Ethics and Compliance

Articles

21 Nov 2024

AML: how law firms can best protect themselves from SRA money laundering fines

Harriet Holmes explains how law firms can reduce the likelihood of regulatory failures and avoid potentially costly fines

26 Aug 2024

CJEU upholds Country-of-Origin principle for online intermediaries

Nathan Smith and Anita Smith examine the CJEU's affirmation of the "country-of-origin" principle, alleviating regulatory burdens for online intermediaries across the EU

9 Aug 2024

The role of regulators in promoting EDI in the legal profession

John Barwick argues that while diversity initiatives in the legal sector have shown progress, systemic changes are still needed

15 Jan 2024

Navigating new frontiers in law firm risk management

Jessica Clay, Julie Norris and Lucinda Soon review transformations in risk management considerations in law firms

15 Nov 2023

Law Society backs AML Reform for effective financial crime prevention

The AML reforms are crucial for fighting financial crimes, says Simon Luke

11 Oct 2023

Sanctions: the risks of over-compliance

Unilateral sanctions can have harsh consequences on healthcare and human rights, says Angelika Hellweger

27 Sept 2023

A solicitor’s stance on EDI in the workplace

Chris Bishop discusses how he and his firm, Slater Heelis, have embraced EDI for the 250-strong team and the benefits this has had on the business

26 Sept 2023

B Corps: the future for law firms?

Dana Denis-Smith explains why she decided to pursue a B Corp certification for her firm