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The Evolving Role of the Professional Support Lawyer
Julia Bateman; Karen Battersby; Lucy Hall; Amanda Hamilton; Clare Harman Clark; Catherine Hart; Ailish Hogan; Katherine Lang; Charles Pigott; Helene Russell
Ark Group
2018
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The role of the professional support lawyer (PSL) first emerged in the early- to mid-1990s amongst London's Magic Circle, and quickly became essential for mid-size and even smaller firms. However, this golden period for the PSL came to an abrupt end with the global financial crisis and the subsequent recession, which rocked the legal landscape; the greatest shockwaves were inevitably felt by legal support teams, as many firms sought to maintain profitability by shifting their focus to fee-earners and cutting what was quickly perceived as superfluous business functions. The slow but steady recovery of the economy and the consequent pick-up of client demand since then has meant that the importance of PSLs to law firm operations has once again been recognised. However, the legal profession is not the same as it was before the recession; this is reflected in not only the changes in what is expected from fee-earners, but also support staff such as PSLs. Traditionally seen as a backstage position that mainly involved administrative work and the drafting of precedents, the PSL role is rapidly transforming. A PSL cannot only contribute to a firm's competitive edge by providing the traditional technical expertise; it has now become essential to perform tasks ranging from involvement in business development to the provision of training, the capture and dissemination of knowledge, product selection, and project management. This kind of flexibility is a quality that has made the role of the PSL attractive to those seeking an alternative to legal practice; however, it brings its own challenges. With such a wide variety of responsibilities and functions, it can be difficult to find relevant information on what career development might look like, or the skills needed for the progression. Identifying current issues and future challenges, too, is rendered problematic by this versatility. The Evolving Role of the PSL aims to fill this information gap.
Your business plan: turn ten minutes of attention into investment.'David's book is an invaluable resource for any entrepreneur seeking to raise funding. Based on years of experience, David shows how to keep things short and clear!' -- Thomas Hellmann, Professor of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Saïd Business School, University of Oxford'Anyone interested in this subject should read this book,' -- Tim Hames, Director General of BVCA (British Venture Capital Association)The Business Plan is an essential tool for attracting an investor’s attention. They receive hundreds of plans every week and spend no more than ten minutes on each one before deciding if it is of further interest. This means that the plan needs to be a short, snappy document that conveys the facts about your business quickly and clearly. David Bateman's template has developed through years of successful deals and in just 15 slides, with just a few sentences on each, it provides everything an investor needs to know. No more long business plans full of text – this is a 'one-size-fits-all' solution avoids confusion and keeps it simple but successful.Business Plans That Get Investment is a clear and comprehensive guide to writing a plan that turns those ten minutes of investor attention into major investment deals.
The all-you-need-to-know guide to Investment. The yearbook is packed with practical guidance on who to contact and how to get investment.The Investors Handbook is a comprehensive directory of venture capital firms, start-up investors and angel networks. Essential for any individual or business looking for investment, it will help entrepreneurs and business owners navigate the often complex world of sourcing finance. One of the main reasons start-ups fail is a lack of access to capital or accessing capital at the wrong time. Whatever stage a business is at, this book will help entrepreneurs and business owners understand and source in areas such as:Directory of investorsWhen to fundraiseHow to meet investorsBest people to connect and network withPitching your ideasAfter and beyond investment A must-read book with contributions from investment experts David Bateman, Eileen Modral and Jonathan Reuvid. David Bateman, is a successful entrepreneur and has founded several businesses. He is an active investor and has spoken at many leading events and at university business schools including Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, MIT, Wharton and Columbia. Eileen Modral, is an Investment Network Manager at Oxford Investment Opportunity Network (OION), one of the UK’s most well-known and established angel networks. Jonathan Reuvid was formerly an economist for French oil company Total, and later an entrepreneur. He is a published author of a range of business titles, and was writer and editor for of ‘Managing Business Risk’, and ‘The Investors Guide to the United Kingdom’.
