Financial Sanctions & Russia – Update
We have recently had enquiries from a number of firms in respect of the Government’s sanctions on Russian nationals and organisations in light of the conflict in Ukraine. The SRA have recently provided some guidance. The situation is fast-moving and therefore the following links below provide the most recent guidance from the SRA.
https://www.sra.org.uk/sra/news/press/financial-sanctions-update-march-2022/
https://www.sra.org.uk/sra/news/press/financial-sanctions-russia/
https://www.sra.org.uk/sra/news/russian-conflict-and-sanctions/
If you have any further questions, please let us know and we will be happy to help.
The Trust Registration Deadline is Fast Approaching
The Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Regulations 2017 and the amendment in 2022 require certain Trusts (read our article) to be registered by 1.9.22 and newly created Trusts to be registered in accordance with the new rules.
It is worthy of note that the Trust Register has been in place since 2017 but it is now being updated. Read more here
In our Partners Newsletter this month, we highlight the range of services offered by our partners, who we have carefully chosen for their expertise in the legal sector.
Mitigo Cybersecurity
Targeted Cybersecurity
Worried about how to protect your firm from cybercrime, including ransomware attacks and email account takeover? The solution is Mitigo.
Every law firm, large or small, is now a target for cybercriminals. Automated attacks will find the vulnerabilities in your technology, poorly trained people and any inadequate policies or procedures, putting your business at risk. Which is why cyber protection is no longer the job of IT support: it requires specialist help. Without adequate protection in place, firms could face theft of information, data, financial and intellectual property, serious business disruption, as well as reputational damage, and even potential for regulatory action and fines.
The Mitigo Cybersecurity Solution
Mitigo’s support has been designed for law firms, to offer proportionate, affordable, ongoing security, to safeguard against cybercrime and includes a dedicated expert client helpdesk. After assessing your risks, they will take care of the three areas needed to keep your firm safe:
- technology – includes detailed technology assessments, penetration testing and vulnerability scanning
- people – includes eLearning, testing and simulated phishing
- governance – includes policies, personalised staff cyber security handbook and risk management framework.
Emergency Cyber Breach Response
If you’ve suffered – or even just suspect that you’ve suffered a cybersecurity incident, you need to act quickly. Mitigo provides a rapid response, containment and investigation service, and can assist you with reporting obligations to regulators and clients.
Find out more about Mitigo’s Cybersecurity Services or call 0208 191 1592 or email tsp@mitigogroup.com.
Millions of cyberattacks will take place across the UK in 2022 and many thousands of businesses will be seriously damaged. They will include law firms. The firms which avoid damage will be those that have taken proactive steps to protect themselves. To help you join this group of secure businesses this article outlines a plan with the aim of some guidance: Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities in 2022
DNS Document Network Services
Providing first class services that increase productivity and allow you to focus on the core areas of your business. Established in 1996, Document Network Services have over 25 years of experience supplying and supporting award winning hardware and industry leading software whilst delivering first class Managed Services and helpdesk support facilities – helping businesses to reduce costs, increase efficiency and innovate.
Centrally located within the Midlands, DNS work with local and national organisations of every size, from small businesses to global enterprises, providing responsive and approachable services alongside the products, resources and support of leading international solution partners. The DNS approach is to recognise what people’s frustrations are in regards to their print environment and document management and find a solution to overcome them. Their dedicated team of Admin, Finance, in-house Technical Support, Sales and Marketing work hand in hand to ensure that their customers are at the centre of what they do.
For more information about DNS Document Network Services and exclusive offers for TSP members, you can call us on 020 7842 1830 or email us at info@thestrategicpartner.co.uk.
EzeScan
Remote work and its lasting impact on informational records capture.
The impact of COVID has left many organisations working from home for the foreseeable future. Getting users to be records-compliant is difficult enough at the best of times, but working remotely adds even more challenges with maintaining daily records of transactions including new documents, file notes, records of phone conversations and phone meetings.
Many remote workers are being asked to use their own devices without access to the corporate networks, software or to their EDRMS. Transferring work files has become an issue, and many are returning to sharing files with colleagues through email, Dropbox and even physical USB drives.
Government agencies and businesses alike are grappling with the records management challenges of the remote work era and for them, capturing email records is critical. This can be a challenge when system integrations in the workplace are not always possible on home devices and there is no email capture client software available.
