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Latest news and information for legal professionals in the Tyneside and Northumberland regions

Free Seminar and Networking Event
April 11, 2024
Free Seminar and Networking Event

Free seminar and networking event hosted by the Law Society’s Property Section is taking place in Newcastle on 1 May 2024, at Northumbria University. This seminar will focus on the Building Safety Act 2022.

LegalTech Seminar
April 9, 2024
LegalTech Seminar

Newcastle Law Society in conjunction with the University of Law are hosting a LegalTech breakfast seminar on 24th April 2024 from 8.30am to 10.30am

Newcastle upon Tyne Law Society Annual Lecture
March 24, 2024
Newcastle upon Tyne Law Society Annual Lecture

The Annual Lecture will take place on 9th May 2024 and will be given by the Honourable Mr Justice Nicklin.

Nominate your Legal Heroes
February 18, 2024
Nominate your Legal Heroes

Solicitors are the backbone of the justice system, and our Legal Heroes are people who use their skills, expertise and drive to put the interests of others first.

New Online Conference for Newcastle Law Society Conveyancers
January 31, 2024
New Online Conference for Newcastle Law Society Conveyancers

Inaugural conference open to Newcastle Law Society members is taking place on 7th March 2024. It will be looking at the Building Safety Act, Climate Change Reporting, the digital Conveyancing Revolution and the new Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill.
 

Consultations and Call for Evidence in Probate Matters
December 11, 2023
Consultations and Call for Evidence in Probate Matters

Newcastle Law Society tries to respond to as many relevant consultation papers as we can. As you might imagine this can be time consuming but it is an important part of making sure our members views are at least heard by those seeking changes which will influence our working lives. There is an important Call for Evidence from the Justice Select Committee in relation to problems with the Probate system. Read on to see how you can help.

Fixed Recoverable Costs Explained
October 27, 2023
Fixed Recoverable Costs Explained

Newcastle Law Society is hosting a seminar on October's Fixed Recoverable Costs reforms. Book now to reserve your place.

Returning to the Profession?
August 17, 2023
Returning to the Profession?

Newcastle Law Society has set up a mentoring scheme for returners to the profession. This is open to persons who are already qualified as Solicitors of the Senior Courts of England and Wales and who reside in or intend to work in the north-east of England. 

Newcastle upon Tyne Law Society Prizes
August 16, 2023
Newcastle upon Tyne Law Society Prizes

The Newcastle upon Tyne Law Society invites applications for the Newcastle Prize 2023 and the University of Northumbria MLaw Exempting Degree Prize 2023.

Simplifying AML Compliance: Introducing Amiqus
July 3, 2023
Simplifying AML Compliance: Introducing Amiqus

Newcastle Law Society is pleased to introduce Amiqus as our new sponsor and patron.