In this award-winning pamphlet, Anne Bateman takes us on journeys, both geographical and emotional. The images in Tattvas are vivid and resonant. There’s a strong sense of connections, whether to land or people, communicated with phrases that make us hold our breath as we read. And there is a formal openness to the work that lets in space for us to accompany the author and make our own journeys. An effective and accomplished sequence from the author of My Body Remembers.
The Pandas Workshop
Blaine Bateman; Saikat Basak; Thomas V. Joseph; William So
PACKT PUBLISHING LIMITED
2022
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Learn the fundamentals of data science with Python by analyzing real datasets and solving problems using pandasKey FeaturesLearn how to apply data retrieval, transformation, visualization, and modeling techniques using pandasBecome highly efficient in unlocking deeper insights from your data, including databases, web data, and moreBuild your experience and confidence with hands-on exercises and activitiesBook DescriptionThe Pandas Workshop will teach you how to be more productive with data and generate real business insights to inform your decision-making. You will be guided through real-world data science problems and shown how to apply key techniques in the context of realistic examples and exercises. Engaging activities will then challenge you to apply your new skills in a way that prepares you for real data science projects.You'll see how experienced data scientists tackle a wide range of problems using data analysis with pandas. Unlike other Python books, which focus on theory and spend too long on dry, technical explanations, this workshop is designed to quickly get you to write clean code and build your understanding through hands-on practice. As you work through this Python pandas book, you'll tackle various real-world scenarios, such as using an air quality dataset to understand the pattern of nitrogen dioxide emissions in a city, as well as analyzing transportation data to improve bus transportation services.By the end of this data analytics book, you'll have the knowledge, skills, and confidence you need to solve your own challenging data science problems with pandas.What you will learnAccess and load data from different sources using pandasWork with a range of data types and structures to understand your dataPerform data transformation to prepare it for analysisUse Matplotlib for data visualization to create a variety of plotsCreate data models to find relationships and test hypothesesManipulate time-series data to perform date-time calculationsOptimize your code to ensure more efficient business data analysisWho this book is forThis data analysis book is for anyone with prior experience working with the Python programming language who wants to learn the fundamentals of data analysis with pandas. Previous knowledge of pandas is not necessary.
The The Supervised Learning Workshop
Blaine Bateman; Ashish Ranjan Jha; Benjamin Johnston; Ishita Mathur
Packt Publishing Limited
2020
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Cut through the noise and get real results with a step-by-step approach to understanding supervised learning algorithmsKey FeaturesIdeal for those getting started with machine learning for the first timeA step-by-step machine learning tutorial with exercises and activities that help build key skillsStructured to let you progress at your own pace, on your own termsUse your physical print copy to redeem free access to the online interactive editionBook DescriptionYou already know you want to understand supervised learning, and a smarter way to do that is to learn by doing. The Supervised Learning Workshop focuses on building up your practical skills so that you can deploy and build solutions that leverage key supervised learning algorithms. You'll learn from real examples that lead to real results.Throughout The Supervised Learning Workshop, you'll take an engaging step-by-step approach to understand supervised learning. You won't have to sit through any unnecessary theory. If you're short on time you can jump into a single exercise each day or spend an entire weekend learning how to predict future values with auto regressors. It's your choice. Learning on your terms, you'll build up and reinforce key skills in a way that feels rewarding.Every physical print copy of The Supervised Learning Workshop unlocks access to the interactive edition. With videos detailing all exercises and activities, you'll always have a guided solution. You can also benchmark yourself against assessments, track progress, and receive content updates. You'll even earn a secure credential that you can share and verify online upon completion. It's a premium learning experience that's included with your printed copy. To redeem, follow the instructions located at the start of your book.Fast-paced and direct, The Supervised Learning Workshop is the ideal companion for those with some Python background who are getting started with machine learning. You'll learn how to apply key algorithms like a data scientist, learning along the way. This process means that you'll find that your new skills stick, embedded as best practice. A solid foundation for the years ahead.What you will learnGet to grips with the fundamental of supervised learning algorithmsDiscover how to use Python libraries for supervised learningLearn how to load a dataset in pandas for testingUse different types of plots to visually represent the dataDistinguish between regression and classification problemsLearn how to perform classification using K-NN and decision treesWho this book is forOur goal at Packt is to help you be successful, in whatever it is you choose to do. The Supervised Learning Workshop is ideal for those with a Python background, who are just starting out with machine learning. Pick up a Workshop today, and let Packt help you develop skills that stick with you for life.
