‘Gold plated’ money laundering plans threaten new burden on firms (LSG)
‘Gold plated’ regulations transposing the EU’s fourth money laundering directive into UK law threaten to impose unnecessary burdens on law firms, the Law Society has told the government.
LeO keen on bringing unregulated providers within its remit (LF)
The Legal Ombudsman (has pledged to avoid pursuing an “expansionist” strategy when considering extending its jurisdiction, but nevertheless welcomed the Competition and Markets Authority’s (suggestion that it could handle complaints […]
Election could kill probate fee ‘tax’ (LSG)
Controversial probate fee rises could be another casualty of the snap general election in June, it has emerged.
LSB to lead push for “minimum disclosures” by law firms on price and service (LF)
The Legal Services Board has said it expects frontline regulators to introduce compulsory “minimum disclosures” by law firms on price, service, redress and regulatory status.
SRA attacks “disproportionate and unnecessary” money laundering regulations (LF)
New anti-money laundering regulations planned by the Treasury would impose “disproportionate and unnecessary” burdens on law firms, the Solicitors Regulation Authority has warned.
Landmark moment as buyers and sellers exchange contracts using e-signatures – a first in UK conveyancing? (PIE)
Buyers and sellers have exchanged contracts on a house using electronic signatures.
First-ever electronic e-signature exchange of contracts (EAT)
The first ever electronic e-signature exchange of contracts for a residential property transaction in the UK has been completed this month, it has been revealed.
Fraudster jailed for “audacious string of crimes” (TC)
A woman who fraudulently gained over £700,000 by abusing her position as a solicitor has recently been jailed.
New system sees insurers refer 26 law firms to SRA over fraud fears (LF)
Insurance companies have referred 26 law firms to the Solicitors Regulation Authority in recent months through a new process that aims to “better facilitate exchange of information” between the regulator and the […]
More problems with rights of way (TC)
This case clearly shows what a complex area of law this is and that the usual rules must not be followed unthinkingly.
Don’t sneer at solicitors for not publishing prices (LSG)
Providing a quote for legal fees is like asking a mechanic to quote for a car repair without lifting the bonnet. They may be able to guess what the problem […]
Nuns accused of fraudulent misrepresentation in planning row (LSG)
Roman Catholic nuns are facing allegations that they fraudulently profited by up £31m from a residential development, after the High Court yesterday granted permission for an action against them to […]