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Technology and regulatory compliance

2020-09-03T12:29:00+01:00By Kerry Beynon

Kerry Beynon, Partner at RDP Law, looks at the role of technology in relation to regulatory compliance in a fast-changing world.

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The economic crime levy - what to expect

2020-08-28T11:36:00+01:00By Rick Kent

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.

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SRA draft business plan 2020/2021— explained

2020-08-05T13:03:00+01:00By Rebecca Atkinson

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.

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8 ways to make use of your member benefits

2020-07-31T11:43:00+01:00By Beaulah Ince

Beaulah Ince, Risk and Compliance Assistant at the Law Society, provides top tips for getting the most from your membership.

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SDT case update: sexual misconduct

2020-07-22T15:09:00+01:00By Amanda Croxon

Amanda Croxon, risk and compliance solicitor at Howard Kennedy, asks if the SDT is making the right decisions in relation to allegations of sexual misconduct.

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Social media – the pitfalls for law firms

2019-10-25T13:55:00+01:00By Christopher McCormick

Christopher McCormick looks at how firms can avoid the risks of social media.

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SDT cases update

2019-08-23T12:37:00+01:00By Nigel West

Nigel West, partner at RadcliffesLeBrasseur, provides an update on recent Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal cases.

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Owning up to mistakes - what’s the right thing to do?

2018-06-05T16:07:00+01:00By Pearl Moses

Top tips on how to remedy mistakes when they are made.

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Case report – the test for dishonesty

2018-02-02T16:33:00+00:00

Nigel West reports on an important Supreme Court decision that has changed the test for dishonesty in disciplinary proceedings.

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Beware offensive communications - here’s why

2017-09-01T11:16:00+01:00

Mena Ruparel considers the SRA’s new warning notice and how your ethics should inform your communications.

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Ethical training for your staff

2017-02-08T10:49:00+00:00

James Woolf outlines the Law Society’s free interactive ethics training for members.

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