Leading insurer and UK’s largest friendly society, LV=, implements Proclaim for in-house legal team

The UK’s largest friendly society has implemented Eclipse’s Proclaim Case Management Software system for its in-house legal and secretariat team.

LV= provides insurance, investments and retirement products to over five million customers.  Ongoing business expansion within LV= has led to a significant increase in the scope and volume of legal work and services provided by the in-house team.  Following a review of its core management software, the decision was made to roll out a bespoke Proclaim Case Management software solution to fully support and automate workflow.  The system will provide a scalable solution to support future expansion in the provision of legal services.

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Proclaim Practice Management Software: selected by Hodge Jones & Allen LLP in £250k investment

London law firm, Hodge Jones & Allen LLP, is implementing Eclipse’s Proclaim Practice Management Software system in a deal valued at £250,000.

Recent growth propelled the firm’s headcount to almost 200 staff and this volume of throughput necessitated a review of internal IT systems.  Following full analysis of the software market, Hodge Jones & Allen selected Eclipse’s Proclaim system.

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Proclaim PPI Case Management Software - Slater Hayward Law invests in firm-wide rollout

Ambitious young practice, Slater Hayward Law, is implementing Eclipse's Proclaim Case Management Software in a firm-wide rollout.

Slater Hayward specialises in financial claims, namely mis-sold payment protection insurance (PPI) and unreasonable credit card / loan charges.  Following the British Bankers Association’s (BBA) decision not to pursue further legal action over PPI, all outstanding mis-selling cases are currently being settled.  The resultant influx of new cases for Slater Hayward resulted in the need to find a software solution that could provide a robust and efficient claims handling environment.

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Alternative Business Structures

The message from the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) is loud and clear.  Alternative Business Structures (ABS) are coming and despite the delay they will soon be in position to begin accepting applications.

At a recent event, sponsored by Eclipse Legal Systems, SRA Chief Executive - Andrew Townsend - spoke about the regulatory delays and the levels of current interest being experienced in the ABS application process.

Points of note included:

• 15 "serious discussions" are currently ongoing with firms including claims management companies, law firms, major retailers, accountancy firms, loss adjusters and private equity houses
• The SRA is planning to open its books to ABS applicants in December

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Brady Solicitors - Proclaim Case Management case study

Proclaim helps property litigation law firm to achieve 100% success rate

Brady Solicitors is an award-winning residential property litigation and debt collection practice, specialising in helping property management companies, developers, local authorities and landlords throughout the UK. The firm implemented Eclipse’s Proclaim Practice Management Software in early 2009. Vin Chauhan, Head of IT at the practice, talks us through his experience of Eclipse and Proclaim.

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QualitySolicitors Howlett Clarke: Investing for the future with Eclipse's Proclaim Practice Management solution

One of the founding law firm partners of QualitySolicitors, Howlett Clarke, has implemented Eclipse's Proclaim Practice Management Software system in a 6-figure deal.

The longest established practice in Brighton & Hove, Howlett Clarke provides a full range of legal services for clients nationwide.  To maintain and build upon its position in the sector, and in line with the QualitySolicitors ethos, the firm recognised a need to implement a core system that would enable it to provide a streamlined service of the very highest standards.

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Hosted, Cloud, SaaS Case Management Software

Eclipse’s Hosted Case Management Software model (you may be more familiar with the term ‘Cloud‘ or ‘Software as a Service‘ or ‘SaaS‘) makes the full range of Proclaim tools and functionalities available.

No compromises – Proclaim Hosted is identical to a Proclaim system used in a standard client-server environment.

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SecureDocs: The legal sector’s first seamlessly integrated secure delivery tool

The UK’s leading Case Management Software provider, Eclipse Legal Systems, has released a unique secure document delivery and acceptance tool.

Fully integrated with Eclipse’s Proclaim software, ‘SecureDocs’ is embedded within the system to provide a seamless online solution.

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Alternative Business Structures - Eclipse headline-sponsors roadshow series

We are delighted to announce our headline sponsorship of the forthcoming ABS (Alternative Business Structures) ‘Ask the Experts’ Roadshow.

