British Wills and Probate Awards: Judge David Baskerville challenges the perceptions of tech in today’s law firms
As Network Sponsors and Sponsors of the Customer Service Champions at this year’s British Wills and Probate Awards 2022, Exizent wanted to kickstart the celebrations by bringing back their Judges’ insights series — weekly interviews with the judges themselves to get their views on the future of the industry and what firms need to do […]
The kids are alright – the move towards “living legacies” revealed by Aviva research
New research from Aviva shows that more than half of over 55s want to see the benefit of giving significant financial help to their family while they are still alive, rather than leave an inheritance in a will. The findings come as other trends suggest a move away from leaving money to family only after […]
“Let’s talk about the end” Lime Solicitors and Anne Robson Trust launch new campaign
Lime Solicitors and its charity partner, the Anne Robson Trust, have launched a new campaign encouraging the public to speak with their loved ones about their wishes after they die. Despite inheritance disputes being on the rise, death and end of life wishes remain a taboo subject, with just one third of people in new polling by […]
Title Research’s blog discusses outsourcing in estate administration
As a result of the various complications that can arise during estate administration, legal professionals often outsource specialist assistance to resolve complex tasks during the process. Not only does this free up valuable time, but it can also help speed up the estate administration timeline and mitigate the risk of future disputes. Title Research’s latest […]
How to go paperless in your law firm
Seeking to go paperless in your office? These three steps can get you started today. Onboard clients digitally The simplest way to reduce your paper use is to stop creating new paper files and documentation. One way to achieve that is to move from a paper-based client system to a digital one. With technology, you […]
Foreign lawyers invited to join Ukrainian Bar Association
In 2022, the Ukrainian Bar Association (UBA) turned 20 years old. In addition to 20 years of history, the UBA boasts 6500+ members, 27 Committees, 23 Regional Units, 550+ events per year, and dozens of legislative amendments and projects annually. Unfortunately, the UBA’s 20th anniversary came accompanied by challenges posed by the war. Membership fees, […]
New taskforce launched for pension scheme engagement with social ESG investing
A new Minister-led taskforce will help pension schemes address the risks and seize the opportunities of the “social” element in ESG investing. Social factors can include issues ranging from workforce conditions and supply chains to community engagement, consumer protection and modern slavery, among others. The taskforce – led by the Minister for Pensions – will […]
