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Why client favourability matters
Leor Franks
6 December 2022
One for all: SRA regulation for staff
All those who work in law firms, not just the lawyers, are liable to sanction by both their employer and the SRA for acts of misconduct.
9 November 2022
LLP partner exits: what you need to know
Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) partner exits should always be handled with care: not only to minimise the risk of legal disputes and liability, but also to avoid damaging relationships with clients and the remaining partners and employees of the firm. Professional and financial services firms should endeavour to convey a unified front, particularly now that positive culture, reputation and morale are more valuable than ever. Whilst partner departures may be sensitive and strained behind the scenes, avoiding a public dispute is usually a strategic priority.
18 October 2022
Supporting staff during the menopause
Moira Campbell and Özlem Mehmet outline what employers can do to help menopausal employees in the workplace.
4 October 2022
Dealing with workplace investigations and employee suspensions
In light of new guidance, employers must tread carefully when it comes to suspending workers.
30 September 2022
What does the Chancellor’s mini-budget mean for entrepreneurs?
On 23rd of September the new Chancellor of the Exchequer, Kwasi Kwarteng, unveiled his mini budget which is effectively the Government's new growth plan. As everyone now knows this signified the Government's intention to focus directly upon economic growth. To this end, the Chancellor set out dramatic tax cuts (not all of which were either expected or pre-announced) and reforms for individuals and businesses, the like of which we have not seen for a very long time. Unfortunately it does now seem clear that the City was unprepared for the extent of the reforms, and they have been received very badly by many.