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Oh dear, here we go again. Blurring lines and dominating change without any meaningful consultation. Another fracture - who will be completing the forms? Or 32 pages of ‘unknown rely on your own inspection’. Who will be advising no forms will be provided or only legal questions answered? Didn’t we learn anything from the BSA! #conveyancing #regulation #TA6 #consultation

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AFG are proud to be supporting @mentalhealth this #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek There are lots of things you can do to help with feelings of anxiety and we are sharing top tips with our people.. Check out @mentalhealth’s tips: https://lnkd.in/eDC7MeUV #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #ToHelpMyAnxiety

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Humbled and excited to have created our own Legal500 ranking for Legal Recruitment. I clearly have too much time on my hands, and whilst this is obviously fake, the testimonials, clients, work and people are real 👊 So if you fancy speaking with a 'top ranked' Legal(recruitment)500 team, then get in touch. #legal500 #humbled #CeaseAndDesist

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On Wednesday 5th June 2024, the Field Legal Team (Elspeth Vincent, Jonathan Culley, Lydia Scambler and myself) made its maiden visit to Crafty Fest. With quintessential festival vibes, a barbershop quartet, colourful umbrellas and beanbags, it was a great opportunity to attend some super insightful sessions and network with so many fellow in-house lawyers. The moment of the day belonged to Lee Castleton (a former sub-postmaster) whose inspiring, emotional, poignant and thought provoking interview was incredibly impactful and left a real mark on all of us. Key learnings from the sessions we attended: 1. Value of agility, versatility and resilience in a business' legal function and making value, pragmatic and ethical judgements. 2. Using a matrix to show in a simple 2x2 grid (value vs energy drain) where the work goes in your priority list - putting low value energy drainers into a "not to do" list vs putting "golden ticket" items in the "must do quickly list" and "eating your frog" (i.e. getting difficult tasks that improve life out of the way). 3. What a legal team's value looks like - being deal enablers (rather than deal prevention officers) and being a commercial partner. 4. Doing things ethically right 5. Finding joy in overcoming challenges and being enablers/conduits for growth 6. How do we wish our epitaph to read? Great catching up with Matthew Gingell and chatting about The Chancery Lane Project, #renewables, #energystorage and #sustainability in general. Onto Crafty Fest 2025!

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In the final instalment of our weekly Q&A series with LexisNexis UK exploring the top 10 questions asked by lawyers looking to move in-house from Private Practice; Karolina Mikulicz-Church and I are considering: 💥 Can you return to private practice after moving in-house? 💥 ❇ Having made the move in-house does not preclude you from returning to private practice although it is not a frequently trodden path.   ❇ Many lawyers we work with have successfully made this move, and the experience gained whilst in-house can be invaluable when returning to private practice. ❇ It is important to recognise that transitioning from in-house to private practice may involve a different set of challenges compared to your initial move. Be ready and prepared to effectively articulate the rationale for your move and how your in-house experience adds value to private practice clients. ❇ Some lawyers find that their in-house experience enhances their marketability, while others may need to strategically position their skills and experiences to align with the expectations of law firms.   ❇ Emphasise any commercial knowledge and practical experience gained during your time in-house. Clients often value lawyers who not only understand the law but can also provide strategic advice aligned with business objectives. ❇ Be proactive, maintain a strong professional network with solid relationships, and highlight the value you bring because of your in-house experience. ❇ Recognise that every career path is unique, and the process of returning to private practice may take time.   If you’re thinking about making the move and would like a confidential discussion, we'd love to hear from you. Drop us a line: 📧 [email protected] 📧 [email protected]

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