Legal Services
Regulatory Authority
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We are the independent regulator for legal services providers. We work to maintain and improve standards in legal services and ensure value for money in the interest of consumers.
We are the first point of contact for complaints about solicitors and barristers. We will be impartial when we consider any complaint. Our complaints service is free.
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Warning Notice to Public – Website “bws-legallimited.com” operating under the name “BWS Legal Limited” is a fraudulent website
The LSRA advises members of the profession and members of the public that it has come to our attention that the website bws-legallimited.com operating under the name "BWS Legal Limited" is a fraudulent website. [...]
LSRA publishes Breaking Down Barriers progress report on reforms to broaden access to legal professions
The LSRA has published its fourth six-month progress report, covering the period from April 2026 to September 2026, outlining the significant work being done by the professional bodies — the Law Society of Ireland, [...]
LSRA publishes measures to ensure that barristers are paid fees in a timely manner
The LSRA is pleased to publish measures to ensure barristers are paid in a timely manner. The measures were developed and agreed by The Bar of Ireland and the Law Society, with the LSRA. [...]