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SRA worried about firms over-reliant on client account interest

The SRA will ask next week whether it is ever right for solicitors to retain interest received on client account money, saying it is worried that some firms rely on it to stay solvent.

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Unapologetic SRA dismisses Axiom Ince report as “opinion”

The leaders of the SRA yesterday refused to apologise to the profession about the Axiom Ince collapse as they dismissed the report criticising its actions as just opinion.

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Strong results for law firms despite high inflation

Four out of 10 law firms increased revenues above inflation in the last financial year, while 89% expect revenue to go up in the current year, research has found.

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Top IP law firm settles claim alleging years of overcharging

The claim that IP law firm Marks & Clerk overcharged thousands of small businesses by operating a ‘secret commissions’ scheme has been settled with payments but no admission of liability.

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The new sexual harassment law: first among equals?

If there is a case for enhancing compensation for sexual harassment cases, then surely there is an equally strong case for enhancing compensation for other forms of harassment?


Harnessing legal frameworks to drive decarbonisation

Lawyers have a unique and pivotal role in the global push toward decarbonisation. They are stepping up to help organisations integrate sustainability into everyday operations.


The SRA – an unprecedented crisis of confidence

Be in no doubt that yesterday marked the deepest crisis that the Solicitors Regulation Authority has ever faced. It needs to show humility and accountability.