Features and Opinion
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Dealing with third-party delays
The Legal Ombudsman outlines its approach to third-party delays
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In praise of regulation
Chris Marston advocates embracing regulation and the protection it offers you and your clients
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Counting the cost
Tim Kidd explores the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s recent consultation on its proposed changes to the handling of client money
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Automating AML
Using technology to improve anti-money laundering processes isn’t just about efficiency – it’s about creating robust, future-proof compliance frameworks, says Katarina Pranjic
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Owning up to mistakes
Paul Bennett, Jonathon Bray and Alexis Hearnden discuss what to do when mistakes are made
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Bumps in the road
Douglas Russell and Sally Jones give their views on how law firms can overcome 2025’s economic and regulatory hurdles with confidence
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Challenging behaviour
Zoë Allen-Robinson looks at the regulator’s requirement for managers in law firms to challenge unfair behaviour
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Call of duty
Paul Bennett discusses new obligations around preventing sexual harassment in the workplace
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Watching brief
The number of complaints made to the Legal Ombudsman is on the rise. Diana Bentley investigates
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DUIs – a regulatory matter?
In recent actions by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), drink-driving offences have become significantly more costly for solicitors, serving as a stark reminder of the regulator’s expected standards around personal conduct
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For the record
Continuing competence is essential to providing high-quality legal services and maintaining public trust in the profession. Fiona Anthony shares the steps you can take to ensure you are satisfying the SRA’s requirement
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The powers that be
Automatic fines and fixed penalties for non-compliance are about to become the norm. Paul Bennett outlines the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s enforcement policy, and considers what it will mean in terms of risk management
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Running for cover
Jenny Screech provides an update on the current position for professional indemnity insurance ahead of this year’s renewal seasons
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Cyberattacks: Protecting your firm’s data
Following the recent cyberattacks at CTS, Lindsay Hill, CEO of Law Society partner Mitigo, asks how to protect your firm’s data when using a managed service provider
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Cyber insurance and the legal profession
As cyber fraud becomes increasingly prevalent, it’s vital that all firms take the necessary steps to protect themselves. Piers Winton, director at Paragon International Insurance Brokers, explains what action you should take
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Mind over matter
Kerry Slater reflects on the impact changes to SRA guidance will have on resilience, psychological safety, and the wellbeing of legal professionals
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Regulating behaviour
Jessica Clay and Lucinda Soon summarise how the SRA can regulate solicitors’ behaviour in and out of the workplace, and analyse in what circumstances they will choose to take action
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Freelance solicitors – new risk protections
With many solicitors now taking the freelance route to practice, Travelers Europe have developed an insurance product to mitigate their risk. Here, they outline how it works.