The record-keeping obligation isn’t going away. Now, while there may be a technology dream that records will be automatically captured without anybody having to do anything, this isn’t coming to fruition any time soon. The problem for many organisations is that record-keeping outside of the records area is not high on the priority list and people generally name their documents with ill-conceived names and file them where they can’t be found.
Whether you are scanning incoming correspondence, digitising complete case files or registering incoming emails, EzeScan can provide the solution that meets your needs. Make documents available to your legal teams faster by creating one central location to access all incoming correspondence whether it enters the business as hard copy, fax or email. Securely capture and access your case-related documents wherever and whenever you want.
Key Benefits
- Capture case documents on the fly
- Minimise document handling
- Accelerate document delivery
- Reduce or eliminate data entry
- Increase document security
- Digitisation, compliance and goverments standards
For more information about Ezescan, including exclusive offers for TSP members, you can call us on 020 7842 1830, or you can email us at info@thestrategicpartner.co.uk.
PracticeEvolve
Next Generation Legal Practice Management Software
PracticeEvolve understand the path to perfection is a constantly evolving journey. Mid-tier firms require technology that will remain relevant in a rapidly changing environment. It’s why PracticeEvolve, incorporating Linetime and SOS, is providing progressive, reliable Practice Management Software with a clear pathway to the Cloud. We take responsibility to innovate across products, services and support for you and your future because legal business management matters.
It’s not just about the software either. As the world around us continues to adapt, businesses are always looking for ways to reduce the costs of physical servers with Cloud solutions. Our technology roadmap provides firms with a clear Pathway to the Cloud strategy, enabling you to take advantage of Cloud hosting as the first step toward a native, browser-based cloud solution.
PracticeEvolve work for the future of our clients by committing to an ongoing level of service that includes dedicated resources and regular training. Everything we do is designed to ensure you are always maximising your return on investment.
Just some of the benefits enjoyed by firms globally.
- One-for-all system – removes the hassle of linking different databases together and eases the strain placed on your firm’s architecture.
- Comprehensive feature set – our feature-rich solution completely eliminates unforeseen add-on costs with all PracticeEvolve functionality included as part of your standard package.
- Deep customisation – whether it’s workflows, or precedents data, the system is easily customisable to suit the unique needs of your firm.
- Complete oversight – detailed reports, support and guidance empower you to control your business.
- Exceptional support – all clients have regular access to a customer success consultant to ensure a first class implementation and ongoing guidance focused on regular training and support.
For more information about PracticeEvolve and exclusive offers for TSP members, you can call us on 020 7842 1830 or email us atinfo@thestrategicpartner.co.uk
FireTap
Law Firm Marketing
Law firms are a specialist and unique type of business that requires specific expertise to help deliver effective and compliant marketing campaigns. The Strategic Partner and FireTap Ltd work in unison to deliver law firms with industry-leading expertise with an insight into law firm marketing that is unrivalled.
Fusing the legal knowledge of TSP with the world-class marketing expertise of FireTap provides a unique combination that firms benefit from and built successful and effective marketing and advertising campaigns. Not only will your firm benefit from full-service marketing agency support, but also a robust legal strategy that drives your business forward.
How does brand loyalty work?
Customers who exhibit brand loyalty are devoted to a product, demonstrated by their repeat purchases despite competitors’ efforts to lure them away. For example, people easily choose between Pepsi and CocaCola, Samsung, or Apple, and essentially, consumers won’t stray from their favourite. This may be due to flavour or ease of use, but most of the time, it is likely due to marketing strategies like the Coca ColaChristmas lorry or Apple’s constant innovation.
How to build brand loyalty.
We are not saying that it is easy to build a Nike-sized brand loyalty following overnight, but read our article which highlights some tips to help you get the best start.
Read FireTap’s article about brand loyalty here: How does brand loyalty work?
For more information about Marketing Services for Law Firms or FireTap Marketing, 0203 911 9710 or email us at info@thestrategicpartner.co.uk
Butterfield Davies
Charlotte Butterfield and Francine Davies have an impressive combination of 40+ years’ experience. They have finessed their vast wealth of knowledge, skill and know how into achieving something unique. Simplicity is their approach: They put people first. It is immediately apparent that Charlotte and Francine have strong ethics, values and a genuine passion about what they do. They both really care about their clients and candidates. With unrivalled experience, they consistently deliver the best talent for the role. They aim to make a difference and be different.
