There is growing adoption of cloud-based legal software and AI-powered tools in the industry as it offers accessibility, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. All of this should breed greater efficiency, right?! We explore the art of efficiency in this article.
Recently in one of our Legal Bite sessions that we run for members of the Watering Hole we delved into the often complex world of morality, ethics, and regulation for in-house legal counsel. It's a role fraught with challenges, so we took some time to explore how these professionals navigate through them.
The phenomenon of "legalsplaining" – a term coined to describe the condescending or overly complex explanations of legal concepts to non-lawyers – has sparked discussions on how to improve communication between legal and non-legal stakeholders.
In-house legal counsel and external lawyers - opposite sides of the fence or two sides of the same coin? In this article, we explore how both can work together to navigate challenges, optimise resources, and deliver value to their clients.
The EHRC recently released new guidance to help employers understand how to support workers experiencing menopausal symptoms - we explore the guidance, take a look at a case study that's gone wrong and explore some options for employers!
A recent article on LegalFutures.co.uk highlights a crucial piece of advice for in-house lawyers: "Don't Put Up a Barrier with Your Business". In this article, we explore the similarities between in-house counsel and the Transformers as a metaphor to breaking down barriers.
Whilst we wait to see what the outcome of the AI White Paper consultation in respect of regulatory guidance for AI at the end of April 2024 will be, we take a look at the challenges of AI when outsourcing.
Working in-house can be demanding and challenging. Amidst these responsibilities, it's crucial to prioritise your mental health to ensure long-term well-being and effectiveness in your role.
Are any of your employees defined as Carers? Do any of your employees have dependants? In this article we explain the introduction and use of the new Carer's Leave Act.
We've been keeping an eye on CPRA enforcement since its 2023 introduction. A recent overturn in Court has got us thinking about its impact for other businesses and what UK companies need to consider.
In Minecraft, the first 100 days as an in-house lawyer can be likened to starting a new game in survival mode. Read our blog to find out how the metaphor plays out.
Fictional characters can offer insights and lessons applicable to working with an in-house legal team. In this blog we share a few of our favourites for inspiration.
While Shrek may seem like an unconventional source of wisdom for in-house lawyers, his story offers valuable lessons in teamwork, communication, integrity, and adaptability that can be applied to the corporate legal setting.
M&S and Aldi have been in the IP news again the last couple of weeks. This case highlights the importance of protecting your intellectual property as a business, whether that be designs or brands.
Understanding how contracts are formed and the key provisions within them is crucial for successful B2B relationships. Our Lego inspired guide can help navigate the complexities of commercial agreements with clarity and precision.
We quite often get asked who owns IP rights in the employee vs employer relationship. In this article we look at what the UK legislation position is and how employers can address IP rights with workers.
It will be interesting to see the interpretation of the AI and IP issues in the Getty Images case. But why is the case important and what should businesses be doing and thinking about if they use generative AI?
With secondary provisions for The Online Safety Act coming into force in April 2024, we take a look at those new provisions; what they mean for users and what they mean for businesses.
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