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Why we intervened in Churchill v Merthyr Tydfil

Before taking a claim to court, parties will need to actively consider alternate dispute resolution options. Discover why we intervened in the case of Churchill...

Leasehold reforms a step in the right direction but more work to be done

While the Law Society broadly supports the measures introduced in the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill there is still work to be done.

Solicitor suspended for ‘inept’ failure to prevent fraud

Peter Rodd considers a case where a solicitor found themselves in the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT). Breaches of the SRA Principles were alleged, involving failing...

CILEX consultation on enhancing consumer trust and confidence – Law Society response

Proposals from CILEX to be regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) are seriously misguided and fail to consider the wider regulatory context.

Ban on 'no-fault' evictions may be in vain if government fails to invest in legal aid

While we welcome efforts to ban 'no-fault' divorce and reform the rental market, it is critical to invest in legal aid so that renters can...

‘Off-the-shelf’ AML policies put firms and clients at risk

The SRA’s 2022/23 anti-money laundering (AML) report warns of the risks posed by common AML issues. Find out what steps you can take to comply...

Slow response to a scam: avoiding a complaint to the Legal Ombudsman

Cybercrime is on the increase. Jason Chapman and Anjali Mouelhi explore a real case where the victim of a scam complained to the Legal Ombudsman...

Risky business: firm received record fine for anti-money laundering failings

Amy Bell considers a real case where a firm received the largest ever fine by the SRA for lacking sufficient anti-money laundering (AML) controls, including...

Save the date? Solicitor was struck off for instructing trainee to alter documents

Michelle Garlick considers a case where a solicitor found themselves in the SDT for alleged breaches of the SRA Principles, involving instructing a trainee to...

What a nuisance: the impact of Fearn v Tate Gallery on future nuisance claims

On 1 February, the Supreme Court controversially held the Tate Modern's public viewing platform constitutes a legal nuisance. Kate Andrews explores what the decision means...

Green leases: what are they and how do you draft them?

Green leases are one way both landlords and tenants can reduce the environmental impact of property. Georgia Jones outlines the key issues.

Over £300m denied to suspected criminals by suspicious activity reports

In 2021/22, over £300m was denied to suspected criminals by suspicious activity reports (SARs). Do you know how to report a client or third party? See...

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