Riverview launches separate tech business (LF)
Riverview Law is setting up a separate business which will own and exploit the technology built by the alternative business structure over the last three years.
Will rising property prices wipe out savings on Stamp Duty? (PIE)
Chancellor George Osborne had a cunning plan when it came to his reform of Stamp Duty Land Tax.
What makes a good conveyancer in the 21st Century? (EAT)
Many conveyancers would assume that estate agents would answer this question by saying, “one that can achieve a quick exchange without asking many, if any, questions and one that pays […]
LS did not seek advice on Sharia law before issuing wills guidance
The Law Society did not consult any experts in Sharia law before issuing the controversial practice note on Sharia-compliant wills that it was forced to withdraw last month, it has […]
Transparency urged on ‘right to light’
Litigation over the so-called ‘right to light’ could be reduced by law reforms, according to the Law Commission. In the final report of a study begun in 2012, the commission […]
Man awaits sentencing after property fraud trial (PIE)
A 46-year-old man is awaiting sentence after being been found guilty of property-related fraud.
Agents burn midnight oil after Chancellor’s Stamp Duty reforms (PIE)
Reforms to Stamp Duty Land Tax which kicked in at midnight caused mayhem in much of the market on Wednesday.
23% of deals fall through because of poor communications, say conveyancers (EAT)
Some 23 per cent of transactions have fallen through because of delays caused by poor communication between lawyers, lenders and estate agents, according to a survey commissioned by the Conveyancing […]
Consumer panel: “remarkable innovation” is deregulation going too far? (LF)
The Legal Services Consumer Panel today expressed concerned that “the recent emphasis on deregulation… is being taken too far”, while also praising the innovation seen to date through ABSs.
Osborne’s tax changes take gloss off benefits of incorporating law firms (LF)
The tax benefits for law firms of incorporating have been reduced thanks to surprise changes announced by the Chancellor in this week’s Autumn Statement.
Negligence actions against law firms soar (LSG)
The number of professional negligence claims against law firms in the High Court has almost tripled in a year.
Conveyancing Association supports improved communication with estate agents
The Conveyancing Association has today launched a new Best Practice Guide to help improve communication between conveyancers and estate agents.