Billable hour versus value-based pricing: Webinar to uncover how modern law firms are approaching their pricing strategies
The first episode in a new series of Osprey Approach’s Build Better Habits webinars, will weigh up the pros and cons of traditional billing models versus value-based pricing, and consider how SME law firms are improving client satisfaction and profitability by rethinking how they charge for legal services. To launch the fourth series, Amy Bruce, marketing director at […]
Osprey Approach build better habits series returns to help future-proof law firms
Independent legal software provider Osprey Approach is delighted to announce the return of its Build Better Habits webinar series, which is designed to help SME law firms establish the fundamental mindsets and habits needed to remain competitive and help secure long term success. Building on the success of last year’s webinars, series four will hear from the sector’s […]
Empowering Law Firm Leaders podcast: how to plan for your firm’s success
The latest episode of Osprey Approach’s Empowering Law Firm Leaders podcast is now available to watch and listen to on YouTube, Spotify, and Amazon Music. In episode 23, Graham Moore, founder and managing director of Katchr, shares his insights with Amy Bruce, Osprey’s marketing director, into how law firms can unlock the power of their […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI): powering law firm profitability
Profitability remains the ultimate benchmark of growth for law firms, yet sustaining it is no simple task. The most effective route to stronger profits lies in refining operational efficiency, delivering more, with greater accuracy, using the resources already available. Forward-looking firms recognise that real change requires new ways of working. And the most accessible, cost-effective […]
Mitigate risk by building a proactive compliance culture within your law firm
In this conversation for Osprey Approach’s podcast, Empowering Law Firm Leaders, David Gilmore, director of DG Legal – the largest provider of strategic and compliance services to the legal sector in England and Wales – shares insights on how law firms can prioritise compliance and mitigate risk. David joined Amy Bruce, marketing director at Osprey Approach, […]
Cansford Labs Live Q+A panel – September
Join us at 12pm on Wednesday 24th September for a live Q&A with James Nutt and Abbi Holloway. This session is your opportunity to ask the questions you’ve always wanted answers to. From the science behind different sample types, to the nuances of detection windows and what results really mean in practice – nothing’s off limits. James and […]
Empowering law firm leaders podcast: how to build powerful referral networks for business growth
The latest episode of Osprey Approach’s Empowering Law Firm Leaders podcast is now available to watch and listen to on YouTube, Spotify, and Amazon Music. In episode 22, practising corporate lawyer and Adviserly CEO Robert Flint shares his expert insight into how law firms can grow through smarter, more strategic referrals. In conversation with Amy Bruce, Osprey’s […]
Can DNA tell identical twins apart?
In 2013, twin brothers were arrested and both charged with a rape in Berkshire because the police were unsure which one the DNA evidence came from. One twin was eventually convicted, and charges dropped against the other because mobile phone evidence placed him elsewhere. Identical twins have matching DNA, so a case based solely on […]
Know your worth: Shaun Jardine’s recommendations on adopting the right pricing strategy
In this conversation for Osprey Approach’s popular podcast, Shaun Jardine – former CEO of a top 200 law firm – shares how law firms can realise the true value of their lawyers to win more business, as well as implement value-based pricing to increase profitability. Shaun, founder of Big Yellow Penguin and author of […]
We’re proud to announce Recovery Cymru as our charity partner for 2025/26
Recovery Cymru is a peer-led recovery community based just down the road from us in Cardiff. They offer vital support to individuals and families affected by drug and alcohol use. The mission, values, and the sense of community they foster truly resonated with us the moment we stepped into their centre. It’s not just a service […]
PEth testing provides clarity in family law case
Challenge In a family court dispute over child custody arrangements, concerns were raised about a parent’s alcohol consumption. The other party alleged that the individual had a history of excessive drinking, which could impact their ability to care for their child safely. To support their case, the court requested objective evidence of their alcohol use. […]
Latest Osprey podcast highlights how firms can build financial resilience for long term gains
Osprey Approach’s latest episode in its Empowering Law Firm Leaders podcast, is available now to watch and listen for free on YouTube, Spotify, and Amazon Music. It features Tom Blandford, a leading authority on law firms’ financial resilience, who shares his knowledge on how to build a financially resilient law firm by managing cash flow, […]
Delegates champion fairer justice at TIC conference
More than 100 delegates attended the annual conference of The Intermediary Cooperative. The event was held in person at the University of Liverpool School of Law & Social Justice and online. The day included thought-provoking and inspiring talks from a range of speakers, all presenting under the conference theme of “Collaboration: A cooperative approach to […]
Osprey Approach enters new era with largest investment to date
Osprey Approach, a leading independent provider of cloud-based legal practice management software, has published its latest product release which is part of its new era – its most significant investment yet for empowering law firms with smarter, more connected technology. This release builds on the transformation which began in Q3 of 2024, when Osprey launched its […]
LEAP launches LEAP Leads to help law firms win new clients
LEAP, the market-leading cloud-based legal software provider, has launched LEAP Leads, providing law firms with direct access to high-quality, real-time legal enquiries from prospective clients actively seeking legal services. Designed to help small to mid-sized law firms grow their client base, LEAP Leads connects firms using LEAP with prospective clients. These leads are automatically delivered […]
Webinar – Timing is everything: windows of detection
Join us on 16th July at 12pm, for a focused session exploring how drug detection windows work in hair testing. We’ll break down the science behind hair growth cycles, how far back results can go, and why it all comes down to one key factor: the sample itself. Whether you’re interpreting reports or requesting a […]
Hair strand testing resolves court-ordered childcare case following drug use allegations
Challenge In a childcare case, both parents were suspected of drug use after concerns were raised about the safety and well-being of their child. Following an incident, social services took the precautionary step of removing the child from the home while an investigation was carried out. The court ordered drug testing to assess the parents’ […]
How building an effective leadership team helps to future proof your law firm
Having spent over three decades in various fee earner and managerial roles, Ian Hopkins, owner of Hopkins Management Consultancy and senior consultant at CPM21, shares his vast experience on what ingredients make an effective leader and how law firms can future proof their business through effective leadership building. Ian shares his insights with Amy Bruce, […]
Can You Cheat a Drug Test? What Family Law Professionals Need to Know
In family law, drug and alcohol testing often becomes a crucial element in determining custody, visitation rights, or compliance with court orders. When the well-being of a child is on the line, the integrity of drug and alcohol test results cannot be compromised. At Cellmark we take that responsibility seriously, but that doesn’t mean we […]
How Pavilion Row has elevated client service and compliance with Osprey Approach
Pavilion Row is a well-established private client legal practice specialising in Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Estate Administration. For almost a decade, the Sheffield-based firm has reaped the benefits of utilising Osprey Approach’s case management system, including helping the firm provide a personalised experience for its clients. Nicola Houston, operations director, shares with Emma Atwell, client […]