Acquisitions for law firms backed by hedge fund and private equity
Feb 2, 2024 · One law firm backed by a hedge fund and another by private equity have each completed significant acquisitions. Solaris Law is now one of the largest consumer and commercial collections and legal debt recovery businesses in the UK after acquiring the legal services division of Equivo and national law firm Shoosmiths’ business-to …
Questions about Metamorph intensify after Beaumont Legal sale
Nov 7, 2022 · Questions over what is happening at law firm consolidator Metamorph Group have intensified after its executive chairman ceased to be a director but remains one at the law firm that has taken over Beaumont Legal.
The essential guide to case management systems in legal practices
Feb 22, 2024 · By Legal Futures Associate Lawtech. In the complex field of legal practice, organisation is key to being efficient. That’s where the case management systems (CMS) can make a significant impact.
What is the procedure for proving a missing or lost Will?
Jan 13, 2021 · When an individual dies it is necessary to search their paperwork to establish whether they made a Will and gather information regarding their estate. This is important because the personal representatives of the estate have a legal duty to distribute the estate correctly and could be held financially responsible for any mistakes made through any breach of duty.
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Nov 26, 2024 · The government today announced plans for an extra £20m for civil legal aid – specifically housing and immigration work – the first increase in funding since 1996.
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Conveyancers fined £33,000 for complaints and accounts breaches
Mar 21, 2023 · A large firm of licensed conveyancers and its senior partners have been reprimanded and fined £33,000 after a Covid-related work surge overwhelmed its ability to handle complaints.
Ince Group sold out of administration back into private hands
Apr 28, 2023 · Listed law firm the Ince Group has been sold out of administration to Axiom DWFM, a fast-growing national firm, in what is described as a “partner-driven transaction”.
Handy new checklist for lease extensions (surrender and regrants)
Jul 28, 2022 · By Richard Connolly, Process Lead at HM Land Registry Registration Services. At-a-glance guide for conveyancers to help with lease extension applications where the existing lease is being surrendered and a new lease granted