When solicitors are facing an SRA investigation, it’s natural for them to feel apprehensive about the potential impact on their career. Readers of our newsletter will be familiar with the [...]
In recent actions by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), drink-driving has become significantly more costly for solicitors, serving as a stark reminder of the regulator’s expected [...]
Vigilance against money laundering and terrorist financing is not just a matter of ethical responsibility but a strict regulatory requirement. Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) form the [...]
In a landmark decision that has reverberated through the legal sector, Clyde & Co, a prominent international law firm, was handed a staggering £500,000 fine by the Solicitors Disciplinary [...]
In 2024, the role of the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and Money Laundering Compliance Officer (MLCO) in SRA regulated law firms is increasingly pivotal. The SRA is increasingly [...]
In the complex world of legal services, inadvertent breaches of the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Accounts Rules has become an increasing concern. In a recent webinar, Scott Newby, [...]
A reminder that the Legal Ombudsman (LeO) address is changing. The change will go live from Monday, 22 January 2024. What do you need to do in response to the Legal Ombudsman address change? You [...]
The Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP) plays a crucial role in ensuring that their firm complies with the rules set by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and other regulations [...]
The recent case of solicitor Jane Thirza Moir (JTM) serves as a timely reminder of the importance of staying up to date with regulatory changes. Although it only resulted in a relatively small [...]
As the season of giving and reflection approaches, we can draw inspiration from the timeless Christmas tales of Charles Dickens to explore the importance of adherence to Rule 8 of the SRA [...]
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