The rules prevent firm owners from also acting as compliance officers. The rules were due to be phased in from January 2027. Many small firms say that the rules would […]
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The Legal Ombudsman (LeO) has published new research examining how artificial intelligence (AI) is influencing the way consumers engage with complaints and redress processes. The report, AI and complaints: removing […]
Continue ReadingReflecting on the Conclusion of the Mazur Case: A Dorset Perspective
With the Mazur case now concluded, the Dorset Law Society welcomes the clarity it brings to an issue that has prompted considerable discussion across our profession. The Court of Appeal’s […]
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In collaboration with Beale & Co, who offer support to Paragon’s LawSelect clients when claims or circumstances arise, we are pleased to share this article which discusses mitigating risks with […]
Continue ReadingDorset Law Society Response to the Consultation on the proposed Interest on Lawyers’ Client Accounts Scheme
Response to the Consultation on the proposed Interest on Lawyers’ Client Accounts Scheme This is the response of the Dorset Law Society (Society) to the Ministry of Justice’s consultation with […]
Continue ReadingGovernment proposals to confiscate client account interest
Raid on client accounts will hit high street law firms hard and increase fees, warns the Law Society The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) will put high street law firms at […]
Continue ReadingMazur Update: Should Law Firms Self-Report to the SRA? December 2025 Guidance
Mazur & Stuart v. Charles Russell Speechlys LLP – The Current Position By Regulation and Compliance Office There have been a number of developments since we last wrote an article […]
Continue ReadingSRA Consultation for Client Money in Legal Services – City Lawyers attack the SRA’s ‘instinct to overregulate’
The Dorset Law Society extend their thanks to all of the firms and individuals who responded to the SRA’s consultation for Client Money in Legal Services. We submitted a response […]
Continue ReadingResponsible and Ethical Adoption of Artificial Intelligence within the Legal Sector
The rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies has introduced new possibilities and challenges for the legal profession. The Law Society has published guidance to its members for the responsible […]
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