Securing your competitive future

Wednesday, 22 September 2010
The Law society, London
CPD Hours: 4

 
Many sole practitioners and small to medium sized firms are concerned about the impact of new business models andincreasing demands of consumers for quality and cost-effective legal services.

• How will you respond? Avoiding the issues is not an option,
• The changes ahead provide an opportunity and should not simply be viewed as a threat
• Do you plan to merge, diversify, consolidate or develop a profitable niche business?
• Have you even begun to consider your strategic direction and future business model?
• If not you should take advantage of this series of seminars designed to help small to medium sized firms consider
the best option to secure their future.

The ABS model is neither mandatory nor will it be appropriate for all firms. This seminar is designed to identify the alternatives that are available. You will receive practical guidance from experienced consultants on developing suitable strategies which will increase the profitability of your firm in the new competitive environment.

Speakers will also address the difficult considerations in devising a suitable exit strategy including succession planning and retirement.

The event is aimed at sole practitioners, in all areas of practice and managing partners in small firms.

Topics to be covered include:

• ABS and regulation - Tony Guise, Guise Solicitors
Outcome of consultation; Critically examining your current business model; Identifying the right business model for your practice; Developing client focused products and services
• Getting the best from your IT support - Grahame Cohen, EPOQ
Web solutions that work - Engaging with your clients through your website; Practical and affordable web-tools that you can implement right away
• Bank perspectives - Chris Marston, Lloyds TSB
The economic outlook; The unique challenges of the “economic upturn”; How do you stay viable in a more competitive market?; Knowing your market, building value and investing in people & technology; What support and advice is from banks and accountants
• Case studies – innovative firms
Lucy Scott Moncrieff – Scott-Moncrieff Harbour and Sinclair and Deputy Vice President, The Law Society and Andrew Woolley - Woolley and Co Solicitors

Securing your competitive future flyer

Securing your competitive future flyer.pdf [PDF 82KB]

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