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The SRA has withdrawn proposed complaints-handling rule changes after the LSB signalled it was not ready to approve them.
Complaints remain a regulatory focus – transparency and consistency still matter.
What firms need to know:
www.legalfutures.co.uk/latest-news/...
Complaints remain a regulatory focus – transparency and consistency still matter.
What firms need to know:
www.legalfutures.co.uk/latest-news/...
February 6, 2026 at 11:10 AM
The SRA has withdrawn proposed complaints-handling rule changes after the LSB signalled it was not ready to approve them.
Complaints remain a regulatory focus – transparency and consistency still matter.
What firms need to know:
www.legalfutures.co.uk/latest-news/...
Complaints remain a regulatory focus – transparency and consistency still matter.
What firms need to know:
www.legalfutures.co.uk/latest-news/...
The Divisional Court has issued a clear warning on AI misuse – false authorities risk the administration of justice. Regulators agree: firms need strong governance.
Our AI policy supports safe, compliant use. Available now:
legal-eye.co.uk/legal-sector...
Our AI policy supports safe, compliant use. Available now:
legal-eye.co.uk/legal-sector...
February 4, 2026 at 6:10 PM
The Divisional Court has issued a clear warning on AI misuse – false authorities risk the administration of justice. Regulators agree: firms need strong governance.
Our AI policy supports safe, compliant use. Available now:
legal-eye.co.uk/legal-sector...
Our AI policy supports safe, compliant use. Available now:
legal-eye.co.uk/legal-sector...
Legal Eye is exhibiting at the Law Society Risk & Compliance Conference 2026 – the flagship event for legal risk and compliance professionals.
Meet the team on 11 March to discuss audits, training and file reviews. In person or online:
www.lawsociety.org.uk/events/produ...
Meet the team on 11 March to discuss audits, training and file reviews. In person or online:
www.lawsociety.org.uk/events/produ...
Law Society Risk and Compliance Conference 2026
The Risk & Compliance Conference returns in 2026.Our flagship event returns in 2026, bringing together the latest thinking and industry experts in risk and compliance. Stay informed, connect with peers, and get ahead of the curve. Early bird registration is now open.
www.lawsociety.org.uk
February 2, 2026 at 7:30 AM
Legal Eye is exhibiting at the Law Society Risk & Compliance Conference 2026 – the flagship event for legal risk and compliance professionals.
Meet the team on 11 March to discuss audits, training and file reviews. In person or online:
www.lawsociety.org.uk/events/produ...
Meet the team on 11 March to discuss audits, training and file reviews. In person or online:
www.lawsociety.org.uk/events/produ...
An Oxford law firm has been fined £21,764 for long-running AML failures – from weak source of funds checks to missing risk assessments.
AML gaps rarely stay hidden, especially in conveyancing.
Read more: solicitornews.co.uk/sra-fines-ox...
AML gaps rarely stay hidden, especially in conveyancing.
Read more: solicitornews.co.uk/sra-fines-ox...
January 30, 2026 at 12:15 PM
An Oxford law firm has been fined £21,764 for long-running AML failures – from weak source of funds checks to missing risk assessments.
AML gaps rarely stay hidden, especially in conveyancing.
Read more: solicitornews.co.uk/sra-fines-ox...
AML gaps rarely stay hidden, especially in conveyancing.
Read more: solicitornews.co.uk/sra-fines-ox...
Just 2 weeks to go until the CA Conference 2026.
Legal Eye is proud to sponsor, with Managing Director Paul Saunders speaking on the panel – “What do consumers really think about conveyancing?”.
A panel on expectations, pain points and trust:
www.conveyancingassociation.org.uk/conveyancing...
Legal Eye is proud to sponsor, with Managing Director Paul Saunders speaking on the panel – “What do consumers really think about conveyancing?”.
A panel on expectations, pain points and trust:
www.conveyancingassociation.org.uk/conveyancing...
