News – Page 87
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NewsSRA backs compulsory publication of prices
Regulator U-turns in response to recommendations of competition watchdog.
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NewsRetired solicitor ends career after historic breach of client confidentiality
Stephen Chittenden removes himself from the roll after SRA probes his actions in 1980s murder investigation.
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NewsSRA chooses three firms for key legal adviser role
Appointments follow 'comprehensive procurement process', regulator says.
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NewsSRA to canvass public over conveyancing experience
Former clients will be asked about access, choice, quality and cost.
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NewsAccountants get green light for full legal services offering
Two applications from Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales recommended for approval by oversight regulator.
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NewsCollapsed firm consultant transferred client data for new job
Peter Aldis said he was not aware of the protocol for transfer of data obtained in 'chaotic circumstances'.
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NewsFirms to face fee hike to cover SRA scam payouts
Regulator says more reports coming in of rogue firms lending credibility to fraudulent schemes.
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NewsBSB says no to cab rank rule for public access
Regulator suggests that clients would try to invoke the rule for cases with little merit.
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NewsSRA aware of stresses from 'compliance culture' burden
Regulator says simplification partly designed to make compliance easier for solicitors.
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NewsSRA to cap profits made by super-exam provider
Tender document sets out standards and controls expected from the regulator for new qualification.
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NewsBar to ask for data on remuneration for public access work
Barristers could be required to reveal more about their practice under proposals outlined by the regulator.
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NewsSRA relaxes rules on client account and where solicitors can practise
Law Society warns ‘baffling’ deregulatory agenda could sweep away consumer protections.
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NewsPublic access barrister suspended for second time in a month
Oliver White finds himself at bar tribunal for third time.
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NewsReport firms making fraudulent holiday claims - claimant group
Members 'sick of law firms that are happy to take on claims knowing that they are fake'.
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NewsSociety calls for SQE clarity as new consultation opens
Regulations on implementing super exam suggest part of the training regime could be taken at organisations with no qualified solicitors.
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NewsSRA refuses to budge over private board meetings
'We are not hiding anything away', chief executive tells journalists.
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NewsCompensation fund payments to cover solicitor failings drop 42%
SRA reveals that replacing misappropriated legacies is biggest drain on fund.
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NewsBar rolls out shared parental leave scheme
New plans will allow both carers of a child to take a year out of work - including six months free of chambers rent
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NewsCobbetts collapse: eight to face tribunal over alleged incompetence
SRA announces referrals following investigations after 2013 takeover of Manchester firm.
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NewsDisgruntled clients offered live chats with ombudsman
’We’re here for them online as well as just a phone call or email away’ says legal watchdog.