by Yasmin Robinson | Aug 30, 2014 | News
In October 2014, rule 20.1(k) will be changing and all residual client balances of £500 or less will be dealt with by firms, having met the conditions set out in rule 20.2, without the prior authority of the SRA being sought. For those balances over £500 or not going... 
by Yasmin Robinson | Aug 8, 2014 | News
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is warning barristers and solicitors to keep personal information secure, especially paper files. This follows a number of data breaches reported to the ICO involving the legal profession. The ICO can serve a monetary... 
by Yasmin Robinson | Aug 3, 2014 | News
The Law Society has updated its practice note on mortgage fraud reflecting changes to the law and publications. The practice note highlights the warning signs of mortgage fraud and outlines how law firms can protect themselves and identify when a client may... 
