All Risk and Compliance articles
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FeatureA matter of trust – forging relationships through people management
Paul Bennett considers the importance of establishing strong and trusting relationships through people management
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FeatureWeight of responsibility
In light of the SRA’s recent thematic review of compliance officers, Liz Bond and Jonathon Bray consider how firms can support their compliance officers to meet regulatory requirements
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FeatureDirection of travel
Recent law firm failures, the rising cost of regulation, higher payments to the compensation fund and client account reform mean the SRA is seeking a reset. Cary Whitmarsh considers what the direction of travel might look like for the regulator
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FeatureAdvice for advisers
Tax advisers are now required to register with HMRC. Nick Paterno explains why the new registration rules affect most law firms, and what your firm needs to do to comply
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FeatureHandling complaints
Robert Bond outlines new requirements for handling complaints involving data protection
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FeatureFit for purpose?
David Pett asks if a principles-based SRA Code of Conduct reflects the increasingly investigatory approach of the regulator
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FeatureAML update
Baljeet Harley outlines the changes to the anti-money laundering regulations and provides an overview of what firms should do to comply with the amendments
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FeatureCompetence checks
Melissa Hardee provides an update on the SRA’s continuing competence requirements
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FeatureBehind enemy lines
In the first of two articles, Matthew Edwards considers common scenarios where an opponent’s error can raise conflicting compliance obligations and provides guidance on how regulated individuals can deal with them
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EventInnovation versus compliance: managing AI risk in legal practice (Tues 29 September 2026, Online)
Book your place now FREE for Leadership and Management and Risk and Compliance Section members Registration for this event will close at 11.59pm on 28 September 2026.
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FeatureTax adviser registration: does it apply to your firm?
Kayleigh Smale explains how the UK government’s tax adviser registration could affect your firm
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FeatureWhy law firms should invest in a cyber incident response simulation
Cyber resilience requires firms to have a proven and workable incident response plan that gives them the best chance to survive and recover from a serious cyber breach. This article is aimed at senior leadership teams and those involved in managing risk and compliance rather than IT providers for firms
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VideosWebinar: SRA Accounts Rules: key requirements for managing client money
If your law firm receives or deals with money belonging to clients, it’s essential that you follow the SRA Accounts Rules. Join this online event to stay up to date with the latest developments and learn how to avoid common mistakes made by law firms.
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FeatureComplaints in the age of AI: a survival guide
Sophie Cisler outlines how to deal with AI-generated complaints
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VideosWebinar: Staying compliant - Regulatory updates for property solicitors
Property practitioners are operating in a high-value, high-risk and heavily scrutinised regulatory environment. This webinar covers essential updates that will help you stay informed, reduce risk and embed best practice.
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FeatureCause for complaint
Complaints against solicitors are apparently on the rise. Paul Wightman examines if and why this is the case and outlines how good practice can help
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FeatureDare to defy
Is it ever right to defy authority and refuse to play by the rules? Andy Donovan explores the case for ethical defiance and principled dissent
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FeatureEthical matters
With regulatory penalties becoming more frequent, Nigel West considers two high-profile disciplinary cases involving property practitioners
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FeatureIntelligent life?
As developments in artificial intelligence gather pace, Jessica Clay and Sam Binymin outline the most important changes and examine what they mean for law firms and lawyers navigating the risk and compliance landscape
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FeaturePortion of interest
Eloise Butterworth considers controversial government plans to divert interest from law firms’ client accounts to the Ministry of Justice budget