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“Inadequate” risk assessments put firms at risk of regulatory action

Find out what steps you and your firm can take to avoid common anti-money laundering and financial sanctions issues.

SRA financial penalties framework consultation – Law Society response

We have serious concerns about the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s (SRA) proposals to further develop its financial penalties framework.

SRA business plan and budget 2024/25 consultation – Law Society response

We’ve responded to the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s (SRA) consultation on its business plan and budget for 2024/25. Read our full response.

Money Laundering Regulations should not place disproportionate obligations on the legal profession

HM Treasury should make sure changes to the Money Laundering Regulations (MLRs) do not place disproportionate and unnecessary obligations on the legal profession.

Improving the effectiveness of the Money Laundering Regulations – Law Society response

HM Treasury is consulting on improving the effectiveness of the Money Laundering Regulations (MLRs 2017). Read our full response.

Why running identity checks does not make you AML compliant

Client identification and verification is an obligatory part of your anti-money laundering (AML) obligations. But your legal responsibilities extend far beyond this.

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