SRA under pressure as reports about solicitors spiral upwards – Legal Futures
The number of reports about solicitors received by the regulator has risen by more than a quarter this year and is set to have a significant impact on its performance.…
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SRA to keep hands off client account interest – for now – Legal Futures
The Solicitors Regulation Authority has put work on any changes to client account – and the interest solicitors earn on it – on hold until the second half of 2026.…
Law Society of Scotland delays ABS work for another two years – Legal Futures
The Law Society of Scotland has announced a two-year delay in work to introduce alternative business structures – which will take the wait since they were first given the green…
City firm wins appeal over NQ solicitor’s commission payment – Legal Futures
A City law firm has won its appeal against an employment tribunal decision that it pay a newly qualified solicitor nearly £8,000 in commission he said he was owed. The…
Osprey Approach Build Better Habits series returns to help future-proof law firms – Legal Futures
Independent legal software provider Osprey Approach is delighted to announce the return of its Build Better Habits webinar series, which is designed to help SME law firms establish the fundamental mindsets…
Alarm over High Court “bomb” on conduct of litigation – Legal Futures
Last week’s High Court ruling on unqualified fee-earners conducting litigation will cause “nationwide disruption”, with firms urged to review their approach to supervision. The post Alarm over High Court “bomb”…
Legal Ombudsman findings lead to shorter sentence for drug dealer – Legal Futures
The Court of Appeal has reduced a drug dealer’s sentence after the Legal Ombudsman found that his solicitors had provided inadequate advice on his guilty plea. The post Legal Ombudsman…
Biggest law firms lead way in using – and showing they use – AI – Legal Futures
New research has highlighted the importance of using artificial intelligence – and being seen to use it – among the largest law firms. The post Biggest law firms lead way…
From 83,000 PDFs to one smart workspace: Enquiries made simple, clear, and compliant – Legal Futures
For conveyancers across the UK, enquiries remain the most frustrating stage of a property transaction. Too often they are irrelevant, non-compliant, or duplicated. The post From 83,000 PDFs to one…
“Bank of England has chosen to prioritise stability over stimulus” – Legal Futures
In response to the Bank of England’s decision to hold interest rates at 4% Andrew Lloyd, Managing Director at Search Acumen, comments. The post “Bank of England has chosen to…
Reaching underserved communities to tackle inequality – Legal Futures
A recent report highlighted the critical role of trusted intermediaries. It provides “fresh evidence to inform early intervention and public legal education strategies”. The post Reaching underserved communities to tackle…
Exclusive: Solicitor launches AI-only employment law business – Legal Futures
An employment law service powered entirely by artificial intelligence goes live today, offering consumers both legal advice and representation. The post Exclusive: Solicitor launches AI-only employment law business appeared first…
SRA could ban ‘no win, no fee’ label in volume claims shake-up – Legal Futures
A ban on using the term ‘no win, no fee’ and enhanced oversight of law firms are among ideas put forward by the SRA to make the high-volume consumer claims…
“Tough winter ahead for conveyancers,” research warns – Legal Futures
Conveyancers are set to experience a “sharp decline” in transaction volumes this year amid further consolidation in the market, new research has shown. The post “Tough winter ahead for conveyancers,”…
Upfront payments would filter out weak class actions, says think tank – Legal Futures
Litigation funders should have to purchase a small percentage of class actions before they are certified as part of efforts to improve the system, a think tank has recommended. The…