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Compliance with money laundering obligations is one of the greatest challenges for solicitors in the UK today. The Law Society is committed to assisting solicitors meet those obligations and provide a robust defence against money launderers attempting to abuse our professional services.

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Law Society AML training

The Law Society has a full programme of anti-money laundering training around England and Wales planned for the rest of 2009.

• AML 1.01 in July and August
• AML in practice and advanced AML in October and November

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• Training
• Consultations
• MLRO groups
• AML Services
• Legislation
• Publications
• Case Law
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E-mail updates

Subscribe to AML Update to stay up to date with AML developments in the UK and around the world. AML Update replaces Gatekeeper.
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Read previous editions of Gatekeeper

Practice notes

Anti-money laundering practice note
Mortgage fraud practice note

Client guide

Money laundering procedures

Anti-money laundering directory

Solicitors needing legal advice on anti-money laundering (AML) compliance can access an online directory of solicitors who practise in this area and are willing to be contacted by other solicitors seeking legal advice.
View the online directory

Practice Advice Service

The Practice Advice Service can assist solicitors with navigating the new practice note and respond to general queries on AML compliance. It does not provide legal advice or advice on conduct issues, nor does it advise on compliance with the 2003 regulations.

Read FAQs about anti-money laundering

SRA Professional Ethics Helpline

The Solicitors Regulation Authority still provides assistance with conduct issues relating to money laundering.
Professional Ethics Helpline