Butterfield Davies are invested in the future by building a progressive, diverse, inclusive and fairer work community. Unlike other recruiters, Butterfield Davies continue to support and develop the successful candidate with coaching and mentoring. By investing in their relationships, they will help you deliver tangible results for your organisation using your best asset – your employees.
From one day to one week, to one month, to long term– they can help you find the perfect fit. It’s not just recruitment, it’s partnership and consultancy. For the long term. The word authentic is overused, but, put plainly, that is what Butterfield Davies are. They put people first. It is that simple.
For more information, please contact :
Charlotte Butterfield on Charlotte@butterfielddavies.com
or mobile: 07435 858668
Francine Davies on Francine@Butterfielddavies.com
or mobile: 07825 101012
You can also find out more information by clicking on this link: https://www.butterfielddavies.com/
Comms Consult
Comms Consult have been providing Telecom solutions to the Legal sector for over 20 years, so they have the knowledge to always deliver the right solution first time, every time. We adopt a consultative approach to any potential new customer so that we fully understand each and every aspect of their requirements before we recommend which telephone system would be the right fit. Whether it be an on-premise Mitel solution or a Gamma Horizon hosted phone system.
Our key services include:
- ISDN lines
- SIP Trunks
- Fibre Broadband
- Leased lines
- Free calls to UK landlines & mobiles
- In depth call reporting & analytics
- Full call recording
- Business Mobiles
- Dialler solutions (on-premise or hosted)Inboundcontact centre functionality
- Social media interaction
For more information about Comms Consult, including exclusive offers for TSP members, you can call us on 020 7842 1830 or you can email us at info@thestrategicpartner.co.uk
“We only ever suggest the most beneficial solution that works for your budget. Our commitment to you goes beyond the managed provision of your communication package and we pride ourselves on our extensive after sales care and support.”
Collards Chartered Accountants
Collards are a general practice accounting firm covering a large range of services. At Collards, we have a close working relationship with our clients, which enables us to better understand their financial affairs. Our unique approach ensures clients have a close working relationship with our partners and qualified staff members. We ensure that our clients can comply with all statutory regulations and advise on tax and business planning.
We cover a wide range of business and other activities, including manufacturers, media, retailers, wholesalers, solicitors, publishers, IT solution providers, sports clubs, charities, television personalities and designers. From large companies to small sole traders, we are able to encompass and deliver to a vast range of clients.
For more information about Collards Chartered Accountants, including exclusive offers for TSP members, you can call us on 020 7842 1830 or you can email us at info@thestrategicpartner.co.uk
“Our expertise encompasses the requirements of small to medium sized businesses and the audit of major companies, together with personal and corporate tax planning and advice.”
11 Little Films
11 Little Films are experts at creating professionally crafted video content. Whether you are seeking a corporate video, showreel or product demonstration through the use of video, 11 LittleFilms have the creativity and expertise to meet your requirements.
With expertise across a range of sectors, including professional services, 11 Little Films are able to understand and interpret your needs to ensure you receive a perfectly presented video for the intended target audience that will gain the expected level of engagement.
visit their website: www.11littlefilms.com
or
view their showreel: http://11littlefilms.com/wordpress/showreel
Bespoke Music
11 little films have full songwriting and recording facilities. They are able to create bespoke musical scores in any style for your videos. They can even make cover versions of existing songs to avoid high licensing costs.
For more information about 11 Little Films, including exclusive offers for TSP members, you can call us on 020 7842 1830 or you can email us at info@thestrategicpartner.co.uk
The Strategic Partner
The Strategic Partner provides essential support to law firms. We offer a range of services and consultancy tailored to the Legal sector including guidance and services for regulation and compliance. We have gained a wealth of knowledge and experience in the overall management of law firms and work with them to achieve profitability, stability, and efficiency.
Our goal is to become a valued and respected partner to our member law firms providing high-quality services and solutions at all times. If your firm wishes to review or strengthen its approach to risk, compliance and regulation, you can; call us on 020 3911 9710 email us info@thestrategicpartner.co.uk or make an online enquiry.
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