January 28, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Just 2 weeks to go until the CA Conference 2026.
Legal Eye is proud to sponsor, with Managing Director Paul Saunders speaking on the panel – “What do consumers really think about conveyancing?”.
A panel on expectations, pain points and trust:
www.conveyancingassociation.org.uk/conveyancing...
Legal Eye is proud to sponsor, with Managing Director Paul Saunders speaking on the panel – “What do consumers really think about conveyancing?”.
A panel on expectations, pain points and trust:
www.conveyancingassociation.org.uk/conveyancing...
Conveyancing remains a high-risk area for money laundering.
CLC-regulated firms face growing pressure to evidence strong AML compliance.
Our live, firm-only AML training is tailored to your risk profile and aligned with CLC rules:
📩 bestpractice@legal-eye.co.uk
☎️ 020 3051 2049
CLC-regulated firms face growing pressure to evidence strong AML compliance.
Our live, firm-only AML training is tailored to your risk profile and aligned with CLC rules:
📩 bestpractice@legal-eye.co.uk
☎️ 020 3051 2049
January 26, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Conveyancing remains a high-risk area for money laundering.
CLC-regulated firms face growing pressure to evidence strong AML compliance.
Our live, firm-only AML training is tailored to your risk profile and aligned with CLC rules:
📩 bestpractice@legal-eye.co.uk
☎️ 020 3051 2049
CLC-regulated firms face growing pressure to evidence strong AML compliance.
Our live, firm-only AML training is tailored to your risk profile and aligned with CLC rules:
📩 bestpractice@legal-eye.co.uk
☎️ 020 3051 2049
An SRA review finds many COLPs and COFAs feel undervalued, under-resourced and under strain – with stress, limited recognition and growing reliance on compliance roles.
A wider review is planned.
Full report:
www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/sra-rev...
A wider review is planned.
Full report:
www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/sra-rev...
January 23, 2026 at 7:50 AM
An SRA review finds many COLPs and COFAs feel undervalued, under-resourced and under strain – with stress, limited recognition and growing reliance on compliance roles.
A wider review is planned.
Full report:
www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/sra-rev...
A wider review is planned.
Full report:
www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/sra-rev...
File reviews draining time and resources? They don’t have to.
Book a file review trial day and see how independent reviews can support your COLP – with up to 20 files reviewed and clear findings on training needs and repeat errors.
Get in touch: bestpractice@legal-eye.co.uk
Book a file review trial day and see how independent reviews can support your COLP – with up to 20 files reviewed and clear findings on training needs and repeat errors.
Get in touch: bestpractice@legal-eye.co.uk
January 21, 2026 at 5:55 PM
File reviews draining time and resources? They don’t have to.
Book a file review trial day and see how independent reviews can support your COLP – with up to 20 files reviewed and clear findings on training needs and repeat errors.
Get in touch: bestpractice@legal-eye.co.uk
Book a file review trial day and see how independent reviews can support your COLP – with up to 20 files reviewed and clear findings on training needs and repeat errors.
Get in touch: bestpractice@legal-eye.co.uk
One month left to respond to the SRA’s consultation on strengthening protections for client money – a growing regulatory focus.
A risk-based approach is proposed, shaping future duties for COLPs, COFAs and firms.
Have your say: www.sra.org.uk/sra/consulta...
A risk-based approach is proposed, shaping future duties for COLPs, COFAs and firms.
Have your say: www.sra.org.uk/sra/consulta...
January 19, 2026 at 12:05 PM
One month left to respond to the SRA’s consultation on strengthening protections for client money – a growing regulatory focus.
A risk-based approach is proposed, shaping future duties for COLPs, COFAs and firms.
Have your say: www.sra.org.uk/sra/consulta...
A risk-based approach is proposed, shaping future duties for COLPs, COFAs and firms.
Have your say: www.sra.org.uk/sra/consulta...
