Why your firm should improve its source of funds and wealth processes
Tackling financial crime places a considerable burden of risk and compliance on conveyancers. But, while this can be frustrating, the need to combat the issues related to money laundering cannot be overstated
Compulsory mediation – an opportunity for small claims triage?
The government’s consultation on compulsory mediation closed yesterday. The proposals are based around having mandatory mediation for all defended small claims in the county court.
Solicitors Qualifying Examination – one year on and what’s next
It is a year since the introduction of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination – the biggest change in legal education for three decades. Much has gone well, but there are areas for improvement.
Partner misconduct allegations – getting the investigation right
In recent years, there has been a marked change in the approach taken by law firms to allegations of partner misconduct. You need to avoid knee-jerk decisions that could compromise the investigation.
Wake up to The Great British Property Scam
Unlawful property investment schemes have now failed in huge numbers across the UK. At one point, even burial plots were being sold unlawfully to unwitting investors.
