S.R.A. CONSULTATION ALERT

08/05/08

Standards for solicitor higher courts advocates and outline proposals for a new accreditation scheme

The SRA is reviewing the compulsory qualification requirements to enable solicitors to exercise rights of audience before the higher courts of England and Wales.

They have developed proposals for

• changes to the Solicitors’ Code of Conduct 2007, and

• the operation of a new accreditation scheme for solicitors who wish to obtain SRA recognition of their higher courts advocacy competence.

They are seeking the views of stakeholder groups and individuals about these proposals.

To participate or to find out more, please visit http://www.consultations.sra.org.uk

or contact

Michael Barstow
Education and Training Policy
Solicitors Regulation Authority
Telephone: 0870 606 2555 ext 3215
Fax: 01527 500018
Email: michael.barstow@sra.org.uk
Web site: www.sra.org.uk