When it comes to compliance, firms need to strike a balance between AML obligations and GDPR principles – detailed checks versus data minimisation.
Getting it wrong risks compliance issues in 2026. How aligned are your policies?
📩 bestpractice@legal-eye.co.uk
Getting it wrong risks compliance issues in 2026. How aligned are your policies?
📩 bestpractice@legal-eye.co.uk
January 16, 2026 at 8:00 AM
When it comes to compliance, firms need to strike a balance between AML obligations and GDPR principles – detailed checks versus data minimisation.
Getting it wrong risks compliance issues in 2026. How aligned are your policies?
📩 bestpractice@legal-eye.co.uk
Getting it wrong risks compliance issues in 2026. How aligned are your policies?
📩 bestpractice@legal-eye.co.uk
Legal Eye is sponsoring the CA Annual Conference 2026 – a key event for our sector.
The focus: consumer expectations, stakeholder needs and the role of AI in conveyancing.
See you there. www.conveyancingassociation.org.uk/conveyancing...
The focus: consumer expectations, stakeholder needs and the role of AI in conveyancing.
See you there. www.conveyancingassociation.org.uk/conveyancing...
January 14, 2026 at 6:10 PM
Legal Eye is sponsoring the CA Annual Conference 2026 – a key event for our sector.
The focus: consumer expectations, stakeholder needs and the role of AI in conveyancing.
See you there. www.conveyancingassociation.org.uk/conveyancing...
The focus: consumer expectations, stakeholder needs and the role of AI in conveyancing.
See you there. www.conveyancingassociation.org.uk/conveyancing...
Firms are under increasing pressure to demonstrate strong SoF and SoW controls – red flags can surface at any point and explanations must fit a client’s profile.
Firms need clear audit trails and risk assessments.
Full story: legal-eye.co.uk/legal/stayin...
Firms need clear audit trails and risk assessments.
Full story: legal-eye.co.uk/legal/stayin...
January 12, 2026 at 12:05 PM
Firms are under increasing pressure to demonstrate strong SoF and SoW controls – red flags can surface at any point and explanations must fit a client’s profile.
Firms need clear audit trails and risk assessments.
Full story: legal-eye.co.uk/legal/stayin...
Firms need clear audit trails and risk assessments.
Full story: legal-eye.co.uk/legal/stayin...
A High Court judgment shows the risks of unverified AI use in law firms – from fictitious case law to inaccurate citations.
Clear governance, defined supervision and a formal AI policy are now essential.
Learn more: legal-eye.co.uk/legal/legal-...
Clear governance, defined supervision and a formal AI policy are now essential.
Learn more: legal-eye.co.uk/legal/legal-...
January 9, 2026 at 8:05 AM
A High Court judgment shows the risks of unverified AI use in law firms – from fictitious case law to inaccurate citations.
Clear governance, defined supervision and a formal AI policy are now essential.
Learn more: legal-eye.co.uk/legal/legal-...
Clear governance, defined supervision and a formal AI policy are now essential.
Learn more: legal-eye.co.uk/legal/legal-...
As 2026 begins, regulatory change remains a priority for legal teams.
Our 2025 review shows how firms strengthened compliance under shifting AML supervision and rising scrutiny.
Read the key themes legal-eye.co.uk/legal/law-fi...
Our 2025 review shows how firms strengthened compliance under shifting AML supervision and rising scrutiny.
Read the key themes legal-eye.co.uk/legal/law-fi...
January 7, 2026 at 6:10 PM
As 2026 begins, regulatory change remains a priority for legal teams.
Our 2025 review shows how firms strengthened compliance under shifting AML supervision and rising scrutiny.
Read the key themes legal-eye.co.uk/legal/law-fi...
Our 2025 review shows how firms strengthened compliance under shifting AML supervision and rising scrutiny.
Read the key themes legal-eye.co.uk/legal/law-fi...
AML supervision is shifting from the SRA to the FCA – a change set to influence how legal teams manage risk and compliance.
