News and Articles
SRA Scam alert search - keeping you informed of cybercrime
The SRA (Solicitor’s Regulatory Authority) publishes a ‘scam alert service’ to warn you about people who call themselves solicitors, but are not.
HM Courts and Tribunals Service may consider publishing opening risk assessments
Courts and Tribunals are currently classified as key services and thus continue to operate during this period of lockdown. However, they need to be safe and demonstrate how they work to protect court users.
Lawyers 'should be last resort for separating families'
New Report calls for family breakdown to be moved away from court or family ‘justice’ response.
Tougher line on excessive solicitor costs
Move to curb solicitors giving instructions to sign off a bill with higher hourly rates than the retainer would allow.
Rapid research report highlights difficulties and strengths in remote family court systems
A recent survey commissioned to investigate the remote family court system brought into place in light of the pandemic, found that the overwhelming majority of legal professionals believe the courts are working more smoothly. Some reported benefits to working remotely, for both clients and themselves.