At Cottons, we have many years of experience working with Solicitors, both specialist firms and general practices. We understand the unique accounting and taxation needs of the legal profession and have worked with firms as they transition from the traditional sole trader or partnership models to the more protected LLP and company structures.
Testimonial from Rollasons Solicitors
At Rollasons, we have been working with Cottons for over a decade. The team provide us with a wide range of services including essential compliance work; accounts, tax returns and payroll. More importantly, they have provided business advice, tax planning for the firm and Partners, with additional business support as needed.
Cottons’ dedicated Solicitor’s Accounts Rules team provide us with a thorough, professional service completing our SRA audits and are always available for any other additional projects.
Cottons have been an invaluable partner to Rollasons as our business has grown over the years and I highly recommend them.
SRA Audits
We have a dedicated Solicitor’s Accounts Rules (SARs) team, assisting clients with their regulatory compliance including ‘SRA audits’ where required, systems review work and ad-hoc advice for those day-to-day queries.
We understand there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to this type of work. Our team recognises that each business is different and we tailor our approach, working with clients to improve and maintain compliance, whilst supporting those business owners to maximise profitability.
All solicitors holding Client monies are required to comply with the Solicitor’s Accounts Rules, a comprehensive document defining Client money, specifying how those monies should be dealt with and the related records maintained, to ensure the protection of the solicitor’s clients and their funds.
Unless exempt, solicitors have six months from the end of their accounting period to obtain an Accountant’s Report. As a qualified firm of auditors, Cottons are able to undertake this work and produce the necessary report, including submission to the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) where required.
Our service
We are a proactive team, constantly looking to provide added value to our accountancy, tax, SRA compliance services and we pride ourselves in building long-term working relationships with our clients. Cottons experience in this field allows us to be seen as the first choice for solicitors. We have offices in Northampton, Rugby, Daventry and London. Contact our office for a free, no-obligation consultation by clicking here.
