Practical Tips and Personal Reflections from premium Barrister Marc Beaumont at No 8 Chambers who is the lead Counsel for representing Solicitors at SRA tribunals.

This seminar will cover

Recent topical observations

What happens if you are called to the Tribunal?

Engage fully and promptly.

Do not make admissions.

Careful skilled and strong response.

Never be your own advocate

First steps ; Rule 5 statement

96 % conviction rate at SDT

The Bolton Principle

Suspension

Strike off

Papers

Prosecution bias

Disclosure and Defence Preparation

Evidence in chief

Charge sheet ( rule 5 )

Procedure (civil trial)

Criminal standard of proof

Legal Service Board

Unlimited fines

Interim and final rulings

Judgements

Conduct unbefitting

Breaches of codes

Dishonesty findings

Costs awards

Baxendale Walker v Law Society

Acquittal and costs

Appeal

Odds stacked against Solicitor

Advice "Be very careful"

You can contact Marc Beaumont via his clerks

[email protected]