Legal Services Board Employee Directory
Legal ServicesEngland, United Kingdom51-200 Employees
The Legal Services Board is an independent regulator responsible for overseeing the regulation of lawyers in England and Wales. It operates as a non-departmental public body based in London and is funded by a levy on the approved regulators of the legal profession, ensuring it remains separate from government. Established by the Legal Services Act 2007, it carries a statutory mandate to promote the public interest and place consumers at the heart of the legal system, with the new regulatory regime taking full effect in 2010. The board also oversees the appointment of the Legal Services Consumer Panel and the Office for Legal Complaints, which runs the Legal Ombudsman scheme. A notable development in 2026 was the appointment of Jelena Lentzos as director of strategy, policy and engagement, reflecting ongoing leadership activity.