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Would your AML practices make the SRA 'raise an eyebrow'?

Roger Sahota asks whether solicitors in the property sector are taking their risk and compliance obligations seriously enough

Banks may see rise in unfair and constructive dismissal claims

Senior staff predicted to demand indemnities for regulatory issues that predate their employment

Lord Harley to face Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal

'Harry Potter' solicitor to face as yet undisclosed allegations by the SRA

How can solicitors keep client money secure?

Follow the SRA Accounts Rules and put in place strong controls and record-keeping practices to reduce the risk of mistakes and misappropriation, advises Samantha Mason

Preparing for changes to the SRA Accounts Rules

Reporting accountants should be able to take a more robust and proportionate approach to qualifying reports, using their professional judgement, explains Susanna Heley

Relaxing health and safety laws

Zahra Nanji recaps the SARAH legislation, recommendations to exempt some self-employed persons from health and safety laws, and new guidance for construction sites

SRA training proposals mean less-advantaged students will lose out

Two-year training contract is 'about right' for entry to solicitor profession, argues Law Society

A new Legal Services Act?

Michael Gove may find he runs into considerable opposition - particularly from the Law Society - if he follows proposals for the reform of legal regulation, says Stuart Bushell