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The Law Society is calling for better oversight of agentic AI within the justice system, as new research warns it is developing faster than the rules needed to govern it. A foresight study published by
Conveyancers are being told to speak up now to help shape proposals around digital home moving reforms before the government legislates. The call to action was made during a webinar hosted by LMS Conveyancing’s National
A solicitor has been struck off and ordered to pay costs of £18,000 by the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT) after acting dishonestly and favouring the best interests of one client over another in two conveyancing
Research among over 2000 people and the Legal Ombudsman’s (LeO) own case files has revealed the growing influence of AI on complaints with more than half of people who have made, or considered making, a
The average UK home costs the equivalent of 7.3 times average earnings, down from 7.6 a year ago and the lowest level since 2015. Nationally, the average property price increased by +0.5% over the last
Consumers asking AI to recommend a trusted solicitor are being directed to firms that have been fined or shut down by the Solicitors Regulations Authority (SRA), according to a new study from an access to
The number of sales agreed has fallen by 9% when compared to the same period 12 months ago according to the latest data from Zoopla. Comparing market activity data from 18 August to 20 September
A conveyancing solicitor has been struck off after being jailed for directing clients to pay nearly £250,000 into her personal account over a period of six years. Fiona Parsons was convicted of fraud by abuse
A new video designed to help consumers understand smart property data and how it can improve the home buying and selling process has been launched. The Digital Property Market Steering Group (DPMSG) has released the
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) does not have the power to requisition documents subject to legal professional privilege, the High Court has ruled. In Carter-Ruck Solicitors & another v Solicitors Regulation Authority, Mr Justice Butcher
AI-generated correspondence could unintentionally be slowing down the home buying process, a conveyancing firm warns. RG Law says artificial intelligence is now adding “a new layer of complexity” to conveyancing, with homebuyers using tools to
Exports of UK legal services rose to almost £11 billion in 2025, as international demand soars. The new International Data Insights report published by the Law Society has revealed the global strength of English law
Conveyancing firms that treat client experience as a “strategic priority” will grow in the upcoming financial year, a new report suggests. As larger conveyancing firms extend their lead of completed HM Land Registry (HMLR) applications
A conveyancing firm will not have to pay damages of £299,800, a judge has ruled, despite having made a “limited” breach of service in failing to advise an investor that deposits paid up-front on a
The housing market is showing “increasing signs of weakness” as the number of properties reaching sales agreed has fallen 5% year-on-year for the last four months. According to the latest market update from TwentyCi, data
Average UK house prices increased by 1.4% in the 12 months to July 2026, up from the revised estimate of 1.5% in the 12 months to June 2026, according to the latest UK House Price
A legal charity has said there is a “potential role” for AI tools in meeting the needs of the justice system, following a survey which found one in six participants facing a legal dispute used
Research shows a “substantial increase” in homes hitting the market across England since pupils returned to school in September, with more than 50,000 listed. Figures released by estate agency Yopa found that on 31 August,
Cheshire law firm Rowlinsons Solicitors has officially opened its new office in Knutsford, expanding the firm’s reach with legal services including residential and commercial property, family law and private client matters. The expansion follows Rowlinsons’
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has banned the manager of a law firm from working in financial services, after he allowed more than £28 million of client money to be taken from accounts without authorisation.
The Scottish Government has launched a review of the country’s conveyancing process. The review, much like the UK home buying and selling reform roadmap, seeks to cut delays, reduce and digitalise paperwork and streamline the
More than £88 billion worth of property is sitting empty across England, new data reveals. Research carried out by House Buyer Bureau found that out of 754,264 vacant homes in England, 303,185 (40.2%) have been
The Law Society of England and Wales has published new guidance to help solicitors practising in England and Wales apply the correct laws as devolved legislation evolves. Although both areas operate within a single legal
Landlords will be required by law to sign up to a new rental property register or face fines. The government has announced the new landlord registration service as part of the next phase of the
An international charity day highlighting the pressures faced by solicitors has been extended into a month-long campaign. The Solicitors’ Charity has confirmed it is continuing its International Day of Charity throughout September. Recognising that solicitors
A solicitor has been suspended and ordered to pay costs of more than £7,000 after failing to ensure the firms books of account were maintained in compliance with Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) rules and acting
Legal sector mental health charity LawCare has launched a new free online course to support wellbeing in the workplace. Supporting legal workplace wellbeing is aimed at managers, team leaders, wellbeing leads and champions, as well