Conflicts of Interest - SRA Requirements & How to Avoid Disciplinary Action

Introduction

It is an essential regulatory and professional duty to be able to identify a conflict of interest and respond correctly.

The wrong response can have disciplinary consequences for the individual concerned, and may also bring their supervisor and law firm managers to the attention of the SRA.

This new virtual classroom seminar is ideal for anyone working in a law firm who needs to understand and manage the risks associated with conflicts of interest.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive session will cover the following:

• The SRA’s regulatory framework
• The SRA’s definition of own interest and client conflicts
• Breaking down the SRA’s requirements - the meaning of significant, what’s a related matter, what outcomes must be achieved
• Considering the use of exceptions and limited retainers to act when a conflict is identified between clients
• Common misunderstandings
• Risk management strategies
• Confidentiality and disclosure conflicts
• Examples of SRA disciplinary action

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.