Hackers have law firms firmly in their crosshairs. According to figures from the National Cyber Security Centre, last year saw a 20% rise in cyber-attacks on law firms. Once a ‘nice to have’, law firms can no longer ignore advanced cyber security. The risk, both to a firm’s finances and reputation, is too great. Randhir […]
With Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the rise within the legal sector, could the merging of different sectors through algorithms, such as law implementation and musical composition, increase the application of justice worldwide? Portia Vincent-Kirby, at Hudson McKenzie, explains. Arguably, the future of the legal sector rests in the developing understanding of algorithms. As several sectors, […]
A recent survey by MHA, the national association of independent accountancy firms we are a member of, revealed that total external funding per equity partner in small and mid-sized practices decreased significantly in 2017, ranging from £42,000 in the smallest firms to £228,000 in the largest, compared with £156,000 to £506,000 last year. While reducing […]
Net neutrality is the principle that Internet Service Providers (ISPs) treat all internet data equally and do not discriminate or charge differently depending on the user, content, website, platform, application or method of communication. Below Andrew Jerrard, Solicitor in Commercial Services at Coffin Mew, explains for Lawyer Monthly. The principle is intended to stop […]
When asked about additional regulation for Google on Aug. 29, President Trump said “we’re just going to see” before adding he wanted to see “fairness” on the platform.
With China progressing in every corner, the country has long been the place to keep an eye on, in terms of business and investment. Lisa Li, from Taylor Wessing, speaks on changes in her jurisdiction, what makes a 5star Lawyer and which industry often causes the most challenges in her line of work. You advise […]
Reggie Davis is a very busy person. From advocating LGBT rights to keeping on top of all the latest technological advancements, Lawyer Monthly cannot help but wonder how DocuSign’s General Counsel (GC) does it. “I have a lot of smart people working for me, that really help me look good”, laughs Reggie. “They keep me […]
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