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Declaring prior conduct - why it really matters
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Whistleblowing
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Know when to cease acting
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Empowering consumers
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Diversity data: Unlocking better regulation
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LawtechUK launch their 2021 legal sandbox
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Regulation Matters explores a wide range of regulatory issues in a simple, accessible way. It’s the first stop for CILEx legal practitioners and consumers looking for guidance, exclusive features and videos.

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Becoming a CILEx Advocate

A guide to gaining Advocacy Rights including eligibility guidance.

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A guide to qualifying employment and work based learning

This webinar guide takes you through the Fellowship application process in relation to QE and WBL.

Case Studies

Our first firm to gain ABS status

“Becoming a CILEx Regulated ABS feels like a natural next step for our organisation and has given us the ability to extend our services." Find out how TI Law, our first ABS authorised firm will benefit.
Evie Elsbury tells us about her alternative route to success

To mark National Apprenticeship Week, Evie shares her experiences and reflections on being the first Chartered Legal Executive to qualify through the new apprenticeship standard route. The Chartered Legal Executive Apprenticeship Standard was approved for delivery in 2016.

Kim's journey - Kim Boylett from Boyletts Law

"Just over two months on and so far, this is the best decision I ever made." When Kim Boylett began her CILEx journey and as she progressed through her career, she had always wanted to run her own firm, but the time was never right. Then in 2020, when the covid-19 pandemic hit, she took the opportunity to realise her dream.

Why an ABS? Because good people, diverse skill sets and different backgrounds build capability and drive growth

Barbara Hamilton-Bruce, Head of Client Operations at Simmons Wavelength Limited, explores the real value of an ABS
A career in law: aspirations and achievements

Emma Johnson, Chartered Legal Executive Advocate, shares details of her CILEx distance-learning studies, Advocacy training, and what's next for her career...
Can legal professionals keep up with changing consumer demands?

Caroline Wallace, Strategy Director at the Legal Services Board, talks to Regulation Matters about consumer-facing issues and what will be expected of legal professionals and legal regulation of the future.

Changing the face of law

Chris Bones, Executive Chair of the CILEx Group, wants to change the face of law for the public and to ensure an accessible route into the profession. Discover his other plans and ambitions for the organisation.
Calling all aspiring legal practitioners!

There’s now a new way to achieve more from your Fellowship application. See how you can save money and gain independent Probate Practice Rights and Fellowship through ONE application.
Moving conveyancing into the 21st century

Eddie Goldsmith, chairman of the Conveyancing Association, discusses the Department for Communities and Local Government's recent Call for Evidence on improving the home buying and selling process in the UK.

Keeping your law firm safe from cyber attacks

John Kunzler, Senior Vice President of Financial and Professional Risks at insurance broker Marsh, talks to CILEx Regulation CEO Helen Whiteman about the latest cyber-security scams.

LinkedIn: From Links 2 Leads

Rachel Tombs, solicitor for 15 years and founder of legal-marketing and business-development consultancy Links2Leads, gives law firms the "dos and don'ts" for engaging with clients and consumers using social media.
Criminal Practice Rights: Getting you ready for trial

Sarah Phippen qualified as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives in 2012. She discusses the CILEx Regulation's Criminal Practice Rights Course with Regulation Matters.

LawCare: You are not alone

LawCare is dedicated to promoting and supporting good mental health and wellbeing in the legal community. Its CEO, Elizabeth Rimmer, tells Regulation Matters all about the charity and its involvement in World Mental Health Day.
Practice Rights can benefit you, your practice and your clients

Chartered Legal Executive Advocate Gary Claeys explains to Regulation Matters how gaining CILEx Regulation Advocacy Rights has enhanced his professional status and transformed his role as personal injury lawyer.
Continuing Professional Development: All you need to know

If you’re unsure of how “planned activities”, “unplanned activities” and “professionalism” can count towards your outcomes-based CPD, Helen Whiting, CILEx Regulation’s Practitioner Authorisation and Supervision Manager, and Danielle Ingle, Practitioner Officer can help.
Your journey to Fellowship

Angela Tyrrell became a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives in July 2017. Here she tells CILEx Regulation about her path to Fellowship.

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Board Updates

May 2022

Our second full Board meeting of the year covered some important topics.

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February 2022

Our first full Board meeting of the year had a packed agenda.

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