‘Conduct unbefitting’ claim levelled as Beresfords tribunal is extended
The Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal hearing against Jim Beresford of Doncaster-based Beresfords Solicitors has been adjourned due to the case proving more technical than expected. The hearing, in which Beresford and his colleague Douglas Smith face 11 allegations of misconduct relating to their handling of sick coalminers’ compensation claims, is expected to continue for an additional […]