Misconduct matters
As the Solicitors Regulation Authority remains focused on issues of sexual misconduct, Susanna Heley outlines how firms can ensure they are navigating this tricky area correctly
Under the spotlight
The Legal Ombudsman outlines its approach to providing compensation for the emotional effects caused by a failing in service
Risky business
Although the Solicitors Regulation Authority has backed away from sweeping changes to client accounts, it is still considering alternatives to protecting client money. Sean Hankin and Liz Bond explain
Devil in the detail
Amy Wren proposes eight practical steps you can take to ensure compliance with the new Employment Rights Act
Too many hats?
Samantha Bray outlines why law firms may need to rethink compliance roles
On thin ice
Failing to properly return client monies is in breach of the SRA Accounts Rules and can lead to regulatory action. Andrew Blatt explains the potential issues associated with residual balances – and what firms can do to clear them
Executive regulation
Matthew Edwards considers proposals for the Solicitors Regulation Authority to take over the regulation of legal executives