A solicitors firm has been shut down by a regulatory body for "suspected dishonesty".
Brown & Emery, which is situated in The Parade, Watford, was established more than 80 years ago and is run by John Killington.
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) closed the firm down last week.
A statement from the SRA said there was "reason to suspect dishonesty" on the part of John Killington in connection with his practice as a solicitor.
The body said that Killington had failed to comply with the rules made under sections 31 and 32 of the Solicitors Act 1974 (as amended), namely the SRA Accounts Rules 2011, the Solicitors Code of Conduct 2011 and the SRA Principles 2011.
Law firm Lester Aldridge has been appointed as the intervening agent.
An intervention is a step taken to protect clients' interests and money in the public interest. It is a protective measure but does not mean that the SRA has made any findings against a regulated firm or individuals.
However, it means that the SRA will stop the firm from operating, take possession of all documents and papers held by the firm, and take possession of all money held.
Brown & Emery's clients will receive a letter from the SRA advising them what to do.
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