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Save the date? Solicitor was struck off for instructing trainee to alter documents

Michelle Garlick considers a case where a solicitor found themselves in the SDT for alleged breaches of the SRA Principles, involving instructing a trainee to...

SRA Standards and Regulations: minor amendments – Law Society response

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has proposed minor amendments to the SRA Standards and Regulations. Find out what this means for you and your firm.

The cybercriminal ecosystem: evolution and extortion

The ecosystem in which cybercriminals operate is constantly changing, with cybercrime becoming ever-more sophisticated. Law Society partner Mitigo explores the risks.

SRA Board decides to secure SIF's future

The Solicitors Regulation Authority Board confirmed it will bring post six year run-off cover under its direct control, meaning’ clients can claim compensation if something...

Your AML questions answered

Our experienced team of solicitors answers your questions on common anti-money laundering (AML) compliance issues.

LSB looks to equality, diversity and inclusion

The Legal Services Board (LSB) business plan 2023/24 will continue to focus on equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in the profession.

Legal Services Board strategy and business plan 2023/24 – Law Society response

The Legal Services Board (LSB) has proposed its new strategy, business plan and budget for 2023/24. Find out what this means for solicitors.

Tell us what market access barriers you’re facing in Australia

The UK and Australia signed a new free trade agreement (FTA) on 16 December 2021. We want to hear about any challenges law firms have...

Witnessing signatures: solicitor struck off for false claim

Jessica Clay considers a case where a solicitor found themselves in the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT) for misconduct. Breaches of the SRA Principles were alleged,...

Over £300m denied to suspected criminals by suspicious activity reports

In 2021/22, over £300m was denied to suspected criminals by suspicious activity reports (SARs). Do you know how to report a client or third party? See...

Pro bono work in new areas of expertise

Volunteering in a new area of expertise is one of the great draws of pro bono work, but it comes with risks attached. Claire Butler...

SRA fines small firm £20,000 for AML breaches

A small firm has been fined £20,000 by the SRA for anti-money laundering (AML) compliance breaches. Find out what happened and how to avoid making...

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