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Newcastle and North East JLD
February 25, 2026
Newcastle and North East JLD

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
February 24, 2026
President's Newsletter - March 2026

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"
February 24, 2026
Update on VAT Partial exemption in law firms – "Protect and Plan"

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

The President's Newsletter - February 2026
February 3, 2026
The President's Newsletter - February 2026

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

When Defendants Overreach: Costs Consequences in Failed Dishonesty Allegations
February 3, 2026
When Defendants Overreach: Costs Consequences in Failed Dishonesty Allegations

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
February 3, 2026
Introducing Source of Funds: Banking Insights by Amiqus

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
February 2, 2026
Family Briefing by Emma Hughes, Barrister at New Park Court Chambers

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
February 1, 2026
Enquiries UI gets smarter, clearer, and more intuitive

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
February 1, 2026
Ministry of Justice Consultation – Interest on Client Account Scheme

Consultation Response provided by PKF Francis Clark

PKF Francis Clark - the Society's new sponsor
January 13, 2026
PKF Francis Clark - the Society's new sponsor

The Newcastle and North of England Law Society have pleasure in announcing it's new sponsor, PKF Francis Clark.