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Receiving contact from the SRA about a potential investigation is unsettling for any solicitor or law firm. The process is unfamiliar, the stakes are significant, and the SRA’s communications can be difficult to interpret without prior experience of regulatory proceedings. This guide explains how the SRA investigation process works in practice, from the initial trigger…
The solicitors accounts rules sit at the heart of how SRA-regulated law firms handle client money. Get them right and the firm protects its clients, its reputation and its authorisation. Get them wrong and the consequences range from an accountant’s qualified report to a full SRA investigation. This guide sets out what the rules require,…
For many firms, an SRA audit is not simply an administrative review. It can expose weaknesses in compliance systems, AML procedures, file management, client due diligence, supervision, governance and risk controls that may already exist within the practice. The Solicitors Regulation Authority continues to publish warning notices, regulatory updates and enforcement outcomes which make one…
Choosing a business name is one of the most exciting parts of launching a company. It is also one of the easiest stages to get legally wrong. Before investing in logos, websites, packaging, marketing, social media handles and printed materials, founders should understand the basic rules around trademark registration UK protection. A recent UK Supreme…
Turning an idea into a company is exciting, but the legal setup matters. Founders often know the product, the market and the opportunity, but they do not always know how to start a limited company in a way that protects ownership, contracts, intellectual property and future growth. Recent Financial Times coverage of UK companies and…
Over the past 12 months, one thing I have found myself thinking about and something that is very apparent is how quickly the UAE continues to evolve commercially, particularly Dubai’s position as a regional and international business hub. Working across both the UK and UAE legal and commercial markets, I regularly speak with businesses looking…
Starting a business UK founders can grow with confidence is about more than registering a company name. It means choosing the right structure, protecting relationships, putting contracts in place, and avoiding legal gaps that can become expensive later. Recent coverage on the BBC News Business page continues to show how challenging the UK business environment…
In today’s economic climate, UK businesses are facing increasing uncertainty. Rising operational costs, shifting market conditions, and evolving commercial relationships mean that legal risk is no longer something that can be addressed after the fact. Commercial legal advice has become a critical part of how businesses operate, grow, and protect themselves. It is no longer…
International trade between the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates and other global markets has grown rapidly in recent years. Businesses now operate across borders more frequently than ever before, entering into complex commercial agreements with partners, investors and suppliers located in different jurisdictions. However, with international business growth comes an unavoidable reality: disputes. Cross-border…
Relocating to Dubai in 2026 is an exciting prospect. With tax efficiency, global connectivity and a dynamic business environment, the UAE continues to attract professionals, entrepreneurs and families from the UK. However, relocating is not simply about booking flights and securing accommodation. The difference between a smooth transition and a stressful one often lies in…
Most contract disputes don’t happen because a business acted in bad faith. They happen because something wasn’t properly thought through before signing. UK businesses often focus on price, scope, and timelines — while quietly skimming past clauses that only matter when things go wrong. And by the time those clauses matter, it’s usually too late…
For British nationals and other expatriates living in Dubai, estate planning has never been more important. The UAE has introduced significant legal reforms in recent years, modernising aspects of family law and inheritance rules. However, confusion remains around how these changes affect non-Muslim residents, and whether existing wills remain effective. This is where DIFC Wills…
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