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30Jun-25

Read our Summer newsletter

Our latest newsletter covers how to use LinkedIn for better networking, how culture underpins DEI strategy, and details of our new LinkedIn masterclasses. Find out about our women's network and we're calling for contributors to our new international growth guide...

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3Jun-25

How to use LinkedIn as a business development tool for lawyers

Our Digital Director Emma Maule shares her top tips on how to supercharge your BD efforts by making the most of the platform. LinkedIn isn’t just for job seekers or recruiters – it’s a place to build relationships, share your expertise,...

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21May-25

The office goes back to the future

In a hybrid world, 94% of legal professionals still value physical office spaces. Our CEO Melissa Davis explores how the legal workplace is transforming from where work gets done to where people gather, learn and collaborate. Legal workplaces, like offices...

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7May-25

Law firm marketing teams and LinkedIn – insights from the new algorithm report

Our Digital Director Emma Maule considers what in-house law firm marketing teams can learn from the new algorithm report. LinkedIn remains the most important platforms for law firms – whether it is job seekers checking out your company page or...

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29Apr-25

Top level insights from the LinkedIn algorithm report

Our CEO Melissa Davis discusses the initial insights emerging from Richard van der Blom's new LinkedIn algorithm report, and considers what it means for law firms. How do you maintain authenticity whilst working with the LinkedIn algorithm to boost visibility?

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11Apr-25

Read our Spring newsletter

Our latest newsletter covers women in leadership; looking forward to the Legal 5k; LinkedIn audits; crisis advice, and much more!  

Staying the course: Women in senior roles

Plus: Personal branding to the fore / Countdown to the Legal 5k / Managing partner...

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10Apr-25

Departure lounge – how partner exits can damage your brand

Mishandled partner exits can damage a law firm’s brand and impact directory rankings. Director of Content Anthony Notaras explores how firms can mitigate negativity and why a strong workplace culture is essential.  

The impact of partner moves

In law – much...

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19Mar-25

Culture wins in legal talent wars

As law firms compete for top talent, culture is no longer a ‘nice-to-have’ - it’s a critical asset. With shifting priorities and rising expectations, our CEO Melissa Davis explains how investing in culture is now just as important as...

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3Mar-25

WhatsApp groups: Friend or foe for your reputation (and your sanity)?

Our CEO Melissa Davis discusses the perils and pitfalls of WhatsApp groups, and looks at how you can mitigate the risks. If you're a member of various WhatsApp groups, you are probably familiar with this scenario: George: If anyone sees a...

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5Feb-25

Meet the media 2025: crisis communications

Our Meet the Media event, chaired by our CEO Melissa Davis, explored crisis in the legal sector with rich insights from the panel of four leading journalists.  On a chilly January evening, four journalists gathered at Soho House’s 180 Strand...