A free webinar from Searches UK and Legal Eye outlines the key actions firms should take now.
Book now: www.searchesuk.co.uk/event/free-c...
A free webinar from Searches UK and Legal Eye outlines the key actions firms should take now.
Book now: www.searchesuk.co.uk/event/free-c...
January 5, 2026 at 11:55 AM
AML supervision is shifting from the SRA to the FCA – a change set to influence how legal teams manage risk and compliance.
A free webinar from Searches UK and Legal Eye outlines the key actions firms should take now.
Book now: www.searchesuk.co.uk/event/free-c...
A free webinar from Searches UK and Legal Eye outlines the key actions firms should take now.
Book now: www.searchesuk.co.uk/event/free-c...
Welcome to 2026 – a year of fresh opportunities and continued regulatory change. We’re ready to help firms plan ahead, strengthen compliance frameworks and prepare for what’s next in AML and risk management. Here’s to a positive year ahead.
January 1, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Welcome to 2026 – a year of fresh opportunities and continued regulatory change. We’re ready to help firms plan ahead, strengthen compliance frameworks and prepare for what’s next in AML and risk management. Here’s to a positive year ahead.
A sincere thank-you to the firms, partners and colleagues we’ve supported throughout 2025. It’s been a year of major regulatory change – and we value every collaboration.
December 23, 2025 at 12:15 PM
A sincere thank-you to the firms, partners and colleagues we’ve supported throughout 2025. It’s been a year of major regulatory change – and we value every collaboration.
Many firms are choosing independent reviews to check their compliance framework is fit for purpose.
Our one-day Gap Analysis offers a clear report and practical steps to strengthen controls.
Learn more: legal-eye.co.uk/legal-sector...
Our one-day Gap Analysis offers a clear report and practical steps to strengthen controls.
Learn more: legal-eye.co.uk/legal-sector...
December 18, 2025 at 7:50 AM
Many firms are choosing independent reviews to check their compliance framework is fit for purpose.
Our one-day Gap Analysis offers a clear report and practical steps to strengthen controls.
Learn more: legal-eye.co.uk/legal-sector...
Our one-day Gap Analysis offers a clear report and practical steps to strengthen controls.
Learn more: legal-eye.co.uk/legal-sector...
Three firms have been fined £43,000 for serious AML failings in conveyancing – a clear reminder that source of funds checks and CDD cannot be overlooked, even for long-standing clients.
Full story: todaysconveyancer.co.uk/sanctions-fi...
#Conveyancing #AML
Full story: todaysconveyancer.co.uk/sanctions-fi...
#Conveyancing #AML
December 17, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Three firms have been fined £43,000 for serious AML failings in conveyancing – a clear reminder that source of funds checks and CDD cannot be overlooked, even for long-standing clients.
Full story: todaysconveyancer.co.uk/sanctions-fi...
#Conveyancing #AML
Full story: todaysconveyancer.co.uk/sanctions-fi...
#Conveyancing #AML
Strengthening risk and compliance can be quick and affordable.
Legal Eye offers a full library of up-to-date policies and procedures – ideal for firms that need single documents or full bundles.
Explore the store: legal-eye.co.uk/legal-sector...
Legal Eye offers a full library of up-to-date policies and procedures – ideal for firms that need single documents or full bundles.
Explore the store: legal-eye.co.uk/legal-sector...
December 16, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Strengthening risk and compliance can be quick and affordable.
Legal Eye offers a full library of up-to-date policies and procedures – ideal for firms that need single documents or full bundles.
Explore the store: legal-eye.co.uk/legal-sector...
Legal Eye offers a full library of up-to-date policies and procedures – ideal for firms that need single documents or full bundles.
Explore the store: legal-eye.co.uk/legal-sector...
The SRA’s new review highlights ongoing gaps in SoF/SoW checks – from missing evidence to inadequate scrutiny of funds.
