This course may be available as an in house programme, but is not currently available as a 'public' course.

This course is a must for all fee-earners, practice managers, compliance chiefs and
support staff. The SRA is committed to promoting equality and diversity. This is
reflected in the fact that there is a specific rule dealing with this area in the new Code of Conduct.

The Rule provides, among other things, that all firms must have a policy for
preventing discrimination and promoting equality and diversity within their firm, so
this is not an optional compliance area. All firms might soon be required to undergo
training in this subject; but why wait? This course will guide you through the rule and the essence of the underlying legislation, and offer practical guidance on how to ensure compliance.

Who should attend
• Compliance Manager/Heads of Compliance
• Solicitors
• Complaints Managers
• Partners
• Practice managers and support staff

Key benefits
By attending this course you will be aware of the new equality and diversity provisions of the Code and become familiar with equality and diversity issues within law firms. You will learn how to help your firm comply with the Code and gain an understanding of what should be contained in your firm’s Equality & Diversity policy. This will help you avoid potentially serious risk and compliance
problems.

Programme includes
• Rule 6 of the Solicitors’ Code of Conduct 2007
• A summary of the main requirements of the relevant legislation tackling age,
disability, sex, race and other discrimination
• The SRA Guidance on the Rules
• Scenarios and case studies
• Guidelines for formulating an Equality and Diversity policy