Solicitor's strike-off overturned as judge cites 'lack of clarity' at SDT
Mr Justice Martin Spencer says the sanction against Mark Lorrell was made on a ‘wrong or false basis’.
Overtime and an overpayer - SRA bans two more dishonest employees
Section 43 notices issued against non-solicitors from Oxford and Cardiff respectively.
Conveyancing regulator plans to allow third-party managed accounts
Proposal among several measures aimed at streamlining the handling of client money.
'No rationale' for 'patchy' protections under freelance solicitors, says watchdog
Consumer panel says SRA has gone back on its pledges to ensure clients would be properly protected.
Paid to persuade
For decades, government and public affairs practices in UK law firms trailed US-style lawyer-lobbyists. But with Brexit looming large they have been catching up, writes Marialuisa Taddia
Towards clarity on reporting obligations
Regulation and compliance
Lawyers know the dangers of unqualified advisers. Policy wonks don't
If regulating McKenzie friends is disastrous for the poor, the ‘do nothing’ alternative is worse.
Tackling money laundering: making sure firms are doing their job
If we don’t successfully address the problem, the social, economic and security consequences can be devastating.
Cold comfort for beleaguered junior lawyers
Junior Lawyers Division wanted answers on how regulator protects juniors, but the SRA's response provides little in the way of assurance.
Mind your language
Criticism of the Legal Services Board stems from its poorly worded objectives.
