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SRA Authorisation: Law Firm Structure Changes Explained

SRA Authorisation: Law Firm Structure Changes Explained

Notification Requirements, Ownership Changes and Regulatory Approval under the SRA Framework

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Description

The Solicitors Regulation Authority UK is proposing important changes to its SRA authorisation and notification requirements for firms undergoing changes to their law firm structure. Whether your firm is planning a sale, acquisition or merger, early engagement under the evolving SRA framework will be critical. The regulator increasingly expects advance notification of structural and ownership changes, and failure to comply with the relevant SRA rules may result in delay, scrutiny or enforcement risk under the applicable SRA rule provisions.

This webinar explores the development of the SRA’s approach to structural change and examines current authorisation requirements within modern compliance law practice. It considers how notification obligations may evolve, the regulatory touchpoints firms must be aware of, including annual renewal and mid-year notifications, and how firms should properly notify the regulator of structural or management movements. The session also examines what may trigger further engagement from the Solicitors Regulation Authority UK, and how firms can proactively manage regulatory queries.

Delivered as part of our structured SRA training, regulatory compliance training, and specialist compliance training courses, this session forms part of our broader programme of courses in compliance, legal CPD courses, and online courses in law. Ideal for professionals seeking practical SRA CPD, training in compliance, and authoritative legal training, this webinar provides accessible, expert guidance through a flexible law course online format designed for modern law firms.

Key Takeaways

- Understand the SRA’s current authorisation requirements for structural and ownership changes
- Identify when advance notification to the regulator is required
- Analyse proposed reforms to SRA notification and approval processes
- Recognise regulatory touchpoints including annual renewal and mid-year notifications
- Assess risks that may prompt further SRA enquiries
- Strengthen governance and compliance systems during mergers, sales and acquisitions

What you'll learn

To explain the SRA’s current and proposed authorisation requirements for law firm structural changes.
To clarify notification obligations during sales, purchases and mergers.
To identify regulatory touchpoints that require proactive engagement with the SRA.
To equip firms with practical strategies to manage regulatory risk during ownership and management transitions.

Requirements

Watch the recorded webinar and review any supporting documentation provided.

Who is the target audience?

This course is designed for law firm partners, compliance officers (COLPs and COFAs), practice managers, directors and legal professionals seeking up-to-date SRA compliance CPD and regulatory compliance training.

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Katie Jackson

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Katie Jackson is a consultant specialising in law firm compliance and regulation. A former Inspector for the Council for Licensed Conveyancers, Katie led and managed inspections of some of the largest conveyancing practices in the country. Prior to working for the CLC, Katie spent a number of years working in various inspection and policy roles for the Solicitors Regulation Authority, and Legal Services Commission.

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