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Solicitors Regulation Authority Shuts Down Samuel Phillips Law

1/6/2026

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The Solicitors Regulation Authority shut down Samuel Phillips Law after identifying potential dishonesty by owner Sufe Miah, leaving clients—including a self-employed Cornwall resident—unable to access the estate of a deceased father due to the firm's closure and lack of communication.
The SRA has appointed a new legal firm to assist affected clients and will oversee paperwork for closed cases.
Those impacted should contact John Owen at Gordons LLP for assistance.

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The Solicitors Regulation Authority shut down Samuel Phillips Law after identifying potential dishonesty by owner Sufe Miah, leaving clients—including a self-employed Cornwall resident—unable to access the estate of a deceased father due to the firm's closure and lack of communication.
The SRA has appointed a new legal firm to assist affected clients and will oversee paperwork for closed cases.
Those impacted should contact John Owen at Gordons LLP for assistance.