Our latest annual report shows that we have increased regulatory action against firms in a bid to drive compliance and make sure the profession is tackling the risk of money laundering.

An independent report into the overrepresentation of Black, Asian and minority ethnic solicitors in the early stages of our enforcement process has found a complex issue with no single or simple ...

We treat your character and suitability to be a solicitor as seriously as your knowledge and skills. If you do not meet our requirements for character and suitability we will not admit you as a ...

The following is a list of Participating Insurers for the 2024/25 Indemnity Period. Most Participating Insurers prefer to be contacted by broker only, this has been reflected in the list. If you are ...

Our rules aim to uphold high professional standards. We insist that solicitors and firms in England and Wales report serious breaches of our rules to us. But we also need the public, clients and ...

You can only qualify through this route if you meet our transitional requirements. If you do not, you will need to take the SQE. Institutions authorised to provide the Legal Practice Course are listed ...

Our round up highlights the latest high-risk scams for both members of the public and solicitors. We want to help people make well-informed choices about using legal services. As well as supporting ...

Under SQE candidates have greater flexibility to choose training that best suits their own circumstances. We no longer prescribe which courses candidates should take. Other than a requirement to pass ...

Aspiring solicitors can qualify through a solicitor apprenticeship in England. All apprentices must pass the SQE and meet our suitability requirements to qualify as a solicitor. Solicitor ...

This page contains links to a range of information, guidance and wider supporting materials which will to help law firms and solicitors to understand your money laundering obligations and stay ...