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 ReadingThe Dorset Law Society’s response to the SRA’s Consultation on the Budget and Business Plan 2025-26
Dorset Law Society gave its response to the SRA’s Consultation on its Budget and Business Plan 2025-26. The SRA proposes to spend a great deal more investigation and enforcement from […]
Continue ReadingLegal Services Board -Orders actions after £60m client money loss at Axiom Ince
Update from the president of the Dorset Law Society – 29th May 2025 Section 32 Directions The Legal Services Board, exercising its powers under section 32 of the Legal Services […]
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