Law Society President John Wotton predicts that barristers and solicitors will, in the future, increasingly work together in the same practices.
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January 2012
Law firms could face claims for overpaid legal aid
LSC win in recovery cases could see legal aid solicitors subject to more claims for refund of overpayment by Legal Services Commission
SRA issues PPI responsibilities reminder
SRA reminds solicitors of their responsibilities when canvassing for clients that want help with claiming for mis-sold payment protection insurance.
Bar Council and Bar Standards Board Publish ‘Bar Barometer’
Bar Council and the Bar Standards Board publish “Bar Barometer”, an annual report produced by the Research Department setting out statistical trends within the Bar.
Cloud computing guidance
Law Society of Scotland issues guidance for Scottish solicitors on the potential problems of cloud computing.
SRA to consult on minumum salary for trainees
After 30 years of operating a minimum salary for trainees, the SRA has decided to consult on whether there should in future be a minimum pay rates for trainees
Otterburn survey – continuing merger activity
Survey reveals continuing interest by solicitors firms in merger
Ministry of Justice launches triennial review
Ministry of Justice to review the Legal Services Board (LSB) and the Office for Legal Complaints (OLC) as part of triennial review process
Law Society urges social networking caution
Law Society warns solicitors to be cautious about adding a client on sites such as Facebook for fear of merging professional and personal lives leading to a breach of client confidentiality.
Law Society and SRA to move to Birmingham
SRA announces summer move to 57,000 sq ft offices in centre of Birmingham