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04 April 2012

LSC Extends Lexcel Accreditation deadline until six months after legal aid contracts awarded

As SQM and Lexcel are considered equivalent quality standards LSC will now allow switching your quality standard within 6 months of the contract start date.

02 February 2012

Family Licensed Work tender process now open

On the 6th February 2012, the tender process for new family contracts opened and will close on Monday 20th February 2012.

11 November 2011

Lexcel V5 has arrived!!

Following the recent changes in regulation and the revised Solicitors Code of Conduct 2011, The Assessment Network is delighted to announce the official launch of Lexcel V5.

09 September 2011

Important Announcement regarding Family Contract Tender Application Process

For those firms that are looking to apply for Lexcel accreditation as part of this process, please be aware that a fully completed application must be made to the Lexcel office no later than 3pm on 3rd October.

09 September 2011

Lexcel Accreditation in favour of Legal Aid's SQM

A unique opportunity for those firms seeking Lexcel accreditation in favour of the Legal Services Commission’s Specialist Quality Mark (SQM).

09 September 2011

Michael Johnson joins The Assessment Network’s Legal Services Team

Michael brings with him a great depth of experience and expertise gained in both the Legal and Insurance sectors, within the UK and internationally.

09 September 2011

Demonstrating equality credentials - Commitment to Equality (C2E)

After the Equality Bill became law on April 26th 2010, it became a legal requirement that, from April 2011, existing and potential suppliers to the Public sector must demonstrate their equality credentials. This is best achieved by obtaining C2E accreditation, delivered by The Assessment Network's nationally based accreditation team.

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John Brian Puech

Very professional, helpful, practical, with a positive focus to achieve the necessary objective.

Bristol Black Carers

Having AQS quality standard has enabled us to take greater control over our procedures and policies and helped us to focus on our mission with more confidence.

Positive East

Having the AQS quality mark has helped us develop, maintain and improve our process and procedures; leading to provision of quality advice and advocacy for people infected with HIV/Aids in East London.

Keel University Students' Union

The AQS audit process is a valuable exercise for an advice service as it promotes scrutiny, efficiency, quality and review.Independent Advice Unit

Chinese Community Centre, London

The Assessment Network organised and audited a fantastic AQS quality mark for the Chinese Community Centre in London. Their attention to detail, professionalism and willingness to go the extra mile really set them apart from their competitors. I would recommend The Assessment Network to other organisations considering taking part in the Advice Quality Standard accreditation.

Bangladeshi Community Association

The Assessment Network Ltd showed professionalism before, during and after the AQS audit. I am very happy with their work.

National Debtline

The AQS audit process has contributed to ongoing organisational development of National Debtline.

Health Energy Advice Team

The AQS audit process, especially for small, independent agencies, informs us that we are doing OK. The process is an excellent tool for 'putting your house in order' and for making improvements for the benefit of staff, volunteers and client groups.

Sangam Association of Asian Women

The whole AQS audit process was conducted by The Assessment Network in conjunction with the auditor in a very professional manner and communication was excellent between parties.

Disablement Association, Hillingdon (DASH)

A very helpful AQS audit outlining room for improvement but recognising good practice. The auditor had genuine empathy for what we do.

Age UK, South Tyneside

We would recommend the AQS Quality Standard to all advice agencies; a professional standard delivered by professional people.

Dorcas Yussuf

The (Lexcel) assessment was conducted in a friendly and less stressful manner. You make the whole procedure less daunting, hence achievable by any firm. I was very satisfied.Dorcas Funmi Solicitors

Chris Smyth

We have been accredited with Investors in People for over 10 years and more recently, we have been awarded the “Lexcel” quality mark for the legal profession. The Assessment Network assisted us through IIP and the extra requirements of Lexcel.

We now have an annual audit arranged through The Assessment Network, which we have found to be invaluable over the past 3 years as we have restructured our business to deal with the general economic climate. Having IIP and Lexcel enabled our management team to recognise very early the potential risks to our business of the general slowdown. This allowed us to plan sensibly for the future rather than simply reacting to a crisis.

Our Assessor and the team at The Assessment Network have always been an excellent sounding board for our business development
England & Co Solicitors

Roger Terrell

Improved client care has led to an increased competitive advantage, which means greater profitability and a reduction in our PI Insurance premium.

I cannot recommend The Assessment Network highly enough, their professionalism, specialist knowledge and general help has been invaluable.
Terrells LLP Solicitors

Caroline Lewis

Their approach has been refreshing and their administration and organisation has been flawless. Everyone has a 'can do' attitude which is confidence inspiring and generates a 'will achieve' response in their clients.Hewitsons LLP