• How does banning referral fees affect your business model?
• Does the new legal market give you more appetite to be an ABS?
• What is the industry’s reaction?

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Edwards Hoyle LLP

Edwards Hoyle LLP provides specialist assistance to non-fault accident claimants throughout the UK

A new firm with fresh ideas, Edwards Hoyle LLP set itself ambitious targets for its first 12 months of trading.  In order to succeed, the firm required a completely integrated system that could handle a high number of claim cases from start to finish, without compromising on quality of service.

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Asons Solicitors

Founded in 2009 by brothers Kamran Akram and Imran Akram, Asons Solicitors has become one of the leading claimant PI names in the north-west.  In just over 2 years the practice has expanded from 3 to over 60 staff, managing thousands of cases for claimants nationwide.

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The Paperless Office – 12 months on. By Peter Garsden.

Article by Peter Garsden of Abney Garsden McDonald Solicitors

On 6th September 2010, Abney Garsden McDonald solicitors took the plunge and went paperless. In a previous article I described the process of evolution from conventional paper files, through scanning all incoming correspondence in 2003, to “paperless” a year ago.

We now have clean desks, fewer filing cabinets, large bins for shredding on each floor, and 2 screens to look at, rather than one. Here are some practical points about how we operate...

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Proclaim: Report on Title

Did you know that Proclaim Conveyancing contains an automated ‘Report on Title’ feature that enables you to rapidly provide the relevant information for your clients?

Report on Title is available at the click of a button, and can be streamlined into your workflow to make its creation as simple as possible.

Idris Mir, Senior Partner at Mir Solicitors LLP, began using the new Report on Title facility of Proclaim’s  Conveyancing Unit recently:

“The whole ethos of our service level is to reduce burdensome tasks whilst still providing perfect transparency and first class service for our clients.  Tools such as the Report on Title creator fit in perfectly with this ethos and enable us to provide a slick, accurate conveyancing service which is more cost effective to the firm, enabling us to proceed through the conveyancing transaction seamlessly and effortlessly.  A very well written programme that I wholeheartedly recommend.”

Proclaim integration – Land Registry Business Gateway

The Land Registry has recently announced that it has dropped the proposed charge of £7,000 for conveyancers to utilise its Business Gateway.

This is fantastic news for the property sector, coming after much lobbying from various parties including Eclipse.

The turnaround will enable conveyancers to benefit from Business Gateway features without a prohibitive cost element.

We have requested formal specifications from the Land Registry to enable us to integrate Proclaim Conveyancing with the Gateway.  These have been promised for mid-September – we will keep you updated regarding progress.

Hill Dickinson Claim Solutions selects Eclipse's Proclaim system in £250k investment

HDCS (Hill Dickinson Claim Solutions) has chosen Eclipse's Proclaim Case Management Software system to replace the firm's legacy claims management systems.

The specialist unit at Hill Dickinson LLP (a Top 35 UK law firm) provides a complete claims management service on behalf of insurance clients, acting for some of the country's leading organisations including household names such as Tesco Insurance.

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New website design service launched by Eclipse

The UK's leading provider of Case Management Software, Eclipse Legal Systems, has launched a new website design service for law firms and legal services organisations.

Aimed at firms wishing to implement a new - or improve an existing - online presence, Eclipse's 'Dynamic Webdesign' service is built around a Content Management System (CMS) to provide unrivalled flexibility and fluidity.  Eclipse employs its own web design function entirely in-house, with no element of the service outsourced.

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Debt Recovery and Collections Case Management Software

Proclaim Debt Recovery and Collections Software is a comprehensive County and High Court debt recovery system, ensuring efficient operation, fast turnaround and an improved bottom line.

Proclaim manages production of Claim forms and covers Statutory Demands, Bankruptcy and Winding Up Proceedings.

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Ministry of Justice (MoJ) RTA Claims Portal - Proclaim A2A Software

Leading Case Management Software provider, Eclipse Legal Systems, has announced continued success for clients using its Proclaim A2A RTA Claims Management Software system.

