The Compliance Office - Henley-in-Arden

D Dem

Compliance Office have been one of the most incredible people we have ever worked with. We applied for authorisation as an ABS and they provided clear terms, advice and continuous support to us from day 1. They guided us every step of the way, explained everything in plain language and ensured that any hurdles we faced could be addressed. We also had some personal issues that lead to us temporarily pausing the process but they were always accommodating and responsive when we were able to get back into it. The SRA had some concerns about our ability to fulfil the COFA and COLP roles due to not having owned or run a law firm before as SRA managers, but all of those were adequately dealt with by Compliance and we were given amazing template policies on virtually anything you can imagine that we were able to customise and use to address any SRA concerns. We received our authorisation within 3.5 months of the application and since then we continue to receive support and guidance from them, not to mention you get access to a compliance resource platform which has amazing online training modules and templates that have also made us feel a lot more confident in running a law firm properly. We cannot thank them or recommend them enough. Big shout out to Darran for his work and patience with us! Don't look anywhere else if you are looking to set up a new law firm.

Eversage Associates

The Compliance Office assisted us with navigating the UK’s regulatory regime to ensure our new firm is compliant. The SRA application process was far more straightforward than we were fearing, as Andy and his team were very skilful in guiding us through the preparation and submission stages. Andy was a pleasure to work with – friendly, very responsive, and went above and beyond to answer our questions. Highly recommend!

Jack Thompson

I've been working with Andy at TCO since November last year and his service, knowledge and ability has been first class. He has guided my Law Firm through a successful ABS application with great diligence and competency. His experience with the SRA places him in a very unique category of consultants in this sector and I couldn't recommend his services highly enough. We will continue to work with Andy off the back of the help and value he has brought to our business so far.

David Mann

I instructed Compliance office when I was setting up our solicitors practice. I loved that a number of people there used to work with the SRA and so understood the process to be gone through very well from both sides.

I was recommended to Andrew Donovan by another firm that had started up who highly recommended Compliance Office.

My matter was handled by Darran O'Brien who led me expertly through the process which went very smoothly and dealt with all enquiries from the regulator for me. We were approved in no time and with minimal fuss.

My experience of them has been very good indeed.

Paul Tutin (Streets Law)

Streets are a top 40 UK firm of Chartered Accountants who have recently set up a corporate and commercial legal ABS. Andrew took us through the authorisation process impeccably. His experience was invaluable in making the process very straight forward. Going forward The Compliance office will be supporting us in ensuring continuing SRA compliance . I cannot recommend them enough.

alpa patel

I stumbled across The Compliance Office by a random search on the internet to do with a legal firm start-up and what a blessing that result has been. Andrew has been nothing short of a God’s send from the first conversation; he is professional, knowledgeable, extremely helpful and so easy to speak to. The courses and resources he provides are so easy to follow and systematic.

Andrew has always spoken with me with time and ensured that I understood exactly what was required for my SRA approval to be successful. With his help I was approved by the SRA within two weeks of submitting the application.

I feel extremely confident in not only using his services going forward but also in recommend him to my legal associates.

Alpa Patel
Solicitor
TP Law

Natalie Foster

Wished to set up an ABS at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic. Andy and his team guided me and my co director through each step, ensuring we were completely mindful of the obstacles foreseen allowing us to prepare and minimise timescales.
Andy responded to calls same day, emails and managed our expectations liaising with the SRA at every turn on our behalf. A full comprehensive service with up to date reassurance of compliance. Worth every penny. Thank you C O !!!!

Natalee Worthington

I highly recommend Andrew Donovan of The Compliance Office, he has provided an excellent service in relation to seeking SRA authorisation. He is professional, efficient, knowledgable, and thorough in his approach. He ensures that you understand each stage of the process and keeps you fully updated at all times. His expertise is well worth the payment for his service, I would have found the application rather daunting without him!