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Expert legal trainer Ian Quayle of IQ Legal Training returns in this series of bitesize Today’s Conveyancer Podcast episodes to explore a range of topics around conveyancing. “Transaction Tips” draws on Ian’s extensive experience in
A new guidance outlining recommendations on what should and should not be included in pre-contract enquiries is to be published. The document has been produced by Vicki Redman of Swiitch (working with other conveyancers from
Conveyancers Rhodri Howells and Samantha Strong have been appointed directors of the Conveyancing Association and will start working with the other Board members and Executive Team across the full range of CA workstreams. The appointments
Transactions involving the Building Safety Act, leasehold and enfranchisement matters and where transactions present a conflict of interest are driving a 45% increase in referrals to fee-sharing scheme LawShare. Launched by JMW in 2011, LawShare
One in 10 people have no cash savings and one in five have less than £1,000 to draw upon in an emergency, according to research conducted by the Financial Conduct Authority. The regulator said it
Alternative legal platform providers, otherwise known as consultant-model law firms, continue to demonstrate ‘importance that lawyers are placing on autonomy, work-life balance, and the ability to build a practice supported by strong infrastructure’ say the
Private-equity backed Lawfront has announced the acquisition of Southern-based Trethowans, taking the total fee income for the group to over £130m. The thirteenth acquisition is part of the group’s strategy to acquire large regional firms
The withdrawal of the material information guidance published by National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team (NTSELAT) appears to have taken much of the industry by surprise. Law Society of England and Wales vice
The Law Society has published the Climate Change Practice note and accompanying Supplementary Technical Note outlining its expectations on property lawyers when it comes to providing advice on the impact of climate change on property
Following the publication of The Law Society Climate Change Risk Property Practice Note Today’s Conveyancer Podcast host David Opie speaks to former Groundsure CEO and now consultant to the market Dan Montagnani about what the
The Law Society of England and Wales has hit back at the introduction of a ‘CILEX Chartered Paralegal’ as part of amendments to CILEX’s Royal Charter which provides formal recognition for CILEX paralegals. The Law
Many thousands of hours have gone into the Law Society’s Climate Change Practice Note (PN) which has been ‘deeply considered’ and recognises the ‘limited’ role conveyancers have to play in climate change. The note itself
The anticipated slump in completions following the end of stamp duty incentives has not dampened confidence in the property market with three-quarters (72%) of conveyancers confident in the stability of the current market. The Council
Paralegals will receive formal recognition under amendments to CILEX’s Royal Charter which bestows the title of CILEX Chartered Paralegal to professionals who can demonstrate they have worked in a legal role for over five years
Sentiment around the number and relevance of pre-contract enquiries remains low amongst conveyancers with over half saying the situation is worse than 12 months ago in the latest sentiment survey undertaken by Today’s Conveyancer The
As part of the transition to the new Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCC) which supersedes the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations, the National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team (NTSELAT)
In the regular quarterly update looking at the latest statistics from Landmark, Today’s Conveyancer Podcast host David Opie is joined by Ben Robinson and Rob Gurney of Landmark to pore over the latest Property Trends
The Bank of England (BoE) has announced it has cut interest rates by a further 0.25%; from 4.5% to 4.25%; the fourth cut since last year’s 5.25% peak. The announcement was delayed to observe the
Having celebrated a landmark achievement of 20 years in the conveyancing business, Newport-based Convey Law reflects on transacting £50bn in home moves with head of finance and administration Abby Bater. Abby shares her thoughts on
Early repayment fees for equity release customers who move in with relatives for the purposes of long term care will be waived in an update to Equity Release Council (ERC) standards clarifying the position. The
Since Labour came to power 12 months ago they have made home ownership one of their key messages. The headlines have focused on their ambitions to build 1.5m new homes over the course of this
A solicitor who siphoned client funds to her own bank account during the course of property transactions has been given a 30 month prison sentence with further proceedings connected to the Proceeds of Crime Act
Digital property exchange platform PEXA have announced they have been formally approved by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to become an Authorised Payment Institution (API); which in time will enable it to act as a
Property industry collaboration group Women in Residential Property (WiRP) has announced the appointment of a new chair for the next term, following in the footsteps of Nicola Broomham who steps down after two years. Partner
Changes to anti-money laundering guidance submitted to HM Treasury have been formally ratified and published in the latest Legal Sector Affinity Group (LSAG) Anti-Money Laundering Guidance for the Legal Sector 2025. LSAG, which is made
Over the last three years Today’s Conveyancer has undertaken a readership survey of attitudes toward pre-contract enquiries. With a similar line of questioning each year, the survey asks readers to share their thoughts and attitudes
Conveyancer are reminded the inclusion of ‘purpose codes’ for property transactions, as mandated by Bank of England (BoE), will come into effect this week. The introduction of the new requirement, part of a move to
The latest Today’s Conveyancer Podcast welcomes workplace culture and staff retention specialist Andre Thomas of Thomas Telman to discuss the critical importance of cultivating a positive workplace culture and the direct impact this has on
Scammers have targeted a conveyancing firm and posted fake one-star reviews after the founder refused to provide sensitive and personal information. Rose Davis, founder and Director at Davis & Co Property Lawyers, has warned firms
Following the end of March many conveyancers would be forgiven for being happy to never hear or talk about SDLT again. But, says one firm, SDLT is something which should always be given due consideration.
Public and Commercial Services (PCS) union members in the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) will take industrial action from today (Tuesday 22nd April) in a dispute over office closures and mandatory office
In the latest episode of the Today’s Conveyancer podcast, host David Opie welcomes Rob Gurney, Managing Director of Ochresoft to discuss how long conveyancing actually takes; and why lower the lower transaction volumes of the