This is not a drill – it really is time to embrace the transparency rules
We are close to four years on from the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s introduction of rules on transparency and it has announced it will be checking all firms’ websites in 2022.
What does it take to be a legal technologist?
After a seemingly slow start a decade ago, there has been an explosion of investment, awareness and new job opportunities in legal technology.
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.
