Anti-money laundering resources – we can help
LSAG AML guidance - what you need to know
Rick Kent, anti-money laundering policy manager, looks at the key changes introduced by the revised anti-money laundering guidance for the legal sector.
AML audits - what to expect
At our annual AML conference, anti-money laundering was very much on the SRA’s agenda for 2020. Here’s what you can expect.
Money Laundering Regulations 2020 (OnDemand)
This webinar provides an overview of the new money laundering regulations and their impact on your firm.
Webinar series: Anti-money laundering guidance (January–March 2021)
With the launch of the revised anti-money laundering (AML) guidance, the Law Society is hosting a series of free webinars to cover guidance and best practice.
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Taking mobile risks
With remote/hybrid working becoming the norm, Rebecca Atkinson, Director of Risk at Howard Kennedy, outlines the risks when staff are using mobile apps in client communications.
File closures
Efficient file archiving is always relevant but may now be under severe pressure during successive pandemic lockdowns. Fiona du Feu looks at the compliance implications for actively managing file closures.
Back to the office?
Peter Scott and Paul Browne provide a ‘how to’ guide to tailoring your return to work in a way that works for you and your firm’s compliance.
Tax changes and your employees
Important employment changes are being introduced in April 2021. Gordon Thrower looks at what firms need to know to prepare.
LSAG AML guidance - what you need to know
Rick Kent, anti-money laundering policy manager, looks at the key changes introduced by the revised anti-money laundering guidance for the legal sector.
FAQs - ways of working
Our Practice Advice team has put together some of their most frequently asked questions (and answers) on current compliance issues.
Taking mobile risks
With remote/hybrid working becoming the norm, Rebecca Atkinson, Director of Risk at Howard Kennedy, outlines the risks when staff are using mobile apps in client communications.
Dubious investment schemes: too good to be true?
Rina Amin, risk and compliance solicitor at Howard Kennedy, shares tips on how to spot a dubious investment scheme.
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.
The SRA’s cybersecurity thematic review—6 things you should know
Mitigo highlights six things to consider in light of the SRA’s thematic review on cyber security
Price and service transparency - revisited
In May 2020 the SRA commissioned an evaluation of their Transparency Rules. Janet Noble looks at how the findings can benefit firms.
File closures
Efficient file archiving is always relevant but may now be under severe pressure during successive pandemic lockdowns. Fiona du Feu looks at the compliance implications for actively managing file closures.
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.
