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Blog

Blog posts for your law firm

May 6, 2025
Best upcoming legal events in the UK
We are always excited to get out and about and engage with legal professionals across the UK, so we try to attend a range of events every year.
April 28, 2025
Smokeball UK shortlisted for ‘Best Place to Work in Digital’ at prestigious awards
Smokeball, a fast-growing legal tech provider, has been shortlisted for Best Place to Work in Digital at this year’s Digital Technology Leadership Awards. The awards recognise the outstanding businesses
April 22, 2025
Five tips to improve your client communication
It may be an old truism that time is money, but seldom is that as true as for solicitors. Only some of the work you do qualifies as billable andyou do not want to be wasting time with lengthy administrative...
April 23, 2025
From Australia to the UK – Smokeball UK is powering the smartest law firms
Smokeball, the leading cloud-based legal practice management software, is already making a strong impact on small UK-based law firms following the launch of its London office and the introduction of AI to its platform.
April 23, 2025
AI, Hallucinations, and the Practice of Law
Discover how generative AI can enhance your legal practice. Learn to navigate its risks responsibly and boost efficiency with tools like Smokeball’s Archie.
March 23, 2025
February 2025 product updates: Smarter workflows, more control
Manage branch offices more efficiently and enhance legal workflows with new Smokeball updates, including smarter AI-powered communication with Archie.
March 27, 2025
Smokeball Safe Custody Enhancements - Edit, Delete & Restore
Maintain compliance with a full audit trail.
January 10, 2025
12 Microsoft Outlook Tips Every Lawyer Needs to Stay on Top of Their Inbox
Discover practical tips and powerful features in the New Outlook to help lawyers manage emails, streamline communication, and boost productivity.
December 12, 2024
Beyond passwords. How 2FA protects sensitive legal data
Discover how 2FA keeps your law firm’s data safe. Learn why passwords alone aren’t enough and how two-factor authentication boosts your cybersecurity.
October 28, 2024
Smokeball Launch Release
Smokeball officially launches in the UK giving legal professionals access to innovative all-in-one cloud practice management.
October 28, 2024
Smokeball AI Media Release
Smokeball, proudly announced the launch of Smokeball AI and matter assistant, Archie.
October 15, 2024
How to Enhance Cybersecurity for Your Law Firm
The essential shift to advanced cybersecurity solutions in law firms.
October 14, 2024
Unlock Efficiency with Legal Document Automation
Streamline your practice by automating legal document creation.
October 14, 2024
How Legal Tech Can Help Your Firm Grow and Retain Its Client Base
Harnessing technology to drive growth and foster client loyalty in modern UK law firms.
October 14, 2024
The Smooth Migration: A UK Solicitor's Guide To Switching Software
Transform your practice with a seamless software transition.
October 14, 2024
Sustainable Law Firm Growth: A 5-Phase Roadmap for Success
The Strategic Path to a Thriving UK Law Firm
October 14, 2024
How to market your legal practice to attract more clients
Elevate your practice: Proven techniques for effective legal marketing in the UK
October 14, 2024
Will AI Replace Solicitors? Everything you need to know
AI in the law: How it’s changing the role of solicitors and what to expect.
October 14, 2024
Law Firm KPIs: Essential Metrics to Track Your Firm’s Success
Understand the importance of KPIs and metrics to effectively monitor and improve your law firm’s performance.
October 14, 2024
AI for UK Solicitors: How to use it to your advantage
With a dramatic transformation driven by the rapid advancement of legal technology, discover how UK firms can explore the opportunities presented by AI.