Following The Ministry of Justice's well-publicised ruling, all Road Traffic Accident (RTA) claims of a value less than £10,000 must be processed through a central 'Portal'. Eclipse was the first vendor to make integration with the portal available, via a seamless A2A (Application-to-Application) method.

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Alternative Business Structures - Land of Opportunity?

October will undoubtedly bring change to the legal services marketplace, but Alternative Businesses Structures can be just as much an opportunity as a threat.

Later this year the time for talking will finally be over. Ever since the publication of the Legal Services Act four years ago, there have been varying predictions on the scale and impact of Alternative Business Structures (ABS).

Some commentators have painted a bleak picture for current providers with the likes of Tesco, ASDA, Virgin and the AA all queuing up to take advantage of deregulation which will allow nonlegals to either own law firms or hold management positions therein.  However, others have suggested a less dramatic impact on the market with a few well-known consumer brands - banks, estate agents and so on - adding legal services to their existing offerings.

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New Proclaim Case Management case study: Vantage Law

Founded in early 2011, Vantage Law has ambitious plans to carve a niche in the ultra-competitive personal injury claims arena.  A clear strategy is vital in order to establish itself and gain an edge over regional heavyweights.  The young firm is positioning itself as transparent, responsive and punching above its weight in terms of legal expertise. 

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Michael Lewin Solicitors implements Eclipse's Proclaim Case Management

Personal Injury specialist, Michael Lewin Solicitors, has selected Eclipse’s Proclaim Case Management software solution for a firm-wide rollout.

The practice operates from two locations in Leeds, employing 50 staff to manage injury cases for nationwide claimants.  Given the ever-changing legislative and competitive pressure in the injury litigation sector, Michael Lewin Solicitors recognised the need to implement a flexible and robust software solution to maximise profitability

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Preparing for the future: Sweeney Miller chooses Proclaim

Sunderland-based law firm, Sweeney Miller Solicitors, has selected Eclipse’s Proclaim Practice Management software solution for a firm-wide rollout.

Established in 2002, the young practice provides the full range of legal services for its national base of clients.  In preparation for the forthcoming legislative ‘Alternative Business Structures’ change in October, Sweeney Miller recognised the need to optimise profitability and reduce administrative waste on each case.  Following a review of the leading legal software solutions on the market, the firm selected Eclipse’s Proclaim system.

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Another record year for Eclipse Legal Systems as turnover hits £8m

The UK’s leading Case Management Software provider, Eclipse Legal Systems, has reported record results for its 2010/11 trading year.

The firm’s previous best results came in 2009/10, when the audited turnover figure stood at £6.6million.  The financial year 2010/11, which ended on 30th June, saw Eclipse announce a revenue increase of 21% to a record high of £8million.

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Eclipse releases a Claims Management Solution for PPI caseloads

Leading claims management software provider, Eclipse Legal Systems, has announced a new release of its Proclaim system, specifically for Payment Protection Insurance (PPI) claims.

Following the British Bankers Association's (BBA) recent decision not to pursue further legal action over Payment Protection Insurance (PPI), all outstanding misselling cases must be settled without further delay.

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Canter Levin & Berg Solicitors launches Proclaim-integrated App

Merseyside law firm, Canter Levin & Berg, has launched a workflow-led App designed to assist individuals involved in road traffic accidents.

'First Call' is available (free of charge) via iTunes for use with the iPhone and iPad. The App provides a complete accident recording and claim logging system, intended for use at the scene of an accident to capture precise details.

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Claims Innovation Awards 2011 Winners!

Some of the UK's most talented individuals and companies involved in the insurance and legal claims management industries were recently (5th May) applauded by their peers when the winners of the Claims Innovation Awards were announced.

Organised by Barker Brooks Media, headline sponsored by Eclipse, the glittering black tie ceremony at the Hilton Manchester Deansgate was hosted by comedian Paul Thorne of 'Bring me the Head of Light Entertainment'.

More than 300 professionals from across the insurance and legal claims management industries - from law firms and insurers to claims management companies and rehabilitation providers - gathered to acknowledge the winners and celebrate the advancements and innovations within the industry over the last year.


