his field. This recognition marks his transition from a ‘rising star,’ a title he held for three…
Jones Myers has achieved another milestone in the Legal 500 guide for 2024, marking thirty consecutive years of recognition.The firm, established in 1992, is a pioneering family law practice in Yorkshire, holding a prominent position with offices in Leeds, Harrogate, and York.The Legal 500 guide commends Jones Myers for its professional yet empathetic approach, attributing client satisfaction as key to its longstanding success.Notably, the firm is the only top-tier family law practice with an office in York, underlining its leadership in the region.Recognition of individual lawyers within the firm further cements its reputation for excellence in family law.Jones Myers, a…