Law Firm Software Selection Due Diligence Checklist
There are certain pieces of information that all firms should consider gathering while conducting software and vendor due diligence. We have compiled this easy-to-follow four-stage selection checklist that will help you determine your business needs, evaluate and compare solutions, validate your technical requirements, and negotiate a great contract. This checklist covers the four stages [...]
Three Factors To Consider Before Selecting a New Technology Vendor
Almost every industry has leveraged technology to streamline its operations. The rapid expansion and adoption of legal software highlights the value law firms get out of such technology. The question many firms face today is not whether you need to buy law firm management software, but which one suits the needs of your business? There are huge benefits of investing [...]
SOS acquired by PracticeEvolve
Media Release 22 December 2020 Solicitors Own Software (SOS) have announced the sale of the business to PracticeEvolve Group to continue to provide the market with progressive technology, supported by strong service and support. Operating since 1987, SOS have delivered practice and case management software and services to law firms across the UK. With over 17,000 users and a solid [...]
Why Law Firms Need to Strengthen the Client Relationship During an Economic Downturn
Although Australia and New Zealand have been relatively successful in containing COVID-19 compared with other regions, the worsening outbreak during 2020 has had a significant and growing influence on domestic and international economic activity. According to an IBISWorld COVID-19 Special Report, “COVID-19 has negatively affected the Australian and New Zealand economies by disrupting consumer demand and business supply. Consumer sentiment [...]
Hanging Out The Washing
I was inspired to write this after my wife complained to me on Friday suggesting she feels “redundant” around the home. Granted, it isn’t the usual complaint that I’m rarely at home but instead suggesting the household chores such as laundry are no longer backing up. Whilst I feel lockdown was an endless cycle of loading and unloading the dishwasher, [...]
The Future of Australia’s Legal Sector Following the Global COVID-19 Pandemic
Along with many other industries around the world, the Australian Legal Services sector has undergone significant changes in the wake of the global COVID-19 pandemic. According to IBSWorld Market Research Report, the Australian Legal Services Industry revenue is expected to decline. However, demand for legal services has been resilient compared with many other industries, with core offerings partially protecting industry [...]