It is an old joke; what’s the lawyer’s favourite drink? Answer – Legal aid. But now it’s disappearing fast, pressured by the Coalition’s desire to limit public spending and debt. Back in February Sally Davenport mentioned that it is wise to consider taking out legal expenses insurance when you are renewing your household insurance. One…
Mark Foley discusses networking: In my view, the most effective way to market professional services is to network. Network with other professionals, business people, influencers, your own existing clients, and their friends. Why is this? If you look in the Yellow Pages there are probably a dozen pages of solicitors. The same probably applies to…
Negotiation and mediation in disputes No one ever wants to become involved in disputes but there are times when it becomes unavoidable. The obvious course is to try to resolve the dispute at the earliest opportunity through negotiation or formal mediation. It is essential to negotiate from a position of strength, but that begs the…