With the FCA set to take over AML supervision, firms need a clearer, stronger approach. Full story: www.legalfutures.co.uk/latest-news/...
With the FCA set to take over AML supervision, firms need a clearer, stronger approach. Full story: www.legalfutures.co.uk/latest-news/...
December 15, 2025 at 6:15 PM
The SRA’s new review highlights ongoing gaps in SoF/SoW checks – from missing evidence to inadequate scrutiny of funds.
With the FCA set to take over AML supervision, firms need a clearer, stronger approach. Full story: www.legalfutures.co.uk/latest-news/...
With the FCA set to take over AML supervision, firms need a clearer, stronger approach. Full story: www.legalfutures.co.uk/latest-news/...
HM Treasury’s consultation signals wider FCA powers for AML oversight – a clear shift in how firms will be assessed and held to account.
Now is the time to reinforce governance and update risk assessments.
Learn more: www.legalfutures.co.uk/latest-news/...
Now is the time to reinforce governance and update risk assessments.
Learn more: www.legalfutures.co.uk/latest-news/...
December 12, 2025 at 12:05 PM
HM Treasury’s consultation signals wider FCA powers for AML oversight – a clear shift in how firms will be assessed and held to account.
Now is the time to reinforce governance and update risk assessments.
Learn more: www.legalfutures.co.uk/latest-news/...
Now is the time to reinforce governance and update risk assessments.
Learn more: www.legalfutures.co.uk/latest-news/...
AI tools are part of daily legal work, but risks remain: accuracy, confidentiality and bias. Regulators expect strong governance.
Our AI policy offers clear guidance for safe and compliant use. £195 + VAT:
legal-eye.co.uk/legal-sector...
Our AI policy offers clear guidance for safe and compliant use. £195 + VAT:
legal-eye.co.uk/legal-sector...
December 10, 2025 at 6:05 PM
AI tools are part of daily legal work, but risks remain: accuracy, confidentiality and bias. Regulators expect strong governance.
Our AI policy offers clear guidance for safe and compliant use. £195 + VAT:
legal-eye.co.uk/legal-sector...
Our AI policy offers clear guidance for safe and compliant use. £195 + VAT:
legal-eye.co.uk/legal-sector...
Unsure whether your firm’s fraud-prevention framework meets ECCTA requirements?
We can review your policies, highlight vulnerabilities and help you align with the Failure to Prevent Fraud offence.
Act now:
legal-eye.co.uk/legal/firms-...
We can review your policies, highlight vulnerabilities and help you align with the Failure to Prevent Fraud offence.
Act now:
legal-eye.co.uk/legal/firms-...
December 9, 2025 at 8:20 AM
Unsure whether your firm’s fraud-prevention framework meets ECCTA requirements?
We can review your policies, highlight vulnerabilities and help you align with the Failure to Prevent Fraud offence.
Act now:
legal-eye.co.uk/legal/firms-...
We can review your policies, highlight vulnerabilities and help you align with the Failure to Prevent Fraud offence.
Act now:
legal-eye.co.uk/legal/firms-...
Mergers and acquisitions offer strong potential, but they also bring real regulatory and compliance risks.
Our Compliance Audit helps you spot gaps, benchmark practice and align with expectations.
You’ll get a clear report and next steps.
📩 bestpractice@legal-eye.co.uk
Our Compliance Audit helps you spot gaps, benchmark practice and align with expectations.
You’ll get a clear report and next steps.
📩 bestpractice@legal-eye.co.uk
December 8, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Mergers and acquisitions offer strong potential, but they also bring real regulatory and compliance risks.
Our Compliance Audit helps you spot gaps, benchmark practice and align with expectations.
You’ll get a clear report and next steps.
📩 bestpractice@legal-eye.co.uk
Our Compliance Audit helps you spot gaps, benchmark practice and align with expectations.
You’ll get a clear report and next steps.
📩 bestpractice@legal-eye.co.uk