by Yasmin Robinson | Mar 7, 2022 | News
A former manager and partner with London firm Mishcon de Reya has been personally sanctioned for his part in anti-money laundering failings. A Solicitors Regulation Authority notice published today states that Michael Nouril, currently a non-practising solicitor, had... 
by Yasmin Robinson | Feb 24, 2022 | News
In the wake of the UK Government imposing sanctions on Russia, the SRA is reminding law firms of the importance of their role in ensuring all measures and restrictions are complied with. All SRA-regulated firms must have appropriate policies in place to ensure they... 
by Yasmin Robinson | Jan 13, 2022 | News
The SRA has published new guidance to help firms understand their obligations and how to comply with them. The guidance aims to explain what the SRA’s Standards and Regulations require when acting for clients who are buying leasehold properties and to avoid... 
by Yasmin Robinson | Jan 6, 2022 | News
High profile London firm Mishcon de Reya has agreed to pay £232,500 – one of the biggest fines ever imposed by the regulator – over several breaches relating to money laundering rules. The firm admitted failing to secure adequate due diligence on four related clients... 
by Yasmin Robinson | Dec 2, 2021 | News
The SRA has published some helpful guidance for new Money Laundering Compliance Officers (MLCOs) and Money Laundering Reporting Officers (MLROs) covering the requirements and duties of the two roles as set out in the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer...
