SRA ‘will profile law firms’ to identify warning signs of collapse

The Solicitors Regulation Authority will profile law firms to help identify those at risk of collapse, chief executive Sarah Rapson (pictured) has said. Speaking to the Law Society Gazette this week, Rapson said the SRA will prioritise proactive action and “getting ahead of the risks” in the wake of high-profile failures at Axiom Ince, SSB […]
Without notice Part III applications must be rare and ‘exceptional’, Family Court reiterates

The Family Court has emphasised without notice Part III applications for leave should not be listed without notice “unless there is an exceptional reason”. The recap on procedure was included in the judgment of Mr Justice Peel, sitting in the Family Court at the Royal Courts of Justice, following an application under s13 of Part […]
Profile: Honor Giles, partner, Maguire Family Law

Honor Giles is a partner at Maguire Family Law. In addition to her practice as a solicitor, Honor also works as a mediator, having undertaken mediation training with Resolution in 2020. She has specialised in family law since she qualified as a solicitor and has extensive experience in advising clients in relation to divorce, financial […]