Court-Ready Statement: Reliance on Advice from a Struck-Off Solicitor

To: [Judge / Court]
From: [Your Name]
Date: [Insert Date]

Subject: Disclosure Regarding Legal Advice

Factual Context:

  • During ongoing family legal matters, [Ex’s Name] has indicated they are taking advice from [Solicitor Name], formerly of [Firm/Location].
  • According to the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and/or Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT)records, this solicitor has been struck off / barred from practicing law and is therefore not authorized to provide legal guidance.

Reason for Disclosure:

  • To ensure that the court and all parties are aware of potential reliance on advice from a disbarred solicitor.
  • To safeguard the integrity of legal processes, including decisions regarding [assets, estate, finances, custody, or relevant matters].
  • To allow the court to consider whether additional verification or independent advice may be necessary.

References:

  • SRA Solicitor Check: [Insert link]
  • SDT Decision Summary: [Insert link if available]

Statement:
This information is provided factually and neutrally, solely for protective disclosure. No assumptions or accusations regarding misconduct are being made.

Signed: ___________________________
[Your Name]

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