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Thousands of man hours saved through Eclipse and Premex integration

Premex Services, the UK's largest independent medico-legal services provider and market-leading legal software specialist Eclipse, have delivered the next step in process efficiency for personal injury claims.

In a move that is already saving solicitors significant time and money, Premex has integrated its online instruction and medico-legal appointment booking system Vu Direct, with Eclipse's personal injury case management system Proclaim.

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Eclipse Legal Systems proclaims A2A "Release 1" rollout a success

Leading case management software provider, Eclipse Legal Systems, has announced successful rollout of its A2A "Release 1" update.

The RTA portal developer ('RTA Portal Company') has implemented a series of changes to streamline use of the system for claimant solicitors. This update is known as 'Release 1' and went live on 29th March, it being mandatory for all portal users to comply with the new system with immediate effect.

Eclipse has rolled out the 'Release 1' changes to over 100 of its RTA law firm clients, resulting in full compliance - by the stated deadline - for all Proclaim A2A users. Clients include national heavyweights through to small and high-street firms.

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Proclaim Case Management: helping growth and building seamless business relationships

Just Costs is the UK's largest solicitors' costs practice, focusing solely on recovery for claimant personal injury firms and commercial organisations.

The firm was founded - and is led - by Paul Shenton, a qualified barrister and solicitor who gained experience in a range of high profile cases whilst a Partner for nine years at national heavyweight, Eversheds.

Paul talks us through his experience of Proclaim, and how the system has grown with his practice.

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Davies & Gribbin prepares for the future with Proclaim

Lancashire law firm, Davies & Gribbin Solicitors, has selected Eclipse's Proclaim Practice Management software solution for firm-wide rollout.

Established in 1995, the practice provides a full range of legal services for both private and commercial clients. Specialising in non-fault personal injury claims, the firm also offers conveyancing, debt recovery and probate services.

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McKeowns Solicitors - new Proclaim case study

McKeowns is one of the UK's leading claimant personal injury practices, employing 120 staff at its offices in St Albans, Milton Keynes, Newry, Belfast and Omagh.

The firm was founded by Diarmuid McKeown and throughout its history has served an impressively full range of clients, from the 'man on the street' through to large institutions such as RAC and Endsleigh Insurance.

Chris Stevens, Head of Operations at McKeowns, talks us through the firm's experience of Eclipse and Proclaim.

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The Paperless Office

Peter Garsden of Eclipse client, Abney Garsden McDonald, takes us through his experience of going 'paperless'...!

Article first published in the Internet Newsletter for Lawyers (INL), and re-published here with kind permission from Peter Garsden and Delia Venables (editor of the INL).

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Eclipse supports Claims and Medical Conferences

Eclipse is delighted to announce our support and sponsorship of two of the personal injury sector's biggest events:

- Claims Management Conference, 16 March 2011, Liverpool Hilton

- Legal & Medical Conference, 17 March 2011, Liverpool Hilton

The events will focus on the newly emerging shape of the claims industry under the Coalition Government, following reviews from both Sir Rupert Jackson and Lord Young.

New CCBC submission process: Eclipse claims a first

Leading case management software provider, Eclipse Legal Systems, has announced a first in enabling its clients to utilise a more efficient debt recovery claim process.

The Northampton County Court Bulk Centre (CCBC) enables organisations managing debt recovery claims to submit high volume cases for issuing and judgments. The service allows the 'fast-tracking' of generally undefended claims, reducing the administrative burden of processing them individually.

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Fentons Solicitors LLP chooses Eclipse’s Proclaim solution for 200 staff

Fentons Solicitors LLP, a Top 200 law firm and one of the UK's leading claimant personal injury practices, has selected Eclipse’s Proclaim Practice Management software solution.

Providing a nationwide service from offices in Manchester and London, Fentons concentrates solely on services for accident victims (from ‘fast-track’ claims through to complex spinal and head injuries), and recovers tens of millions of pounds worth of compensation every year.

Rapid growth and a sustained increase in the level of claims received necessitated an in-depth analysis of the firm’s existing IT systems. Fentons made the decision to replace its incumbent practice management solution with Eclipse’s Proclaim system, for an initial rollout of 200 users.

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