The story picks up with Janie Arnold making a life changing decision to help her cousin Megan and hopefully to leave Janie free to start her own life. Whilst on holiday in Lanzarote she meets Adam, a boat builder from back home in Wales and Alison another holiday maker from Derbyshire. Life is finally starting to look up for Janie.
From Carrie Bradshaw to Grace Jones, and from Nicki Minaj to Blair Waldorf, New York is the fashion 'it girl' capital of the world.Home of both laid-back street style and the luxury of the MET Gala, New York has earned its reputation as one of the most stylish capitals in the world. From the eclectic looks of Brooklyn to chic Manhattan elegance, it is a city that hums with style. This instalment of the beautiful Little Books of City Style series will explore the fashion history of the city that never sleeps, providing an exquisitely illustrated guide to dressing like a Native New Yorker.
Designer, film director and maverick of the fashion world, Tom Ford is synonymous with passion, innovation and some truly astonishing attire.Renowned for his subversive ideas, infinite vision and endless pursuit of excellence, Tom Ford has transformed the fashion landscape as we know it with clean lines, sensual tailoring and his distinctive contemporary flair.Through carefully curated photographs and engaging expert text, Little Book of Tom Ford tells the story of the visionary designer, from his incredible success at both Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent, to his eponymous label that resonates with celebrities and fashion fans the world over.
"It's an intersection of pop culture, politics, celebrity, entertainment and fashion, all colliding together for one stellar night out on the iconic steps of the Met." - Jeremy ScottGlitz, gossip and glamour! Step onto the red carpet of the most talked-about night in fashion.The Met Gala is the legendary event that fuses art, fashion and pop culture, sparking excitement and intrigue the world over. Through stunning images and captivating text, Fashion's Big Night Out charts the history of the Met Gala from its inception in 1948, while celebrating all the risk-taking looks, breathtaking exhibitions and jaw-dropping celebrity moments that have shaped the Met Gala into what it is today. The book features a foreword by iconic designer, Jeremy Scott, creator of some of the most memorable Met Gala looks of all time, including a chandelier-clad Katy Perry.
From her Disney days to red carpet glamour, Zendaya's meteoric rise has been littered with impeccable style.Certified fashion it-girl and global movie star Zendaya has become synonymous with inventive, fresh and unique style. From referencing 2000s Beyoncé looks to her immaculate blending of masculine and feminine elements, and from clever nods to the movies she's promoting to rare, archival vintage pieces, Zendaya always keeps us on our toes.With this beautiful guide to her style trajectory, key looks and signature pieces, dive into the stunning world of Zendaya's style.A fun and complete guide to a modern-day icon's signature style.
