Law Society release their end of year cybersecurity review
The Law Society has published an end of year review on cybersecurity, highlighting the key issues faced in 2017 as well as those to bear in mind for the year ahead.
Chief Executive and Chief Land Registrar Graham Farrant explains how HM Land Registry’s new Business Strategy sets its direction for the next five years
HM Land Registry was set up in 1862 to make conveyancing simpler, faster and cheaper, by moving from an unregistered system of ownership to full registration of land.
Launch of New conveyancing service developed for Metro Bank
A provider of an online B2B platform has announced the launch of a new conveyancing service designed specifically for Metro Bank.
Will Conveyancers accept bitcoins as payment?
Created in 2009, virtual currency Bitcoin has seen a surge over the past year – both in terms of recognition and market value.
Assistance required for mortgage advisers keen to adopt digital customer journey
New research suggests that mortgage brokers need help when it comes to delivering a digital offering for their clients.
Is Offline Marketing still an option in a Digital World?
I had a meeting the other day with a potential client who were trying to get their head around the digital age of marketing and frankly they were feeling the pressure to become part of the social media revolution.
Technology firm recruits Conveyancing Sector Director
The legal application maker inCase has recruited a highly experienced Sales and Marketing Director, Rob Hosier. Rob has been in the Conveyancing sector for over 10 years. He was the Sales and Marketing Director at a leading volume Conveyancing provider and previous to that was a Conveyancing Lawyer himself. This appointment is part of a […]
Call for Evidence: Harnessing Digital Technology
The Government’s ‘Call for Evidence’ has unsurprisingly sparked a variety of opinions being voiced across the industry.
HMLR set out five-year Business Strategy
HM Land Registry have today (29/11/17) launched their new five-year Business Strategy.
Calls for ‘robo advice’ to be utilised by mortgage advisers
Mortgage advisers are being called to embrace ‘robo advice’ to help deter possible threats to business and improve client retention.
Industrial Strategy earmarks £170 million for construction sector transformation
The Business Secretary has today announced the plan for UK’s Industrial Strategy with a focus on harnessing technological opportunity.
The true cost of marketing your firm
It’s no secret that marketing is the best way of getting your firm noticed.
Online quote tools quick to respond to SDLT change
Whilst numerous changes were widely expected in the run-up to the Autumn Budget, stamp duty (SDLT) seemed to be the topic generating the most interest.
Why relying on referrals could mean you’re missing an opportunity
Imagine if you could boost client enquiries without having to rely on referrals. Rather than depending on someone else putting a good word in, clients would just naturally choose the services you offer, without the input of a third party.
CLS expand to a new Kent base
CLS, leading provider of data and insurance to both the UK and European residential and commercial property markets has today announced the relocation of their existing Kent-based operations to new, larger premises capable of housing its data and technology teams alongside existing underwriting operations.
Where’s the best place to start a conveyancing practice?
Whilst choosing a location may be an important decision for all new businesses, it may be even more so for conveyancers.
Pali Proudly Supports Charles Thompson’s Mission Christmas Shoe Box Appeal
The definition of homelessness according to the law includes rough sleepers, single people in hostels and people in temporary accommodation. At least one in 206 people in England is classed as being homeless, according to this criteria. London has the highest proportion of homelessness in the country – with the borough of Newham recording one […]
PropTech companies spurred into action by ‘Call for Evidence’
PropTech companies have been spurred into action following the launch of the DCLG’s ‘Call for Evidence’.
GDPR – Changes to Data Protection Act
Is your firm preparing for the new GDPR regulations?
Is your business prepared for a cyber attack?
Cybercrime in the legal sector is not a secret.