Susan brings a wealth of experience to the team, having previously been chief executive officer and clerk to the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal, a role she held for nearly eight years, and Head of the Secretariat, National Anti-Doping Panel at Sport Resolutions (UK). She is currently chair of the Board at the Taxation Disciplinary Board and a lay panellist of the Professional Conduct Panel at the Teaching Regulation Agency.
RIAA Barker Gillette’s regulatory team acts primarily for businesses and individuals across a wide range of industry sectors including healthcare, journalism, professional services, retail and sport.
Instructions have involved engagement with the British Horseracing Association, Civil Aviation Authority, Chartered Trading Standards Institute, Competition & Markets Authority, Department for Business, Innovation & Skills, Department of Trade and Industry, Football Association, Financial Conduct Authority, General Dental Council, General Medical Council, Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales, Information Commissioner's Office and Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Commenting on her appointment, Susan said: ‘RIAA Barker Gillette is an ambitious firm acting for innovative businesses and individuals. Its regulatory services are in high demand, with clients attracted by our dynamic approach offering flexibility and high-level commercial advice. I am looking forward to returning to private practice, working alongside the RIAA Barker Gillette team as it continues to grow.’
Head of Department, Steven Barker, at RIAA Barker Gillette said: ‘The need for legal guidance and representation has become increasingly important for businesses and individuals operating in regulated sectors. I am delighted that Susan, with her wealth of experience and expertise in this area, has joined the team to work with our clients.’
