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Watkins Solicitors is thrilled to announce that it has been shortlisted for the Regional Firm/Not-for-Profit Agency category at the prestigious 2024 Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year (LALY) awards. The...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/watkins-solicitors-recognised-for-excellence-in-legal-aid-shortlisted-for-the-2024-laly-awards/
Landmark’s Commercial Property Trends Report provides a view of the commercial property transaction pipeline in England, Wales and Scotland. Our Q4 ‘23 report suggested that the market was in a...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/commercial-property-trends-report-a-familiar-picture-emerges/
Data security is now a fundamental consideration for modern business and has been widely recognised as a key ESG governance issue for some time. Depending on the ESG standard or...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/landmark-information-data-security-on-the-governance-agenda/
A 100,000-tree woodland is set to be established between Bristol and Bath, in a deal advised by Thrings Solicitors. The firm has been advising charity Avon Needs Trees on the...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/thrings-advises-on-deal-to-create-south-wests-biggest-new-woodland/
In today’s fast-paced and high-pressure legal sector, the role of a mental health ally has never been more crucial. Whether you’re in a leadership position or just starting your career,...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/lawcare-mental-health-allies-champions-for-a-supportive-legal-sector/
Many of us will be familiar with procrastinating – putting off or avoiding a task that needs to be done. If often seems as if the more we have to...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/lawcare-are-you-a-procrastinator/
We have previously written about the advantage of appointing a Court Appointed Receiver over the assets of the non-cooperative party (“H”) in divorce proceedings. The appointment of a Receiver over...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/restructuring-a-business-following-divorce/
Security for costs is a legal concept that allows a defendant in a civil case to request that the claimant provides a financial guarantee to pay the defendant’s costs in...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/how-annecto-legal-assisted-with-a-security-for-costs-application/
New guidance released by National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team (NTSELAT) on material information is driving transformation across the various professions involved in the home-buying process. The changes...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/support-available-on-the-updated-ta6-property-information-form/
The Law Society’s three key asks of the next government Explore our guide on how you can ask your local candidates about their justice policies Other resources: Fresh ideas...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/the-law-society-general-election-resources/
As part of the cross-professional subcommittee’s work this year, Stuart Henry, our President, is looking to organise a networking event with a difference – a Motorcyclist’s summer ride out to...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/calling-all-motorcycling-enthusiasts-networking-with-a-difference/
Staying on top of law firm compliance can be a struggle at the best of times and ensuring practical compliance with the UK GDPR is no exception. Certification schemes were...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/locs23-the-new-data-protection-certification-standard-for-the-legal-sector/
The BLS Annual Awards Dinner brings together the local legal community across Bristol and Bath to celebrate the best of the local profession. The flagship black tie event hosting 430...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/annual-awards-dinner/
Law firm Thrings has made a significant boost to its commercial property service as it welcomes its newest partner to the fold. Salma Maqsood joins Thrings from Barcan+Kirby to take...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/thrings-announces-new-partner-appointment-as-firm-celebrates-gender-parity/
An innovative collaboration aiming to empower firms on their path to Net Zero emissions. Landmark Information Group announces a new strategic partnership with carbon action specialists, Net Zero Now, to...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/landmark-information-group-and-net-zero-now-strategic-partnership-sets-a-clear-path-for-sustainability-in-the-property-sector/
Junior Solicitors and Barristers from across the City came together for a night of informal networking in the summer sunshine at Toto’s on Wednesday evening. The event, the second in...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/bls-and-junior-lawyers-bristol-property-networking-drinks/
Extended property transaction timelines and uncertainty aren’t just frustrating for clients, it is creating stress and inefficiencies across the entire industry. Landmark Information Group has brought together three industry experts –...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/trying-to-find-common-ground/
Prepare for a successful business exit with our latest guide. Packed with insights on boosting your business’s value, strategic exit planning, and savvy tax tips, this guide is an essential...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/milsted-langdon-download-new-business-exit-strategies-guide/
As the general election on 4 July looms quickly, the major political parties in the UK have outlined their tax policies, which will play a pivotal role in shaping the...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/milsted-langdon-tax-and-the-general-election-detailed-look-at-party-proposals/
