We specialise in learning, development and consultancy for Private Client practitioners in the areas of Wills, Probate, Trusts, Tax and Elderly & Vulnerable client. Please see our free resources below, including PDF downloads and webinars.
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The free resources available on this website together with our training and webinar services will help you maintain your competence.
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LawSkills Will Drafting Software Review
In recent years, software has become more sophisticated and the professional has grown aware of the need to provide an efficient Will writing service to their clients at a cost-effective price. If anything, coping with the Covid 19 pandemic has encouraged experimentation with software and accelerated change.
It is therefore time to look again at what Will drafting software is now available and whether it is suitable for your organization. Before you purchase any software, you do need to undertake research. Assess what is not working in your organization and what your specific needs are before you decide to purchase Will drafting software
LawSkills White Paper
Note on this White Paper: For the avoidance of doubt, Gill Steel was not paid by any of the suppliers to produce this report. The facts about the software have been checked with the suppliers but the opinions are her own independent thoughts.
Certainty Expert Webinars
Probate Price Transparency
A 61-minute webinar from Gill Steel, discussing whether pricing in probate is a nightmare, or business opportunity.
What Would You Charge For A Will?
A 60-minute webinar from Gill Steel, discussing what you should charge for a will.
Interviews
Learning Options for Law Firms
Darren Leggett of The Property Ladder Group interviews Gill Steel about the benefits of online, in-house and blended learning as private client practitioners look to continue their development and share knowledge.
The Changing Face Of Training For Private Client Law Practitioners
This interview by Lucy Thomas of Legal Matters explains how training is being adapted to suit the needs of the modern Private Client law practitioner.
CPD Planning – The Best Learning Techniques In Private Client Law Practice
Interview by Lucy Thomas of Legal Matters explaining those learning techniques that work best in your legal CPD training plan.
Team Plan – Building A CPD Training Plan In Private Client Law Practice
This interview by Lucy Thomas of Legal Matters offers valuable and practical tips on how to build a team plan.