Cybersecurity Best Practices Under SRA Guidelines
Safeguarding Sensitive Client Data In the era of digital transactions and communications, cybersecurity has become paramount for law firms across England and Wales. As guardians of highly sensitive…
SRA Warns Solicitors to Verify Who They Are Acting For
Rule 8.1 of the Solicitor’s Code (with an equivalent provision in 7.1 of the Firm’s Code) states that: ‘You identify who you are acting for in relation to any matter’ In an increasingly complex legal…
Maintaining Compliance & Supervisory Oversight
The Importance of File Audits In the ever-evolving landscape of legal practice, maintaining compliance with SRA regulations and ensuring best practices is paramount. For regulated solicitors in…