The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) secures Legal Services Board (LSB) approval for a significant fee increase.The contribution to the compensation fund rises by 270% to mitigate…
A City law firm, Candey Limited, has been cleared of misconduct allegations related to anti-money laundering checks.The Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal ruled in favour of Candey, stating…
Birmingham Law Society (BLS) has voiced strong objections to the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s (SRA) proposed fining guidelines, criticising their “Robin Hood” approach.BLS asserts that fines should…
The SRA Board has decided to extend Anna Bradley’s chairmanship by two years.Initially, a search for her successor began in April with an annual pay offer…
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has barred a barrister convicted of rape from working in regulated law firms.Robin Edward Jacobs, an education law specialist, was convicted…
An East London law firm has been fined for not complying with anti-money laundering (AML) rules, highlighting ongoing regulatory concerns.The firm, Edell Jones & Lessers, agreed…
A family lawyer has been convicted for sending a malicious text to his ex-partner. This action led to regulatory repercussions by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA).Matthew…
The turmoil continues for former SSB Law clients as cavity wall insulation claims are transferred yet again, now to Hugh James.JMR Solicitors provided clients with only…
Three solicitors are set to face the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT) following a Daily Mail investigation.The investigation alleged that solicitors aided a reporter in fabricating stories…
Two solicitors face rebukes for professional misconduct, impacting public trust.Karen Margaret Wishart failed to competently advise a divorce client, leading to cost orders.Paul Stephen Hirst delayed…
