Mazur: Member update from CILEX CEO, 11 November 2025
Mazur: Member update from CILEX CEO
11 November 2025
In every conversation I have with CILEX members, I’m struck by the dedication, skill and integrity that define the CILEX community – qualities that are earned, not based on privilege or title. And yet the Mazur ruling has highlighted just how much more work there is to do to achieve true fairness in our profession. You have my absolute commitment to keep fighting for the recognition you deserve.
I have two developments to update you on this week:
LSB decision to decouple litigation and advocacy practice rights:We have been pushing for a swift decision on allowing Chartered Legal Executives to gain practice rights for litigation alone and we welcome the speed with which the Legal Services Board has moved. It removes a considerable barrier to gaining practice rights for members wishing to conduct litigation who do not need to carry out advocacy in their roles.
Members have been able to apply for standalone litigation rights through the CRL process since early October and many have already submitted portfolios in anticipation of the LSB’s decision. Our research shows that large numbers of our members will be applying now this announcement has been made and we encourage them to refer to CRL’s latest guidance.
Practising Certificate Fees (PCF):Following the PCF consultation earlier in the year we have, with CILEx Regulation Ltd (CRL), submitted our annual joint application to the Legal Services Board (LSB). Last year’s PCF for Fellows was £387 and, following consultation, was set to increase by £16 to £403. However, in recognition of the challenges faced by many Fellows following the Mazur judgment in September 2025, we have proposed to the LSB that CILEX will cover this increase from our reserves. If this application is successful, Fellows will not see any rise in their PCF for 2026.
I will continue to keep you up to date as things progress. In the meantime, please take a look at our FAQs and contact our Customer Services team via your myCILEX account if you have any questions.
Kind regards,
Jennifer Coupland
CILEX CEO