Covid-19 resources – we can help
Reviewing files remotely—a checklist
Jacqui Johnson, a Law Society Lexcel Consultant and Assessor, looks at efficient ways to undertake file audits out of the office. She has been in private practice for over 15 years as a practice manager.
Working remotely and your Lexcel commitments
Paul McCluskey looks at meeting your Lexcel obligations when we are all still social distancing.
Recent features
FAQs - ways of working
Our Practice Advice team has put together some of their most frequently asked questions (and answers) on current compliance issues.
Technology and regulatory compliance
Kerry Beynon, Partner at RDP Law, looks at the role of technology in relation to regulatory compliance in a fast-changing world.
The economic crime levy - what to expect
The government announced in March their intention to introduce an economic crime levy on AML regulated businesses (including law firms) to contribute to the fight against economic crime. Rick Kent, our AML & Economic Crime Policy manager, takes a look at the plans.
SRA draft business plan 2020/2021— explained
Rebecca Atkinson, Director of Risk at Howard Kennedy, looks at the Solicitors’ Regulation Authority’s (SRA) Business Plan for 2020/21. Although subject to change following consultation, the current draft indicates the direction of travel for the SRA and the impact on the profession in terms of regulation.
The 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 ...
FAQs - ways of working
Our Practice Advice team has put together some of their most frequently asked questions (and answers) on current compliance issues.
Data protection and Brexit: What’s next?
Tim Hill looks at what happens with data protection should there be a no-deal Brexit.
Technology and regulatory compliance
Kerry Beynon, Partner at RDP Law, looks at the role of technology in relation to regulatory compliance in a fast-changing world.
PI insurance – market update
Brian Boehmer looks at the current state of the PII market and how you can prepare for renewal.
Brexit and practising rights
Anna Drozd and Betty-Ann Morain look at practice rights in the light of Brexit.
Ensuring compliance during lockdown
Rebecca Atkinson asks how we can remain compliant during this period of lockdown.
Solicitors charges – the Ombudsman’s view
The Legal Ombudsman explains its updated costs guidance.
Reforming legal services—the final Mayson Report
Marzena Lipman, regulatory policy advisor at the Law Society, provides an update on the final Mayson Report on Reforming Legal Services.
The Mayson Report – an update
Marzena Lipman summarises Stephen Mayson’s report on the regulation of legal services.
