All Risk and Compliance articles – Page 12
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FeatureCOVID-19 – survival steps for law firms
Peter Scott, Paul Browne and Karl Wingfield look at how to manage cash flow during these stressful times.
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FeatureThe Mayson Report – an update
Marzena Lipman summarises Stephen Mayson’s report on the regulation of legal services.
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VideosCoronavirus (COVID-19) – some preliminary risk advice
Paul Bennett of Bennett Briegel talks us through the need for business continuity.
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FeatureSTARs and in-house practice – the key changes
Bronwen Still shares her tips for in-house lawyers coping with the requirements of the SRA Standards and Regulations.
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NewsClosure of the Solicitors’ Indemnity Fund
The Solicitors’ Indemnity Fund will close on 30 September 2020. This may leave former principles of law firms liable for future claims. Make sure you’re prepared.
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FeatureThe 5th AML Directive - are you compliant?
The 5th Anti-money Laundering Directive came into force in January, but it seems as though many organisations - law firms included - are lagging behind in their compliance. Dalbir Sahota of Accuity explains what changes and requirements the directive introduces, and what you need to do now to keep in ...
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VideosAML audits - what you need to know and how to be prepared
Pearl talks to Rebecca Atkinson about how Howard Kennedy LLP dealt with their recent visit from the SRA.
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VideosHow to charge what you’re worth
Pearl talks to Vanessa Ugatti about knowing your value as a firm and how to charge what you’re worth
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FeatureReaching for the STARs
Frank Maher outlines an action plan for COLPs and risk directors responsible for implementing the new SRA Standards and Regulations (STARs)
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OpinionRisk assessments – are you ready?
A cut-and-paste approach to risk assessments is not the way to address specific issues faced by your firm, says Pearl Moses
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FeatureLaw firms – #metoo?
Peter Scott and Polly Rodway consider your regulatory obligations in the face of bullying and harassment allegations
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FeatureRise above
Eleanor Evans looks at managing the risks involved in probate and estate administration
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FeatureA question of ethics
Rebecca Atkinson road-tests some ethical issues which may arise in your firm and highlights what you should be considering in similar scenarios
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Feature10 steps to stop fraud
Anti-money laundering is very much on the radar for the Solicitors Regulation Authority in 2020. Amy Bell recommends a focus on 10 key things to protect your firm
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VideosNew accounts rules - How is it for you so far? (OnDemand)
This webinar considers the latest SRA guidance on dealing with client money.
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VideosBe cybersecure this Christmas
Pearl talks to Peter Wright about how to keep your firm safe from festive hackers and cyberattacks this holiday season.
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VideosWebinar: Sexual misconduct in law firms (5 March 2020)
This webinar gives practitioners a blueprint for handling complaints of sexual misconduct in the workplace.
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EventWebinar: SRA Standards and Regulations - your obligations in managing risk (OnDemand)
The authors of the Solicitors Handbook 2019 bring you up-to-date on your obligations in managing risk
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VideosWebinar: Dubious investment schemes (OnDemand)
This webinar looks at the steps you should take and policies you should implement to avoid involvement in dubious investment schemes.