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Rock of the north

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Six strongly competitive law firms have emerged in Leeds, England, and the region is a key commercial, industrial and financial center. There are 180 law firms in Leeds, as well as 120 insurers, 230 accounting firms, 10 stockbrokers, 14 venture capital companies, 4 merchant banks and offices from 27 banks, both national and international. Costs are lower than in London, England, and services are of a high quality. Law firms are investing in information technology and aim to avoid complacency, despite thei success.

Author: Mudd, Philip
Publisher: FT Business
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1999
Leeds, England

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It's good to talk

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Law firms in Manchester, England, are having to adapt to the changing needs of businesses, which have become increasingly cost-conscious. Law firms aim to focus on their clients and add value to services. They have to undergo a transition from a high-cost service with little input from clients to a partnership between clients and their legal advisers. Costs should ideally be evaluated and quoted in advance. Law firms in Manchester appear to be taking this path which will ensure them a future.

Author: Moore, Ian
Publisher: FT Business
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1998
Manchester, England

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Claims Direct on shaky ground

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Claims Direct has seen a drop in new business levels, the implications of which are examined in detail.

Publisher: FT Business
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 2001
Management, Claims Direct

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