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Financial Ombudsman Service charging professional representatives – Law Society response

We've responded to the Financial Ombudsman Service's consultation on charging claims management companies and other professional representatives.

New justice secretary: new opportunity for our justice system

The president of the Law Society of England and Wales, Nick Emmerson, congratulated the new justice secretary, Shabana Mahmood, on her appointment.

SRA business plan continues focus on D&I, technology and AML

We've responded to the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s (SRA) 2024/25 business plan and budget consultation.

Compensation Fund levy: serious concerns about proposed rise

We have serious concerns about the impact the proposed rise to the Compensation Fund levy could have on the sector, especially small firms and sole...

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.

Civil legal aid providers at breaking point

Civil legal aid work is loss-making for the majority of providers*, according to new research by the Law Society of England and Wales.

Brett Dixon elected as new Law Society deputy vice president

The Law Society Council has elected Brett Dixon as the new deputy vice president. Brett will take office in October 2024, will become vice president...

Public legal education

We support public legal education (PLE) to raise awareness of the law and help the public understand their rights. We’re involved in a number of...

Promoting our profession

Back our criminal justice campaign

Due to many years of underinvestment, our criminal justice system is crumbling. We’re calling on government to address the problems.

Law Society stands firm in its opposition to the SRA regulating CILEX members

Despite serious concerns, the Board of the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has agreed to regulate members of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX).

SRA consumer protection review: client accounts vital for legal services

Firms should continue to be able to operate client accounts, as they are vital for the effective delivery of many legal services.

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