In these times where we are supposed to be working remotely – how to you get documents signed? If you are used to posting documents out for signature – should you be making your clients walk/drive out to the post box? Even without the coronavirus there was a strong argument for using digital signatures to […]
These are challenging times. As business leaders we have a duty to the safety of our families and the community - and also to maintain our business so there is work and income for them. Do not panic. We are all going through the change curve at the moment: If you want to survive and […]
It certainly will have an effect but what it will be no-one knows. Here are my thoughts for what they’re worth. I’d welcome other people’s opinions. This is obviously a fluid situation. By Practice Area Conveyancing – likely to take a hit – is moving house unnecessary travel? I wouldn’t be surprised if this will […]
Changing ways of working is always hard. Inertia is the strongest force in nature. ‘We’ve always done it this way’. People fear change and so put it off. I am naturally a shy person (my wife laughs at that comment, but it is true). However, I’ve learned in life to face my fears. They are […]
These rules came into effect as mandatory on 6th December 2018. They affect you if you are regulated by the SRA and carry out work in the following practice areas: Services for the public: Domestic Conveyancing Probate Motoring Offences Employment Tribunal Work Immigration Services for Business: Debt Recovery up to £100,000 Employment Tribunal Work Licensing […]
I was working with a law firm a little while ago, helping it through some changes in it’s practice. The managing partner said to me “You know, were really just a collection of sole practitioners”. That summed up beautifully one of the business models have I come across many times when working with firms. I […]
From 6th April 2020 capital gains tax on the disposal of residential land is payable within 30 days of completion. Here’s a link to HMRC advice: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/get-ready-for-changes-to-capital-gains-tax-payment-for-uk-property-sales
Delighted to share that we have been informed that HCL has been awarded: "Best Law Firm Business Consultancy – Midlands" in the SME News Legal Awards 2020.
Please note – we are not tax accountants – BUT this is something that businesses, including larger law firms, need to be aware of. Get appropriate tax advice. IR35 – a bear trap for companies hiring external help. Basically, the Inland Revenue wants to ensure that the state is not being done out of taxes […]
I expect most of you have experienced poor management in your career. It can leave you feeling bewildered, undervalued & demotivated. I have and I’ve seen others close to me undergoing it as well. I’ve had the privilege of coaching some people through it until they come out to the other side. So why does […]
