Building your own technology platform

Some businesses grow exponentially without needing to take on any more staff. They may experience many challenges on their journey to success, but internal communications and knowledge sharing are unlikely to be two of them. On the other hand, the number of personnel in a law firm tends to grow pretty much in line with the firm’s turnover, so sooner or later an ambitious firm with a growing turnover will face real challenges functioning in an efficient and cohesive manner.

read more

In Business | Law Gazette



Solicitors Sevenoaks

New technology can help firms compete in a rapidly changing market

Given the current state of the legal services market, it is no surprise that the world of legal IT is focusing on business efficiency. I spoke to two IT directors who are also lawyers to get their perspective on the role of technology in driving the business of law and enabling firms to take advantage of new opportunities.

read more

In Business | Law Gazette



Sevenoaks Divorce Lawyers

Pillsbury lawyer takes in-house role at China Security & Surveillance Technology

A lawyer in Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman’s Washington DC office has taken up the general counsel role at firm client China Security & Surveillance Technology (CSST).
The Lawyer – Latest News



Sevenoaks Solicitors

LCJ warns of technology threat to justice system

The lord chief justice has today warned of the need to preserve the integrity of the trial and jury system in the face of risks posed by modern technology.

In his foreword to the Court of Appeal Criminal Division’s annual review of the Legal Year, Lord Judge stressed: ‘Modern technology does not come without risks.’

He said: ‘I remain concerned at the ease with which a member of the jury can, by disobeying the judge’s instructions, discover material which purports to contain accurate information relevant to an individual case or an individual defendant.

read more

News | Law Gazette



Divorce Solicitors in Sevenoaks

US technology companies fuel tribunal claims

US computer technology companies are fuelling a rise in cases heard by the Company Names Tribunal, research has suggested.

Since its formation in October 2008, 24% of claims in the tribunal have been filed by American IT conglomerates, according to research by legal publisher Sweet & Maxwell.

Intel Corporation has brought 15 claims against companies for using the word ‘Intel’ in their name, while Sun Microsystems has filed six actions for unlicensed use of its Java name, the research found.

read more

News | Law Gazette



Family Law solicitors in Sevenoaks

Switch to our mobile site