This article explains, with reference to the Legal Services Act 2007 and leading cases, what non-regulated legal consultants can lawfully do—and why threats of criminal liability for unreserved activities are unfounded.
Written by John Barwell
Written by John Barwell
Written by John Barwell
The UK judiciary’s latest AI guidance demands strict verification, confidentiality, and personal accountability for all AI-assisted legal work.
Written by John Barwell
This investigative report, led by Fatimat Delisa Abimbola, exposes the SRA’s systemic bias against BAME solicitors and the urgent need for regulatory reform.
Written by John Barwell
SRA faces judicial review over alleged regulatory failures and calls for reform.
Written by John Barwell
The SRA’s handling of Axiom Ince reveals regulatory failures and troubling double standards in accountability.
Written by John Barwell
The enduring partnership between Capsticks Solicitors LLP and the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) highlights systemic failures in transparency, accountability, and ethical oversight, undermining public trust in the legal profession.
Written by John Barwell
The SRA’s bid to join Pragnesh Modhwadia’s bankruptcy as a creditor highlights its shocking failure to prevent Axiom Ince’s collapse.
Written by John Barwell
Former SRA board member Tony Williams calls for resignations over the Axiom Ince affair, citing systemic accountability failures.
Written by John Barwell
I’ve always been fascinated by the intricate workings of the legal profession and the delicate balance law firms must maintain to uphold justice and integrity. Recently, a scenario caught my attention that highlights the profound impact of being labelled as “vexatious.” Traditionally, this term has been associated with individuals who misuse the legal system to […]
Written by John Barwell
Navigating the legal system as a litigant in person (LiP) can be a mentally exhausting and daunting endeavour. This article delves into the systemic power imbalances, regulatory failures, and profound psychological impacts experienced by those without legal representation, advocating for essential reforms to ensure fairness and support for all individuals in their pursuit of justice.