If you are facing investigation by your industry regulator or have been called to a hearing by a governing body, our professional disciplinary lawyers will defend your best interests and help safeguard your reputation, your career and your business.

Regulated professionals have certain responsibilities and need to ensure they are legally compliant to their regulated body and uphold the highest professional standards. An investigation by a regulator or disciplinary body can, in some instances, trigger an investigation by enforcement agencies, and swift and robust response is needed at the outcome to mitigate the effects of such investigation and bring the matter to a positive conclusion.

We appreciate that an investigation by a regulatory or professional body can be a distressing and anxious time for any professional. Allegations of professional misconduct may lead to disciplinary proceedings and, with penalties ranging from substantial fines, suspension or even a lifetime ban on practicing, there is risk of irreparable damage to your reputation and even loss of livelihood.

How we can help

We have helped clients from a wide range of professions including solicitors, doctors, nurses, pharmacists, accountants and those who work in the world of finance.

It is essential to act quickly to mitigate the potential damage of a regulatory investigation. Our professional disciplinary lawyers have vast experience of dealing with regulators and we are not afraid to challenge their demands and decisions.

We will fight your case every step of the way from preparing you for interview to representing you at hearings. Our expert media advisers will help shield you from unwanted media interest and deal with journalists on your behalf.

Our professional disciplinary lawyers advise clients in relation to investigations by professional bodies including:

•  Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
•  General Medical Council (GMC)
•  General Dental Council (GDC)
•  Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
•  Accountancy & Actuarial Discipline Board (AADB)
•  Lloyd’s of London
•  The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC)
•  London Metal Exchange (LME)
•  Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
•  General Optical Council (GOC)
•  General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
•  The Security Industry Authority (SIA)
• The British Horseracing Authority (BHA)