The risks of going solo
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In 1991 the Law Society paid out 11.5 million pounds sterling because of default by 56 sole practitioners and 17 other solicitors. The fund for this has been increased for 1992/3 to 30 million pounds sterling. England and Wales have about 57,000 practising solicitors, 3,800 of whom work alone. A consultation paper produced in Jun 1992 investigates these costs and suggests routine monitoring of accounts practice and restricting the holding of clients' money by sole practitioners. The National Association of Sole Practitioners (Nasp) believes problems occur through overwork.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1992
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Time to work for nothing
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The Law Society has established a working party to investigate pro bono legal services and future needs following legal aid reductions. US solicitors are obliged to undertake 50 hours of free work. Charitable work is seen as a good marketing tool in the US and it allows trainees to obtain experience in different areas. The Free Representation Unit was set up by the Bar in 1972. It provides free representation for immigration, social security and industrial cases. Those involved, include students, trainee solicitors and pupil barristers.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1993
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Why investing in people pays off
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The Investors in People (IIP) scheme, which is being delivered and assessed by the UK's training and enterprise councils, differs from other quality schemes in that it focuses on people. Applicants must meet each of 24 indicators, and independent assessors visit the company and undertake in-depth interviews with various members of staff. Some law firms are now starting to work towards accreditation, as they believe that it will give them a competitive advantage.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1995
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