Geospatial Data Analytics on AWS
Scott Bateman; Janahan Gnanachandran; Jeff DeMuth
PACKT PUBLISHING LIMITED
2023
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Build an end-to-end geospatial data lake in AWS using popular AWS services such as RDS, Redshift, DynamoDB, and Athena to manage geodata Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook. Key Features Explore the architecture and different use cases to build and manage geospatial data lakes in AWS Discover how to leverage AWS purpose-built databases to store and analyze geospatial data Learn how to recognize which anti-patterns to avoid when managing geospatial data in the cloud Book DescriptionManaging geospatial data and building location-based applications in the cloud can be a daunting task. This comprehensive guide helps you overcome this challenge by presenting the concept of working with geospatial data in the cloud in an easy-to-understand way, along with teaching you how to design and build data lake architecture in AWS for geospatial data. You’ll begin by exploring the use of AWS databases like Redshift and Aurora PostgreSQL for storing and analyzing geospatial data. Next, you’ll leverage services such as DynamoDB and Athena, which offer powerful built-in geospatial functions for indexing and querying geospatial data. The book is filled with practical examples to illustrate the benefits of managing geospatial data in the cloud. As you advance, you’ll discover how to analyze and visualize data using Python and R, and utilize QuickSight to share derived insights. The concluding chapters explore the integration of commonly used platforms like Open Data on AWS, OpenStreetMap, and ArcGIS with AWS to enable you to optimize efficiency and provide a supportive community for continuous learning. By the end of this book, you’ll have the necessary tools and expertise to build and manage your own geospatial data lake on AWS, along with the knowledge needed to tackle geospatial data management challenges and make the most of AWS services.What you will learn Discover how to optimize the cloud to store your geospatial data Explore management strategies for your data repository using AWS Single Sign-On and IAM Create effective SQL queries against your geospatial data using Athena Validate postal addresses using Amazon Location services Process structured and unstructured geospatial data efficiently using R Use Amazon SageMaker to enable machine learning features in your application Explore the free and subscription satellite imagery data available for use in your GIS Who this book is forIf you understand the importance of accurate coordinates, but not necessarily the cloud, then this book is for you. This book is best suited for GIS developers, GIS analysts, data analysts, and data scientists looking to enhance their solutions with geospatial data for cloud-centric applications. A basic understanding of geographic concepts is suggested, but no experience with the cloud is necessary for understanding the concepts in this book.
My daughter was murdered by my husband. Now I have a new little girl to look after. I have no idea who she is.It's been five years since my daughter was killed. It still hurts every day. I'll never be over it but I am finally moving on with my life.It's pitch black when I wake up. I hear a child screaming outside. There's a little girl in my back yard. She can't be older than five. She has terrified blue eyes.Somebody has left her here.When nobody claims her, I take her in. After all, I'm a professional foster parent. I will look after her like she's my own child.But she won't even tell me her name. I have no idea who I've brought into my house.A tense and page-turning psychological thriller. Perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, K.L. Slater, Ruth Harrow, A.J. Wills, T.M. Logan, and Nicola Sanders.
The extrovert of interior design and the definition of 'more is more', maximalism is an exuberant celebration of pattern, colour and texture that deliberately clash. Its roots lie in 1930s Hollywood Regency style, Rococo and Neoclassicism, as well as Greek, Egyptian and Asian styles.With a historical overview of the decor, and illustrated with examples of notable interiors and key elements of lighting, furniture, colour palette, texture and textile, the book offers practical advice on how to recreate the look in your own home.
You Will Be Able to Crochet by the End of This Book
Zoe Bateman
Octopus Publishing Group
2025
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Local Place and the Arthurian Tradition in England and Wales, 1400-1700
Mary Bateman
BOYDELL BREWER LTD
2023
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The first in-depth study of Arthurian places in late medieval and early modern England and Wales. Winner of the 2024 Dhira B. Mahoney Prize for Outstanding Scholarly Book in Arthurian Studies Places have the power to suspend disbelief, even concerning unbelievable subjects. The many locations associated with King Arthur show this to be true, from Tintagel in Cornwall to Caerleon in Wales. But how and why did Arthurian sites come to proliferate across the English and Welsh landscape? What role did the medieval custodians of Arthurian abbeys, churches, cathedrals, and castles play in "placing" Arthur? How did visitors experience Arthur in situ, and how did their experiences permeate into wider Arthurian tradition? And why, in history and even today, have particular places proven so powerful in defending the impression of Arthur's reality? This book, the first in-depth study of Arthurian places in late medieval and early modern England and Wales, provides an answer to these questions. Beginning with an examination of on-site experiences of Arthur, at locations including Glastonbury, York, Dover, and Cirencester, it traces the impact that they had on visitors, among them John Hardyng, John Leland, William Camden, who subsequently used them as justification for the existence of Arthur in their writings. It shows how the local Arthur was manifested through textual and material culture: in chronicles, notebooks, and antiquarian works; in stained glass windows, earthworks, and display tablets. Via a careful piecing together of the evidence, the volume argues that a new history of Arthur begins to emerge: a local history.