Alerts

Warning: Text messages misusing the name of KLS Law Ltd

6 December 2024

Text messages have been sent misusing the name of KLS Law Ltd referring the recipient to a link supposedly from a parcel company.

What is the scam?

The SRA has been advised that text messages have been sent misusing the name of a genuine firm (see below) referring the recipient to a link supposedly from a parcel company. A concern is that the link may contain malware.

Is there a genuine firm or person?

The SRA authorises and regulates a genuine firm of solicitors called KLS Law Ltd. The firm's genuine telephone number is 0800 015 1470 and 01925 428198.

The genuine KLS Law Ltd has confirmed that it has no connection to the text messages referred to in the above alert.

What should I do?

When a firm's or individual's identity has been copied exactly (or cloned), due diligence is necessary. If you receive correspondence claiming to be from the above firm(s) or individual(s), or information of a similar nature to that described, you should conduct your own due diligence by checking the authenticity of the correspondence by contacting the law firm directly by reliable and established means. You can contact the SRA to find out if individuals or firms are regulated and authorised by the SRA and verify an individual's or firm's practising details. Other verification methods, such as checking public records (e.g. telephone directories and company records) may be required in other circumstances.