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President's Newsletter - April 2026

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Lesley Fairclough's first newsletter as the newly elected President of The Newcastle and North of England Law Society.

News from New Park Court Chambers

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT

New Park Court Chambers share high profile announcements, briefings and notice of a forthcoming Family Seminar.

What Underwriters Look for Early in Serious Personal Injury and Catastrophic Injury Claims

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT

When a serious personal injury or catastrophic injury claim is referred to us, underwriters quickly start looking for indicators that suggest it may develop into a high-value matter. In this article we take a look at three key elements involved.

Law firms - Registering as a tax adviser with HMRC

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT

If your law firm interacts with HMRC about someone else’s tax affairs then you may be affected by the changes coming in on 18 May 2026.

Webinars for new and retiring partners of a law firm

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT

PKF Francis Clark share two highly recommended webinars with Society members - 'Becoming a self-employed member of a law firm' webinar and 'Retirement from a law firm' webinar.

Hidden threats to retirement: Understanding sequencing risk

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Retirement planning is often viewed through the lens of long-term averages – average returns, average life expectancy, average withdrawal rates. Yet real world outcomes rarely follow neat averages. Azets Wealth Management can offer advice and support.

Making your Law Firm's Website Work in an AI-Driven World

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Made up of a team of CIM Chartered Marketers, Cal Partners www.calpartners.co.uk is an award-winning professional services marketing agency headed by a former practising solicitor that connects marketing strategy, user behaviour and evolving search technologies to deliver impactful results for our clients.

Smart Works North East

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Our President is delighted to announce one of her chosen charities of the year - Smart Works North East.

Suitability - joint Charity of the Year

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Suitability - a Society Matters initiative becomes the President's second charity of the year.

Stone Recruitment Group

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

SRG Legal announced as Gold Sponsor of The Newcastle & North of England Law Society

Azets Wealth Management sponsor the Society

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Azets Wealth Management is proud to become the newest partner of The Newcastle and North of England Law Society (NNELS), strengthening our long-standing relationship with the region and expanding the support available to legal professionals, their clients, and their businesses.

Newcastle and North East JLD

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The Newcastle and North-East Junior Lawyers Division have a new Committee. See who they are and find out how to make contact with the group.

President's Newsletter - March 2026

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The President Paul Brown comes to the end of his presidential year and reports for the last time.

Update on VAT Partial exemption in law firms – "Protect and Plan"

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT

PKF Francis Clark share further information and provide an update on VAT Partial exemption in law firms.

The President's Newsletter - February 2026

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The President's Newsletter - highlighting all the forthcoming events in the Society's calendar

When Defendants Overreach: Costs Consequences in Failed Dishonesty Allegations

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Introduction Temple Legal Protection, a sponsor of Newcastle Upon Tyne Law Society, presents an article by Bipin Regmi, Senior Underwriter, reflecting on the cost consequences of making dishonesty or fraud allegations that are not upheld by the court.

Introducing Source of Funds: Banking Insights by Amiqus

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Source of funds checks are a critical part of effective anti-money laundering controls — but they’re also one of the most time-consuming and challenging parts of the process. Reviewing large volumes of bank transactions, evidencing decisions, and spotting genuine risk can put real pressure on fee earners and compliance teams.

Family Briefing by Emma Hughes, Barrister at New Park Court Chambers

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT

In her Family Law practice, Emma has a wealth of experience of both private and public family matters. She is regularly instructed within private family law proceedings by both applicants and respondents in applications such as Child Arrangement Orders to determine residence and contact for a child, specific issues and prohibited steps orders.

Enquiries UI gets smarter, clearer, and more intuitive

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT

From 7,000 workspaces to one streamlined view: Enquiries UI gets smarter, clearer, and more intuitive

Read InfoTrack’s latest thinking from Chris Watt, Senior Product Manager.

Ministry of Justice Consultation – Interest on Client Account Scheme

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Consultation Response provided by PKF Francis Clark