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Confused? You should be, as LeO decides not to become ADR body
Friday, 11 December 2015In a further twist to an already complicated saga, the Legal Ombudsman has decided not to become a certified alternative dispute resolution body for the time being. Certification would double LeO’s deadline for complaints from six to 12 months.
Tags: ADR directive, Legal Ombudsman, OLC
Posted in Consumer panel, Latest news, Legal Ombudsman, Legal Services Act, Legal Services Board
Confusion over complaints and ADR to continue, consumer panel chair predicts
Wednesday, 30 September 2015Confusion over law firm complaints and the new European directive on alternative dispute resolution is set to continue, the chair of the legal services consumer panel has predicted. Elisabeth Davies said the panel was taken by surprise by the Legal Ombudsman’s change of heart on the issue.
Tags: ADR directive, Legal Ombudsman, Legal Services Consumer Panel
Posted in Consumer panel, Latest news, Legal Ombudsman, Legal Services Act
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Keeping the conversation going beyond Pride Month
As I reflect on all the celebrations of Pride Month 2024, I ask myself why there remains hesitancy amongst LGBTQ+ staff members about when it comes to being open about their identity in the workplace.
Third-party managed accounts: Your key questions answered
The Solicitors Regulation Authority has given strong indications that it is headed towards greater restrictions on law firms when it comes to handling client money.
Understanding vicarious trauma in the legal workplace
Vicarious trauma can happen to anyone who works with clients who have experienced trauma such as domestic or other violence, child abuse, sexual assault, torture or being a refugee.
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