PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, 14 July 2026 581 trainee solicitors and 139 student barristers commenced professional training in 2025 54% increase in number of first-time practising certificates issued to solicitors and 10% increase in barristers “called to the Bar” New figures published today by the Legal Services Regulatory Authority (LSRA) show [...]
PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, 30 June 2026 LSRA Annual Report highlights increased complaints activity, enforcement and progress across legal services sector The Legal Services Regulatory Authority (LSRA) received 1,788 complaints in 2025, an increase of 21% on the previous year, while closing more complaints than ever before and increasing enforcement activity, according [...]
PRESS RELEASE LSRA report shows 1,000 complaints received and 1,139 complaints closed in six-month period Legal practitioners directed to pay €86,944 to clients in compensation Wills and probate complaints highlight key lessons for legal practitioners and consumers Wednesday, 29th April 2026 The Legal Services Regulatory Authority (LSRA) has today [...]
PRESS RELEASE LSRA reports progress on reforms to broaden access to legal professions Developments include expanded training routes, increased financial supports and diversity initiatives Wednesday, 15th April 2026 The Legal Services Regulatory Authority (LSRA) has today published its third progress report on the implementation of recommendations to address barriers facing [...]
PRESS RELEASE Legal Services Regulatory Authority appoints Niamh Muldoon as Chief Executive Officer Appointment comes as LSRA prepares to deliver next phase of regulatory programme Wednesday, 11th March 2026 The Legal Services Regulatory Authority (LSRA) has announced the appointment of Niamh Muldoon as its new Chief Executive Officer. Ms Muldoon will take up the role on [...]