About Council for Licensed Conveyancers
We deliver effective regulation of specialist conveyancing and probate lawyers that protects consumers and fosters competition and innovation in the provision of legal services.
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We do so by setting entry standards and regulating providers to deliver high quality, accessible legal services.
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Our regulatory activities include:
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setting educational and training standards for entry to the profession
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issuing licences to practise to those qualified to provide conveyancing and probate services and to Alternative Business Structures
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maintaining a register of all licensed conveyancers and regulated bodies
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setting standards to regulate the professional practice, conduct and discipline of licensed conveyancers and regulated bodies
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setting standards to maintain adequate professional indemnity insurance and a compensation fund to protect consumers
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monitoring the work and conduct of regulated bodies
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providing guidance and advice to regulated bodies to maintain compliance with our regulatory requirements
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investigating allegations of misconduct and where appropriate taking disciplinary action and
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collaborating with key stakeholders in the legal services market to monitor and shape future policy
Our approach
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Our approach to regulation is proportionate, risk-based and outcomes-focused. Licence holders are required to demonstrate that they:
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Act with independence and integrity
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Maintain high standards of work
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Act in the best interest of clients
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Deal with regulators and ombudsmen in an open and cooperative way and
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Promote ease of access and service.
We have an exemplary record in regulation and we are committed to promoting the very highest standards in legal services.
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