An IT specialist with a proven track record of writing and implementing new software and systems for law firms has joined Howells Solicitors.
Sarah Pomeroy will be joining the law firm to manage a large IT investment upgrade programme across Howells’ network of six offices.
The programme includes:
• Implementing a new practice management system
• A new IT and phone infrastructure
• Developing systems to enable the law firm to move towards a paperless environment
• Maximising opportunities presented by cloud software.
Utilising her previous teaching qualification, her new role will also include training all of the staff on the new systems.
When explaining why the new position was created, Mark Hobbs, managing partner of Howells Solicitors, said:
“The Legal industry has changed significantly over the last five years. The introduction of Alternative Business Structures has increased competition in the marketplace, and the increased use of the internet by clients to search and interact with solicitors regarding legal matters has to be recognised and addressed. In addition to this, investing in bespoke software helps streamline our services and provide instant traceability for all parties.”
He continued, “Sarah joins Howells from another legal practice where she was instrumental in not only project managing, but also writing new software for their specific requirements. She will be doing the same for us using her extensive knowledge of the legal sector.”
Prior to joining Howells, Sarah was ICT Developer for a national law firm for 10 years and then became an implementation consultant for a leading legal software company.
Commenting on her new role, Sarah said:
“When the directors of Howells explained what they wanted to achieve regarding their IT investment programme and their future plans for the firm, I welcomed the opportunity to join the firm and take responsibility for the delivery of the project. It is going to be challenging, but when completed will provide both Howells clients and staff with a bespoke IT package enabling the business to continue to grow and develop.”
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