Roger Diavewa cleared to work under strict SRA supervision rules
The Solicitors Regulation Authority has granted conditional approval for the employment of Roger Patrick Diavewa under section 43 of the Solicitors Act 1974.
The decision, dated 20 January 2026 and published on 13 February 2026, permits Emmanuel Solicitors Limited to employ Mr Diavewa as a caseworker, subject to detailed supervisory restrictions.
Mr Diavewa has been subject to a section 43 order since 10 September 2020. Under section 43 of the Solicitors Act 1974, any solicitor wishing to employ or remunerate an individual who is subject to such an order in connection with legal practice must first obtain the SRA’s approval.
The SRA confirmed that Emmanuel Solicitors Limited has been granted permission to employ Mr Diavewa strictly as a caseworker. His responsibilities will be limited to managing his own caseload under direct supervision. All work must be reviewed and approved by his supervisor, and he is prohibited from acting independently or providing unsupervised advice to clients.
Supervision will be undertaken by Innocent Ikechukwu (SRA number 534559), the sole owner and manager of the authorised firm. In Mr Ikechukwu’s absence, supervision will be conducted by Yetunde Ojo of Anji & Ani Lake Solicitors (SRA number 8007358) under a formal supervision agreement.
The conditions state that Mr Diavewa must not provide legal advice, make strategic decisions, or submit documents to any court, tribunal or third party without prior approval from his supervisor. All client-facing work must remain under supervisory control. He is also prohibited from holding himself out as having authority to act on behalf of the firm.
The approval further restricts Mr Diavewa from any involvement in financial matters. He must not receive or hold client money, participate in financial transactions, handle billing, or engage in fee arrangements with clients.
The SRA must be informed immediately of any proposed variation in his duties or supervision arrangements. No such variation may take effect without prior approval. The permission will lapse automatically if Mr Diavewa leaves the firm, and any return would require a fresh application. The approval and attached conditions remain subject to review at the SRA’s absolute discretion.
In its published reasons, the regulator stated that it is satisfied that the employment, under the specified conditions, will not put public confidence in the administration of justice, the provision of legal services, or the interests of clients at risk.