Professional Conduct Flashcards
1
Q
Do law centres need to be authorised by SRA?
A
MUST be authorised by SRA if they provide reserved legal activities (irrespective of whether pro-bono)
If not authorised solicitors must still compy with CCS and have indemnity insurance
2
Q
When should you report concerns to the SRA?
A
Serious breach of SRA rules (e.g. misappropriation of client money) by a person regulated by SRA
(first go to COFA / COLP depending on nature of breach)