It was alleged that the Respondent misled clients in three personal injury cases between 2015 and 2020 by suggesting their failed claims were successful. The Applicant also contended that he improperly paid two clients from the firm’s funds after their cases had failed, without proper valuation.

The Respondent admitted his conduct Allegation 1.1, which included dishonesty and he accepted that there were no exceptional circumstances and that he would be struck off the Roll of Solicitors. The Respondent denied Allegation 1.2. This Allegation was dismissed following a submission made by Mr Williams at the close of the Applicant’s case