John Gould

Senior Partner, Russell-Cooke LLP

30 Mar 2023

SJ Interview: John Gould

In this interview, John Gould talks us through changes in the regulatory world and his experiences, his thoughts on 'individualism' in the legal profession and what this phenomenon means for the profession's future.

8 Sept 2015

The future of conduct, codes, and culpability

Lawyers must also acknowledge the influences of the Legal Services Act when evaluating their conduct, rather than just their own regulatory code, explains John Gould

19 Aug 2015

The price we pay for the Legal Services Act

With government reform on the way, John Gould assesses the impact ABSs and a finance-inspired compliance approach have had on the industry

20 Aug 2014

Who really believes that the cheque is in the post?

Failing to pay your debts when they are due may get you into regulatory difficulties, says John Gould

22 Jul 2014

Softly, softly, catchee monkey

Patience, concern and good intentions should underpin dealings with regulators, says John Gould

24 Jun 2014

Supervisors must live up to their title and accept responsibility

Even if you are honest, a dishonest partner or employee could sink your career and ruin your practice, says John Gould

27 May 2014

Follow the leader is no game in management

An authoritarian style can be as dangerous as a consensual manner, but the hallmark of a truly great leader is trust, says John Gould

29 Apr 2014

If in doubt, ask, then ask again

Ignorance can be as dangerous for solicitors as dishonest and deliberate participation in money laundering, says John Gould

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