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Criminal law firms in Manchester, England, face uncertainty due to changes in the legal aid system. Smaller law firms could be especially affected. Rates of pay are lower for criminal law than they are for commercial law, so a reduction in rates has serious implications. Franchises involve administrative work which is a particular burden for small firms. Block contracts are to be introduced which could also create problems for both smaller and larger firms.
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Soccer and other sporting activities are important for the economy of Manchester, England, and there are a number of major sport-related firms based in Greater Manchester and nearby. Law firms have opportunities to become involved in sports law, and some Manchester law firms are starting to specialize in this area. James Chapman and Co has a close relationship with Manchester United soccer club. Other law firms involved in this market include Cobbetts.
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The UK Private Finance Initiative (PFI) offers opportunities for banks, surveyors and other suppliers of professional services. A PFI equity fund has been launched, the Innisfree PFI Fund, which has located a number of potential opportunities in the form of 40 PFI projects. Law firms are also benefiting from PFI, with McKenna and Co advising on railroad privatization. Surveyors should find PFI a useful source of income, as should UK banks.
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