Professional ethics features
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.
8 ways to make use of your member benefits
Beaulah Ince, Risk and Compliance Assistant at the Law Society, provides top tips for getting the most from your membership.
SDT case update: sexual misconduct
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.
Social media – the pitfalls for law firms
Christopher McCormick looks at how firms can avoid the risks of social media.
SDT cases update
Nigel West, partner at RadcliffesLeBrasseur, provides an update on recent Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal cases.
Owning up to mistakes - what’s the right thing to do?
Top tips on how to remedy mistakes when they are made.
Case report – the test for dishonesty
Nigel West reports on an important Supreme Court decision that has changed the test for dishonesty in disciplinary proceedings.
Beware offensive communications - here’s why
Mena Ruparel considers the SRA’s new warning notice and how your ethics should inform your communications.
Ethical training for your staff
James Woolf outlines the Law Society’s free interactive ethics training for members.
New member benefit - Legal Compliance magazine
From July 2019 your membership will include the quarterly Legal Compliance magazine. Now featuring a fresh new look, the magazine provides up-to-date, practical information on every aspect of legal compliance.
Existing members will be posted the July edition of the magazine, and from the autumn all content will also be accessible online to members.
Benefits of Membership*
Designed specifically for COLPs, COFAs and MLROs, your package includes:
- a monthly Risk and Compliance e-newsletter
- unlimited access to all the content on our website including news and jobs.
- access to the Law Society’s 'Safe Harbour' initiative
- four free webinars
- inclusive podcasts on current compliance topics
- subscription to the quarterly Legal Compliance magazine
- 20% discount on relevant Law Society publications, conferences and seminars
* See Service terms and conditions
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