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MD Communications features in Law360 with tips for lawyers on making the most of social media

Partner Steve Rudaini and Digital Director Emma Maule have co-written an article for leading legal publication, Law360, on social media for the legal profession. The opportunities for social media to increase a business are unlimited despite its flaws, and...


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Partner Katherine Howbrook featured in ICAEW

Katherine Howbrook, Partner at MD Communications, has been featured in an article for ICAEW Insights on whether the accountancy sector is facing an identity crisis in 2023. Discussing how accountancy firms can brand themselves better, Katherine says: "Without a laser-sharp focus on...


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MD Communications wins at Women and Diversity in Law Awards

We were thrilled to win an award for our pro bono services in helping the legal sector and beyond become more diverse at the Women and Diversity in Law Awards last night, Tuesday 21 March, in the category of Supplier of the...


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Social media guidelines: are yours up to scratch?

Is your firm's social media policy fit for purpose? Our Digital Director Emma Maule outlines the risks of not having one and looks at what you should include.  Following the Gary Lineker tweet debacle at the BBC, law firms should be...


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International Women’s Day – treading the fine line between credible and cringe

Firms need to be careful about their IWD efforts on social media this year, writes Partner Katherine Howbrook, with increased scrutiny on the disparity between words and actions. Take a look at Katherine’s tips to ensure you are credible. With International Women’s Day just...


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Oakeshott vs Hancock: the battle of the WhatsApps

In the Oakeshott v Hancock battle there's, perhaps, a clear winner, but while the journalist's leak of the politician's WhatsApp messages might be regarded as being in the public interest, there are wider implications for the reputation of journalism, writes...


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Last-minute tips for your legal directory submissions

Submission deadlines are always a stressful time, but our CEO Melissa Davis shares some last-minute tips to ensure your legal directories submissions are in the best shape possible. 'I'm in directory submissions hell,' has become part of the exchange of pleasantries...


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New partnership team at MD Communications for 2023

What's that popular saying about caring for someone and setting them free, in the hope they’ll always return...? It's very much with that sentiment that I'm announcing that Linsay Leslie is returning to the partnership team on 1 March. As...


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Five things to do over Christmas to improve your LinkedIn presence

Does your LinkedIn profile need a polish? Our Digital Director Emma Maule explains how you can spruce up your presence and outlines the algorithm updates you need to know about. With its latest algorithm update, LinkedIn likes to keep us...


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Pro bono: why giving back is good for you

Our CEO Melissa Davis explains why pro bono is a vital part of our business and outlines the work we do to support important campaigns and charities. As we head towards Christmas our thoughts turn to giving back. It’s part...