“But I’M not ready yet!” Nicola Green is collaborating with the fabulous Jill Attree – Grief and Loss Specialist who works with her to support grief and loss in the...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/but-im-not-ready-yet-empty-nest-support-in-summer-2024/
3PB (3 Paper Buildings) is delighted to announce that family law silk Liz McGrath KC has taken over as Head of Chambers – and that David Parratt KC, a commercial...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/liz-mcgrath-kc-takes-on-role-of-head-of-chambers-for-3pb/
The Judicial Diversity Forum (JDF) has published the annual ‘Diversity of the judiciary combined statistics report’ for 2023-24. The JDF says the report “shows some encouraging figures on the representation...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/bar-council-responds-to-latest-judicial-diversity-statistics/
Dogs for Good, is BLS’s Charity of the Year. Their latest Annual Report is now out, highlighting the successes of 2023 and telling some of the stories of the lives...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/dogs-for-good-annual-report-2023/
VWV is delighted to announce that Gemma Nicholas has joined our Regulatory Compliance team as a healthcare regulatory expert. Gemma takes with her significant regulatory experience from her work with...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/gemma-nicholas-joins-vwv-as-healthcare-regulatory-expert/
33% increase in number of solicitors supported by The Solicitors’ Charity Wellbeing support to clients totalled £972,064 Rising demand for wellbeing support led to more funded referrals Disproportionately high demand...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/the-big-report-2024-highlights-the-solicitors-charitys-key-role-in-supporting-the-profession/
Lawtech are currently recruiting participants for Lawtech Builder – our free cohort-based programme for early-stage founders working on a lawtech MVP. Lawtech Builder Programme Overview Lawtech Builder is a highly...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/lawtech-builder-a-free-programme-for-early-stage-lawtech-founders-%ee%90%9c/
The Diploma in Local Government Law and Practice is a one-year self-study course which provides a valuable opportunity to improve and expand your knowledge of local government law and practice;...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/diploma-in-local-government-law-and-practice-2024-2025/
The Law Society, in partnership with the Solicitors’ Regulation Authority (SRA) and the Access to Justice Foundation, is embarking on a research project on Online Dispute Resolution (ODR). The Regulator’s...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/get-involved-with-the-law-society-research-project-online-dispute-resolution-odr/
Quiss, one of the UK’s leading providers of technology services to the UK legal sector has become a key sponsor of Bristol Law Society [BLS], the oldest local law society...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/quiss-becomes-a-sponsor-of-bristol-law-society/
Landmark’s Q2 2024 Residential Property Trends Report is now live. This report offers the latest data on residential property transactions, including listings, SSTC/SSTM, searches ordered and completions. Despite a robust supply of...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/landmark-information-residential-property-trends-q2-2024/
We would like to hear from our Bath members and non-members to understand what events and training you might like to see hosted in-person in Bath. Please complete the linked...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/what-more-can-bls-do-to-support-bath-members-survey/
Vicarious trauma occurs when people are indirectly exposed to trauma through their work with those who have experienced traumatic events. In the legal sector this can happen to anyone who...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/understanding-vicarious-trauma-in-the-legal-workplace/
You’ve negotiated hard, worked until midnight too many times and the ink is barely dry on the contract when the litigation solicitors get a phone call. What could have gone...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/article-when-deals-go-bad/
Introducing Quiss Technology: A Legacy of Innovation and Excellence Quiss Technology, headquartered in Tamworth, Staffordshire, has been a pioneer in the IT services industry since its inception in 1988. Over...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/supporters/quiss-technology/
Sign up to take part in TA6 form consultation The Law Society have listened to feedback and are committed to engaging with conveyancing professionals in England and Wales in the...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/the-law-society/
In this article, Dr Giles Proctor explains why he believes Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship (GSA) Programmes can give both employers and individuals the best possible opportunities to help employees qualify via the SQE...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/do-graduate-solicitor-apprentices-have-the-best-chance-of-passing-the-sqe/
In the ever-evolving landscape of climate change reports, staying updated is crucial. But what exactly is changing in these reports, and why does it matter in today’s market? Let’s delve...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/exploring-the-evolution-of-landmark-climate-change-reports-whats-new/
When it comes to solicitors’ professional indemnity insurance (PII), the sun is starting to shine and we have good news to share. Alongside improvement in capacity, appetite and premium there’s a...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/welcome-to-howdens-latest-solicitors-pii-market-report/
The 2024 Hays Diversity, Equity & Inclusion survey is now live, and we want to hear your views on what’s really changed over the last five years when it comes...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/dei-at-work-whats-changed-hays-survey/
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