Beal Cooper Compliance Ltd
13.03.25
How to promote a compliance culture
Approximately £1.55million. That’s the total value of fines issued by the SRA from July 2022 until August 2024, according to its Professional Standards Annual Report published in December 2024.
But, it's not only necessary to protect from SRA fines!
18.03.25
Unlocking excellence with Lexcel
In today’s competitive landscape of legal services, standing out is crucial.
Lexcel, the Law Society's legal practice quality mark for client care, compliance and practice management, offers Solicitors’ firms a powerful way to enhance their operations and reputation.
Here’s why your firm should consider Lexcel accreditation...
15.04.25
Importance of audit trails in compliance
My experience tells me that most firms are putting into practice the requirements for compliance, but it regularly falls down the 'to do' list. It's absolutely necessary and doesn't have to be time consuming or difficult.
02.06.25
Breach Reports: What, when, and how?
The SRA’s Standards and Regulations (STaRs) set out the behaviour and standards expected of Solicitors and firms, and also place obligations on individuals and firms to make a report to the SRA when there is a reasonable belief that the STaRs have been breached.
01.07.25
How are good management and great compliance linked?
Compliance is what allows law firms to run smoothly and with integrity. It’s the foundation for a reputable and profitable business. Good management is essential for embedding and supporting compliance.
07.10.25
What does good complaints handling look like?
Complaints against law firms are increasing and law firms must demonstrate effective management of them. What does that mean, and how can the process be productive?
04.11.25
Support for compliance roles
Compliance roles within firms - COLPs, COFAs and MLROs/MLCOs - have enormous responsibility and, in smaller firms, have to carry out the functions alongside management and client work. I've pulled together some simple suggestions for how managers and employees of law firms can offer support.
28.01.26
Do you love file reviews?
Not many people do, but they are often misunderstood! Done well, they can be essential in demonstrating effective supervision, managing risk, and proving firms consider whether their processes and policies are embedded in practice. In this article, I give some hints about effective file reviews.