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SRA Regulated

SRA Compliance Statement

1. Regulatory Status

ADL Solicitors Ltd (referred to as “the Firm”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is a legal practice authorized and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) having main offices in St Swithins Lane, off Cannon Street, London EC4N 8AL and a satellite office at 14 Stafford Place, Westminster, London SW1E 6NP

As an authorized entity, we are required to comply with all relevant rules, codes, and guidance issued by the SRA, which can be accessed on the SRA website at www.sra.org.uk.

2. Commitment to SRA Principles

We are committed to operating in accordance with the core SRA Principles, which dictate that we must act:

  1. In a way that upholds the constitutional principle of the rule of law, and the proper administration of justice.
  2. In a way that upholds public trust and confidence in the solicitors’ profession and in legal services provided by authorized persons.
  3. With independence.
  4. With honesty.
  5. With integrity.
  6. In a way that encourages equality, diversity, and inclusion.
  7. In the best interests of each client.

3. Professional Standards & Governance

All solicitors, fee earners, and support staff employed by the Firm are bound to uphold the SRA Code of Conduct for Solicitors, RELs and RFLs and the SRA Code of Conduct for Firms.

To ensure effective governance, oversight, and compliance:

  • Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP): [Name of COLP] is responsible for overseeing our legal practice operations, risk management procedures, and regulatory compliance.
  • Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration (COFA): [Name of COFA] oversees our financial operations to ensure strict adherence to the SRA Accounts Rules.

4. Protection of Client Assets & Money Handling

We take the security of client funds seriously. We comply strictly with the SRA Accounts Rules to ensure that:

  • Client funds are held in designated, regulated client accounts separate from the Firm’s operational money.
  • Money held on behalf of clients is safeguarded and accounted for accurately and transparently at all times.

5. Client Care and Complaints Procedure

We strive to provide high-quality, transparent, and client-focused legal services. If at any point you are dissatisfied with our service or a invoice, you have the right to complain.

  • Complaints Handling: We maintain a formal written Complaints Procedure, a copy of which is available upon request or via our website.
  • Legal Ombudsman: If you remain unsatisfied with our response to a complaint after our internal process has concluded, you may have the right to refer your complaint to the Legal Ombudsman.
  • SRA Reports: If your concern relates to a breach of SRA rules or professional misconduct, you can report the matter directly to the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

6. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in all our professional relationships and working practices. We do not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or victimisation on any grounds, including protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. We regularly collect, monitor, and publish diversity data as required by the SRA.

7. Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & Financial Crime

The Firm strictly complies with the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations and related UK legislation. We conduct mandatory identity verification checks (Know Your Customer / KYC) and source of funds verification before acting on instructions.

8. SRA Digital Badge

In accordance with SRA transparency requirements, we display the official SRA Digital Badge in the footer of ur website. This interactive badge allows clients and visitors to verify our authorized status directly with the regulator.