A comprehensive new handbook guides solicitors through the rules and regulations that govern their profession. Authors Andrew Hopper QC and Gregory Treverton-Jones QC explain why lawyers need it more than ever. Click on the link below to read the full article published in the Gazette.

www.lawgazette.co.uk/features/the-solicitor-s-handbook-2008

A report published by the Ministry of Justice's claims management regulator suggests that solicitors rather than claims management companies are reposible for for breaches in personal injury referral arrangements. Click on the link below for the full article published in the Gazette.

www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/regulator-solicitors-flouting-referral-rules-0

Greg Treverton-Jones QC claims time taken to conduct investigations is a "scandal". Click on the link below to read the full article in the Gazette.

 www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/barrister-puts-sra-dock

TCP has learnt that the SRA's Practice Standards Unit is now making specific checks to see if firms are complying with the Money Laundering Regulations 2007. The new regulations require firms to provide training for staff on money laundering and terrorist financing issues. They also require firms to have procedures in place to counter these threats.

If your firm has not yet set up an anti money laundering policy then please contact us to see how we can help. TCP can provide a bespoke policy immediately.

If you do have a policy but are not certain if it is fully compliant with the new regulations, TCP can review it and advise of any required amendments.

If your staff have not yet recieved training on money laundering and terrorist financing issues, TCP can provide it at your office. The course can be tailored to suit the specific needs of your firm and qualifies for CPD hours. Please click on the Training for Solicitors link on the left for full details of the course content.

An article by Peter Williamson, Chairman of the board of the SRA, about "unethical behaviour". Click on the link below for the full article published in the Gazette.

www.lawgazette.co.uk/features/trust-and-false-profits-0