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Smart Works North East
March 29, 2026
Smart Works North East

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

Suitability - joint Charity of the Year
March 29, 2026
Suitability - joint Charity of the Year

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

Stone Recruitment Group
March 26, 2026
Stone Recruitment Group

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

Azets Wealth Management sponsor the Society
March 26, 2026
Azets Wealth Management sponsor the Society

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
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.