Risky business
Although the Solicitors Regulation Authority has backed away from sweeping changes to client accounts, it is still considering alternatives to protecting client money. Sean Hankin and Liz Bond explain
Why Mazur matters
The recent Mazur judgment represents a significant turning point in the practical interpretation of how law firms conduct litigation. Paul Bennett, who acted in the case, outlines the issues and challenges ahead
Devil in the detail
Amy Wren proposes eight practical steps you can take to ensure compliance with the new Employment Rights Act
Too many hats?
Samantha Bray outlines why law firms may need to rethink compliance roles
On thin ice
Failing to properly return client monies is in breach of the SRA Accounts Rules and can lead to regulatory action. Andrew Blatt explains the potential issues associated with residual balances – and what firms can do to clear them
Executive regulation
Matthew Edwards considers proposals for the Solicitors Regulation Authority to take over the regulation of legal executives
Work in progress
Amy Wren looks at what the Employment Rights Bill means for employers