The Times’ Power in Partnerships supplement suggests that small businesses should work closely with lawyers and accountants to expand and develop their business knowledge. Business owners who think of their lawyers as nothing more than a source of legal advice are increasingly realising that they can actually offer everything from investor introductions and strategic advice to networking opportunities. Michael Shapiro, a partner at Nockolds Solicitors, states: “Being a lawyer is not just about drafting documents… We can offer a much wider understanding of the commercial environment.”

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