I’m representing a client privately in the Crown Court. Following my client’s instructions, I concluded that I’ve been professionally embarrassed and would like to withdraw from the case. Can I do ...

While the other required elements of the SQE can be completed in any order, candidates must complete the SQE1 assessments before they can sit the SQE2 assessments. SQE1 consists of two examinations of ...

Will you need to take SQE preparation courses? There are no preparatory courses required for the SQE. The SRA has said that a candidates’ education and training should give them the knowledge and ...

I’m acting in a civil litigation matter and have concerns about my client’s capacity. What should I do? It’s for you to decide whether a client has capacity to instruct you and whether you can accept ...

The Law Society is the independent professional body for solicitors. Our vision is to promote, protect and support solicitors, the rule of law and justice in England and Wales. Maximise your ...

The Law Society is the independent professional body for solicitors. Our vision is to promote, protect and support solicitors, the rule of law and justice in England and Wales. Maximise your ...

My client has agreed to settle a claim against them and pay the other side’s agreed legal costs. The opponent’s solicitors have sent me a note of their costs but it does not look like a proper ...

The Law Society is the independent professional body for solicitors. Our vision is to promote, protect and support solicitors, the rule of law and justice in England and Wales. Maximise your ...

Criminal legal aid: rate increase gives hope for the future ...