The focus on how UK businesses interact with those connected to certain countries and organisations – and the Government’s sanctions regime – has increased since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. There have been a number of changes to the regime, so the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has published guidance to help law firms in England…
Solicitors Regulation Authority of England and Wales warns about involvement in SLAPPs
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has issued a warning notice to the 200,000 solicitors it regulates about the use of abusive litigation aimed at silencing legitimate critics Known as strategic lawsuits against public participation (SLAPPs), these continue to be of concern for both the SRA and the public. It has therefore produced a warning notice…