Q and As

Our Q and As are examples of some of the recent questions that the Practice Advice Service has helped solicitors with. If you cannot find the answer you need, contact us.

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What is Chinese underground banking?

Is there any specific information for the legal sector on Chinese currency controls?

Do the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 apply to conveyancing retainers?

Do the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013 apply to conveyancing retainers?

How can I make a neurodivergent client’s court appearance less stressful?

I’m a criminal defence solicitor. An autistic client faces a Crown Court trial. How can I make their court appearance less stressful?

When can I charge for home visits?

A potential client asked me to visit their home to take instructions for a new will. Can we charge for home visits?

Can I send a final bill by email?

My client refuses to pay a final bill sent by email. What should I do?

Can I withdraw a suspicious activity report I made yesterday to the National Crime Agency?

Can I withdraw a suspicious activity report (SAR) I made yesterday to the National Crime Agency (NCA)? New information has now removed all suspicion.

Do we need to appoint an MLCO if we have an MLRO?

My firm has a money laundering reporting officer. Do we need to appoint a money laundering compliance officer? Can it be the same person?

Can in-house solicitors conduct litigation on behalf of employers?

As an in-house solicitor, can I conduct litigation on behalf of my employer company? Can I enforce the company's debts owed by third parties?

What should I consider when certifying an LPA for a conveyancing transaction?

I’ve been asked to certify a copy of a property and financial affairs lasting power of attorney for use in a conveyancing transaction. Are there...

My client does not want to disclose their address in proceedings. What do I need to do?

I act in Children Act proceedings where my client requires that their contact address should not be disclosed. How do I proceed?

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