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We are an independent statutory tribunal that adjudicates upon alleged breaches of the rules and regulations applicable to solicitors and their firms.
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Respondent: Paul Edmund Levy
Outcome: Fine
Respondent: Paul Simon Green
Outcome: Strike off
Applicant: Matthew Podger
Outcome: Variation of Conditions on Practising Certificate
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The SDT has a duty to maintain the public’s confidence in the reputation of the solicitor profession for honesty, probity, trustworthiness, independence, and integrity.
Latest news
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Faces of the Tribunal: Ray Dhanowa, Clerk to the Tribunal
Welcome to “Faces of the Tribunal” a new series that introduces you to the people who ensure the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal fulfils its role in delivering independent, consistent and transparent justice. In this first edition, we’re delighted to spotlight Ray Dhanowa, Clerk to the Tribunal. Faces of the Tribunal: Ray…
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Statement from the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal on changes to AML/CTF supervision
The Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT) notes the government’s announcement that the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will take on supervision of law firms’ anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing activities. We will take time to understand the details of the new arrangements and work collaboratively with the relevant bodies to ensure a smooth…
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Six new Solicitor Members appointed to the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal
The Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal is pleased to announce the appointment of six new solicitor members, with effect from 1 October 2025. The new members, who were placed on the reserve list following the 2022 recruitment campaign, are: Maxine Cole, Lisa Nabou, John Montague, Giovanna Palmiero, Olwen Davies and Victoria Kaye.…