The 5 biggest drawbacks of not using legal AI in your law firm
The legal industry is at a critical turning point. Digital transformation is no longer optional—it’s a necessity for staying competitive. According to a 2024 Trends Report1, 60% of law firms are planning to upgrade their digital systems, acknowledging that technology is essential for efficiency and profitability. Despite some hesitancy, the impact of AI in the […]
SOS Legal and Linetime unite to enhance enterprise law firm solutions
Leading providers of legal practice management software, SOS Legal and Linetime, have recently joined forces, bringing together two of the legal technology industry’s most trusted providers under the single SOS brand. This move marks a new chapter in delivering innovative, efficient, and comprehensive legal technology solutions to enterprise law firms. By combining development expertise and […]
New edition of Shared Parenting Scotland’s ‘Representing Yourself in a Scottish Family Court’
Step by step through the labyrinth of procedures and protocols, the forms that have to be filled, and the obscure language that might trip up the increasing number of parents representing themselves in court. Shared Parenting Scotland has published a revised and updated version of its Guide to ‘Representing Yourself in Scottish Family Court‘ for […]
How PEth Alcohol Testing Can Reveal Drinking Habits
PEth alcohol testing is a blood test used to detect the presence of phosphatidylethanol (PEth) in a person’s blood to determine if they have consumed alcohol. It is a reliable and accurate method of determining alcohol consumption in individuals, which makes it an important tool for family law proceedings. The test can be used to […]
Free Webinar: Understanding the Role of Expert Witness Reports in Family Law Childcare Cases
At Cansford Laboratories, we understand the critical role that our expert witness reports play. Our team of reporting scientists deliver professional drug and alcohol testing legal reports, statements and presentations for court cases, panel hearings and tribunals. These reports provide courts with clear, unbiased analysis to support fair and informed decision-making. Our Expertise in Drug and Alcohol Testing For nearly […]
Unlocking Your Firm’s Potential with SOS Legal’s Health Check Surveys
In today’s rapidly evolving legal landscape, efficiently utilising practice management software isn’t just beneficial—it’s essential. Technology is transforming the legal profession, and firms that fail to maximise their software investment risk falling behind. To address this, SOS Legal has introduced an innovative solution that they provide their client: the SOS Health Check Survey. The Importance […]
Introducing Cellmark: DNA, Drug and Alcohol Testing in Family Law Cases
Genetic fingerprinting and profiling was discovered by Professor Sir Alec Jeffreys in 1986 and in 1987 Cellmark was established to develop and apply Jeffreys’ DNA technology to relationship testing and forensic analysis. For the following 38 years, Family Law Solicitors navigating DNA, drug and alcohol testing to support their cases have relied on Cellmark’s expertise […]
Health Check Survey: Maximising Legal Efficiency with Targeting Insights
In SOS’ commitment to support client success and optimise the value of our software, we recently introduced Health Check Surveys to our clients as a targeted assessment tool. Designed and managed by our Client Success Consultants, these surveys aim to identify how well firms engage with our software and highlight areas where training or system […]
Family Court Reporting Week calls for transparency in family courts – how Cansford keeps things clear
The week beginning 4th November is the inaugural Family Court Reporting Week, an initiative aimed to increase the transparency of family court proceedings by opening them up to journalists. This is on the back of a pilot in 2021 in which, Sir Andrew McFarlane, president of the Family Division, asserted that a major shift in […]
Enhancing Security Through Regular Software Updates
In today’s digital landscape, cybersecurity is a paramount concern for law firms. The sensitive nature of legal work demands robust security measures to protect client information and maintain professional integrity. One of the most effective ways to enhance security is by ensuring your legal practice management software is kept up-to-date. Guard Against Emerging Threats Hackers […]
Mind (Brent, Wandsworth & Westminster) receives £500 donation from AlphaBiolabs Giving Back campaign
Leading drug, alcohol and DNA testing laboratory, AlphaBiolabs, has made a £500 donation to Mind Brent, Wandsworth & Westminster (BWW) as part of its Giving Back campaign. For every testing instruction AlphaBiolabs receives from family law and social work professionals, the company enters the name of the customer into a bimonthly charity draw. The randomly-selected […]
The Importance of Good Customer Service in Legal Tech
In the world of legal technology, providing exceptional customer service is paramount. Law firms depend on their software providers not only for cutting-edge solutions but also for unwavering support to ensure these tools are utilised to their fullest potential. At SOS, the Client Success Consultants (CSCs) play a critical role in achieving this objective. In […]
SOS Legal Blog: Legal practice management software
In the fast-paced world of law, time is a precious commodity. As a fee-earner, accurately recording billable hours is crucial, not only for fair compensation but also for maintaining a clear overview of your workload. Legal practice management software can be a game-changer in this regard, streamlining your workflow and maximising billable hours. Here’s how: […]
What is the Amicable Divorce Network?
The Only Global Network in the World Vetting Divorce Professionals For Being Experienced, Resolution-Focused & Engaging in Fair Billing Practices The Amicable Divorce Network (ADN) is a global network of vetted, experienced, professionals who are dedicated to helping families navigate divorce through the Amicable Divorce Process, a civilized, transparent, out-of-court and cost effective alternative to […]
Child Concern receives £500 donation from AlphaBiolabs Giving Back campaign
Leading drug, alcohol and DNA testing laboratory, AlphaBiolabs, has made a £500 donation to North West charity Child Concern as part of its Giving Back campaign. For every testing instruction AlphaBiolabs receives from family law and social work professionals, the company enters the name of the customer into a bimonthly charity draw. The randomly selected […]
MOCCA and MOCCA-B – the most commonly tested drugs for legal matters
Marie Law, Head of Toxicology at AlphaBiolabs, discusses MOCCA and MOCCA-B drug testing for legal matters; and why it’s important to test for these substances at the same time. As a leading provider of legal drug testing for family law professionals, social workers, and local authorities, we routinely test for a wide variety of drugs […]
5 Ways Legal Accounting Software Can Streamline Law Firm Finances
In the fast-paced world of legal practice, efficiency is paramount. Law firms constantly seek ways to streamline operations and optimise resources, especially when it comes to managing finances. Enter legal accounting software – a powerful tool that can revolutionise how law firms handle their financial tasks. From simplifying billing processes to ensuring compliance, here are five ways […]
Inspiring Women at Nexa Law – Donna Taylor, Consultant Solicitor
At Nexa, we are proud to support women in law and delighted to have so many women working with us! The flexibility and freedom we offer our consultants means we are a place where women can thrive and succeed in their careers. The theme this International Women’s Day is ‘Inspire Inclusion’ and Nexa Consultant Donna […]
Discover the ‘secret sauce’ in Cansford’s industry-leading efficiency
We all know KFC has spent decades maintaining the secrecy of its infamous chicken recipe. While the secrets to our fast turnaround times may not be locked in a vault, there is a recipe for continually enhancing the efficiency of our drug, alcohol, and steroid testing while still delivering the highest quality service to clients. […]
Cansford Laboratories launches ‘breakthrough’ test to assess alcohol abuse
Cansford Laboratories has launched a new test to further serve communities needing to assess historical and very recent alcohol consumption. The new test offers analysis of an additional blood marker – Ethyl glucuronide (EtG), which can be collected in the same dry blood spot (DBS) as Canford’s well established PEth (phosphatidylethanol) test. This dual DBS […]
