Guidance
The guidance and information below is designed to assist you with SDT processes and procedures.
Please also refer to the Solicitors (Disciplinary Proceedings) Rules 2019.
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Guidance Note on Video Link Request
This Guidance Note has been prepared to ensure all video link requests are dealt with consistently and efficiently, with the least disruption to any hearing where a video link is requested.
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Information Guide for Lay Applicants
This guide has been written to assist lay applicants who refer applications directly to the Tribunal in respect of solicitors, registered foreign lawyers, registered European lawyers and recognised bodies.
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Information Guide for Unrepresented Applicants
This guide has been written to assist unrepresented applicants applying to the Tribunal to be restored to the roll, to terminate an indefinite suspension, to vary or remove conditions on practice and to review an order relating to solicitors’ employees and consultants. It aims to outline what to expect when your case has been listed……
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Information Guide for Unrepresented Respondents
This guide has been written to assist unrepresented respondents in disciplinary proceedings at the Tribunal.
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Information Guide for Witnesses
This guide has been prepared to assist witnesses giving evidence at a hearing at the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal.
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Zoom User Guide for Remote and Hybrid Hearings
Zoom is a video conferencing service which the Tribunal use for remote and hybrid hearings. It is a free service and does not require you to create an account to attend a Zoom hearing. Types of Hearing There are two types of virtual hearings:
