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Solicitor struck off for 'misusing clients' cash

Practitioner used client funds to prop up ailing firm

A solicitor…

has been struck off the roll for stealing a pair of sunglasses.

Use OFR to your advantage

Parading your firm's compliance to the market will justify charging a premium for your services, argues Viv Williams

SRA to decide on 'appropriate action' amid concerns over 'Harry Potter' solicitor

Advocate's online CV called into question as organisations deny his involvement and membership

SRA takes robust stance on anti-money laundering compliance

Regulator to ensure solicitors report suspicious transactions to appropriate authorities

'Where were the lawyers in the financial crisis?' asks Stephen Mayson

Says lawyers should protect and promote the public interest

New proposals will see companies prosecuted for fraud and money laundering

Lawyers warned they face investigation for 'enabling' organised crime

Intake risk: Accepting new instructions on a contingency fee basis

Contingent litigation is a risky business, says John Cahill. He discusses how his firm determines whether a new instruction should be accepted