Regulatory Defence and Disciplinary Support
Regulatory Defence and Disciplinary Support For Law Firms
A breach of the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Codes of Conduct, SRA Accounts Rules, or the wider Standard and Regulations, including SRA Guidance notes, can occur. Not all breaches are intentional, and their seriousness, along with the consequences, can vary.
Whether you are at the beginning of an internal investigation, responding to an investigation initiated by the SRA, or dealing with a matter that has already been referred to the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT), the Regulation and Compliance Office is available to support any firm or individual.
The appointment of an independent party often results in quicker resolutions. At the Regulation and Compliance Office (RACO), our regulatory defence specialists are ready to assist at any stage of the process.
If you have already been notified of an investigation, please contact us today on our emergency line at 0203 947 3690, and we can offer immediate guidance and support on the next steps.
Our Defence & Suport Services
We have a proven track record of delivering honest, pragmatic advice and building strategies that ensure any breach is managed correctly and the engagement with the SRA is controlled and measured. Whilst we cannot guarantee an outcome, we can help to prepare the case, the Firm, and the individual for any sanctions that may follow.
We provide tailored services that deal with the following:
- SRA Enquiries
- Self-Reporting – including for the SRA, ICO, CLC, CILEX
- Solicitor Disciplinary Tribunal Proceeding
- Regulatory Settlement Agreements
- Agreed Outcomes – Statements and Judgements
Scottish Law Firm?
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How can we help?
At RACO, we have extensive experience in regulatory defence and disciplinary procedure support for all SRA investigations and engagements. We can also help firms and individuals deal with rule or conduct breaches in relation to obligations set out by the Council for Licenced Conveyancers (CLC), the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX), and the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) regarding data breaches.
Regardless of the reason for engagement with the regulator, RACO has helped support multiple Law Firms and Individuals in addressing and overcoming issues.
Free Initial Enquiry
An initial enquiry is free and without obligation. We will provide you with a clear estimate of the expected costs, so you will be fully aware of our services and support fees. We will time record our work and ensure you are fully updated at every step. We appreciate that costs will be a concern and will aim to minimise them wherever possible.
Emergency Helpline
Call 0203 947 3690 if your matter is urgent or you have been notified of an investigation.
Contact Our Team
To ask any questions about the Regulation and Compliance Office and how we can support your Law Firm, please call us on 0203 985 8550, complete the online enquiry form below, or email us info@regulationandcomplianceoffice.co.uk