Archive

25 Jul 2002

News in brief:

Manchester firm Rowlands and Kirk Jackson are in the final stages of merger talks to create a 26-partner practice under the name 'Rowlands incorporating Kirk Jackson Solicitors'. The firm will have six offices and 150 staff of whom 50 wil

23 May 2002

Kimbells converts to LLP status

In a move to enhance the delivery of its legal services, Milton Keynes based commercial law firm, Kimbells, has announced that as of 1 May 2002, it has converted to a limited liability partnership (LLP).

21 Mar 2002

Dealing with India? Swap remote control for total control

With a population of over one billion, 3.29 million square kilometres of landmass to cover, several climates, a multitude of languages and customs, the Indian market can be a daunting place for businessmen and foreign lawyers alike. Shailini Agarwal, a partner with ALMT Legal, explains how, with clear objectives and a steady nerve, doing business in India and getting the best out of local lawyers as instructing solicitors can be richly rewarding and an experience to remember

6 Feb 2002

Maximising the benefits - making law firm client relationship management work

Although few law firms deny that CRM is beneficial, creating an institutionalized firm-wide CRM culture is the real challenge facing today's lawyers. International law firm consultant, Byron Sabol reveals the key ingredients for a successful CRM strategy with a particular focus on client surveys and feedback.