The SRA has intervened to protect former clients after the death of solicitor Naim Lone
The Solicitors Regulation Authority has intervened into the remnants of the recognised sole practice of solicitor Naim Ibrar Lone, following his death last year.
The intervention decision was made on 9 January 2026 and published on the same day. It relates to Mr Lone’s former sole practice, in which he practised as Attiyah Lone, as well as the remaining elements of his practice at AL Law and Associates Solicitors LLP.
According to the regulator, the intervention was ordered to protect the interests of Mr Lone’s former clients and, where applicable, the interests of beneficiaries of any trust of which he was or had been a trustee. The SRA confirmed that the decision was taken under paragraph 1(1)(m) of Schedule 1 Part I of the Solicitors Act 1974, as amended.
The outcome was reached directly by decision of the SRA. No further details were provided regarding the nature or volume of client matters affected, or the status of any files or client money held at the time of the intervention.
Mr Lone passed away on 1 May 2025. The SRA has not indicated that the intervention relates to any findings of misconduct. Instead, the published decision states that the intervention was necessary to safeguard client and trust beneficiary interests following his death.
Interventions of this nature are used by the regulator where a solicitor is no longer able to manage their practice and client affairs, including circumstances involving death. The purpose is to ensure that client files, documents and any remaining funds are secured and handled appropriately.
Following an intervention, the SRA typically appoints an agent to take possession of client files and money, and to facilitate their return or transfer where required. Details of any such appointment were not included in the published outcome.
The intervention applies only to the remnants of Mr Lone’s former practices and does not relate to any active firm currently providing legal services. The SRA has not issued additional commentary beyond the published decision.
Former clients of Mr Lone are expected to be contacted with further information about how their matters will be managed. The regulator has advised in similar cases that affected individuals should await contact from the appointed agent or the SRA for guidance on next steps.