How easy is it to switch to digital conveyancing processes without disrupting your current workflow?
Many conversations are being had across the legal sector relating to the adoption of eSignatures digital ID verification and anti-money laundering processes, but how easy is it to dispense with the old manual processes and what are the benefits? Improve efficiency Freeing up unnecessary administration time so that your fee earners can get on with […]
Focus on quality, supervision and accountability for successful reform, conveyancing pressure group says
The Conveyancing Task Force, a group of practising conveyancers formed in the wake of the government’s home buying and selling reform consultation, has issued a briefing note to MPs warning that the core issues of the transaction process are being overlooked. The 23-strong group, which includes small law firms and a PLC alongside individual conveyancers […]
Speakers from MHCLG, CLC and Law Society confirmed for Bold Legal Group conference
A growing line-up of speakers and sessions has been confirmed for the Bold Legal Group Conveyancing Conference & Soirée 2026, which takes place on Wednesday 17th June at Regent’s University in London. Confirmed speakers include Law Society president Mark Evans, Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) strategy adviser Tom Treadwell, and representatives from the […]
SRA shelves CILEX transfer after four year delay
Controversial plans to transfer the regulation of Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX) members to the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) have been shelved. The SRA, in a draft 2026-27 business plan published last week, confirmed that “some activity [it] had anticipated progressing next year will need to be paused” as it seeks to “prioritise work […]
Mental Health Awareness Week: Law Society says Mental Health Act must work for all; Conveyancing Foundation shares resources for conveyancers
As Mental Health Awareness Week gets underway, the Law Society of England and Wales is urging the UK government to formally consult with experts and those with lived experience to develop a code of practice for the Mental Health Act 2025. The new act, which became law in December 2025 and will be rolled out over […]
Local Land Charges Excellence Awards recognise best performing councils
The winners of the 19th annual Land Data Local Land Charges Awards for Excellence have been announced, with councils up and down the country recognised across eight separate categories. This year also saw the inclusion of the first Outstanding Contribution award, launched in memory of long-standing Land Data CEO Jan Boothroyd, who passed away in […]
Mandatory tax adviser registration: The question firms are still avoiding
As HMRC remains steadfast in its insistence conveyancers must register as tax advisers in the face of ongoing objections, the Law Society of England and Wales has shared its own detailed guidance to help conveyancers approach the changes. With the confusion showing no sign of abating with just days to go to the registration commencement, […]