Law Society ‘will discuss SRA’s COLP and COFA proposals at AGM’
The Law Society of England and Wales has confirmed it will discuss Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) proposals for changes to compliance rules at its upcoming annual general meeting in October. The proposal to separate the roles of compliance officer for legal practice (COLP) and compliance officer for finance and administration (COFA) from individuals with decision-making […]
Almost 40% of UK adults ‘would pay more to resolve family disputes faster privately’
Two in five UK adults (38.9%) would pay a premium for private financial dispute resolution if it meant receiving a faster service or shorter waiting time, new research suggests. A survey of 1,000 UK adults, commissioned by law firm Mills & Reeve, found that a fifth (21%) of respondents would pay up to £250 more […]
Law Society Diversity Access Scheme awards 16 scholarships
The Law Society has awarded 16 scholarships as part of its Diversity Access Scheme (DAS). Open to aspiring solicitors seeking to complete the legal practice course (LPE) or the solicitors qualifying exam (SQE), the scheme aims to promote social mobility and increase diversity within the legal professional, helping with funding, accessing paid work experience opportunities […]
CTJ shares updates to disclosure of information protocol between family and criminal agencies
The Courts and Tribunals Judiciary has made amendments to the Disclosure of Information between Family and Criminal Agencies and Jurisdictions: 2024 Protocol A review of the 2024 protocol concluded that it was sound, following some amendments. Changes to the protocol include a frequently asked questions document being added, alongside amendments to annexes 1, 2 and […]