Join us for a full day of professional development, networking, and industry insights at the Bold Legal Group Conveyancing Conference & Soirée.
🗓️ Wednesday 11th June 2025 📍 Regent’s University, London
This event brings together conveyancers, solicitors, and industry leaders to stay informed on key legislation and industry trends. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with peers, discuss challenges, and explore solutions shaping the future of conveyancing.
The conference will feature keynote talks, panel discussions, breakout sessions, and a supplier’s exhibition, followed by our evening soirée for informal networking in a relaxed setting. The beautiful venue at Regent’s University, London, in the heart of Regent’s Park, offers the perfect backdrop for a day of learning and collaboration.
In addition to morning coffee and pastries, we’ll be serving a fantastic BBQ lunch, with something for everyone.
Bold Legal Group Conference Exclusive
Let’s stop raising unnecessary enquiries
A brand-new Unnecessary Enquiries Guidance Document will be revealed at the conference.
Compiled by frontline conveyancers, for frontline conveyancers — this practical resource tackles the growing issue head-on.
Agenda Highlights:
🔹TA6 and the Future of Conveyancing – A conversation with Mark Evans: Vice President, The Law Society of England and Wales
🔹Conveyancers and Agents – How better collaboration results in smoother transactions
🔹The Five Biggest Drawbacks of Not Using Legal AI in Your Law Firm – Presented by Headline Sponsor, LEAP
🔹The Innovations and the Data at the Heart of Digital Conveyancing
🔹From FML to AML, The Story of Source of Funds
🔹Re-imagining Client Onboarding: Customisation, Compliance & Control in the Digital Age
🔹Creating Enduring Efficiencies in Conveyancing
🔹Leasehold vs Commonhold – Which System Works Best?
🔹Client Accounts – Should They Be Interfered With?
🔹Climate Change, Conveyancing, and Conveyancers – What are the implications of the Law Society Practice Note
What to Expect:
✅ Network with fellow delegates and peers throughout the day
✅ Gain CPD insights on the latest issues and skills for today’s conveyancer, with expert speakers from the industry
✅ Stay up to date with key legislation affecting conveyancers now and in the future
✅ Discover the latest technology solutions to drive efficiencies in your business
The past few years have been extraordinarily challenging for conveyancers, with unprecedented market demand. It’s time for the issues that matter most to be addressed head-on. Don’t miss this invaluable opportunity to connect, learn, and unwind with your peers.
We look forward to welcoming you!
08:45
Registration, Networking Coffee, and Exhibitor Showcase
Refreshments sponsored by PEXA
09:30
Welcome and Introduction
Rob Hailstone, CEO & Founder, Bold Legal Group
09:35
TA6 and the Future of Conveyancing – A conversation with Mark Evans: Vice President, The Law Society of England and Wales
Speakers: Mark Evans, Vice President, The Law Society of England and Wales / Rob Hailstone, CEO & Founder, Bold Legal Group
With a background in conveyancing, and with his Presidency of The Law Society beginning in October, Mark Evans is well placed to share his perspective on where the profession is heading, and how we might get there. He’ll also provide the latest on the TA6 issue and what it means for practice. Join us for a candid conversation with one of the profession’s key figures as we look to the future.
10:15
Conveyancers and Agents – How better collaboration results in smoother transactions
Speakers: to be announced
Featuring first sight of the new Unnecessary Enquiries Guidance Document
10:45
Networking Coffee and Exhibitor Showcase
Refreshments sponsored by PEXA
11:10
The Five Biggest Drawbacks of Not Using Legal AI in Your Law Firm
Presented by Headline Sponsor, LEAP
Speakers: Craig Dade, Business Developemnt Manager, LEAP / Amy Church, Managing Partner, Lucas & Wyllys
AI isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about improving the quality of legal work, reducing burnout, and enhancing profitability. From legal research to case law summarisation and litigation support, AI is already proving its value.
In this session, we’ll break down five of the biggest drawbacks of not using Legal AI and why ignoring this technology could leave your firm at a serious disadvantage.
We’ll also discuss:
- The risks of inefficiency and lost revenue
- How AI can enhance accuracy and reduce human error
- Ways AI alleviates workload stress and improves lawyer satisfaction
- The competitive advantage firms gain by integrating AI
- Practical steps for adopting AI successfully in your practice
This session finishes at 11:50, offering delegates five-minutes to make their way to the next session if going to Breakout Session Two in Herringham Hall
11:55
Breakout Sessions: Choose to attend one of the following
Session One: The Innovations and the Data at the Heart of Digital Conveyancing
Tuke Hall – Sponsored by InfoTrack
Speaker: Louise Edwardes, Head of Product, InfoTrack
Ten years after InfoTrack launched we invite you to join their Head of Product Louise Edwardes to explore the technology that’s driving the digitisation of conveyancing today; delivering greater transparency, efficiency, and… even quality throughout the process. Louise will look at how we can gather data from a growing number of sources to power increasingly sophisticated solutions tackling the unique challenges of Enquiries, Client Reporting, and Post Completion.
Session Two: From FML to AML, The Story of Source of Funds
Herringham Hall – Sponsored by Thirdfort
Speaker: Jack Bidgood, MD and Co-Founder, Thirdfort
Join Thirdfort founder Jack as he explores the evolution of source of funds verification and technology. From a frustrating pile of bank statements to app-based checks, Jack draws on AML history, real verification data, and industry insights to examine current challenges, emerging solutions and offers predictions and an opportunity to discuss the future of this complex but necessary technology.
12:35
BBQ Lunch, Networking Coffee, and Exhibitor Showcase
Refreshments sponsored by PEXA
13:35
Climate Change, Conveyancing, and Conveyancers – What are the implications of the Law Society Practice Note
Chair: Stephen Sykes, Head of Environment, Climate and Sustainability Law, Capital Law
Panellists: Alasdair Cameron, Policy Adviser: Climate change and Planning and Environmental Law, The Law Society / Richard Flemmings, CEO, Map Impact / Oliver Baldock, Director, Ashfield Solutions / Catherine Shiers, Customer Engagement Director, Groundsure / Edward Donne, Director – Professional Indemnity, Howden
Following the publication of the Law Society’s Practice Note on climate change, conveyancers now face the task of understanding what it means in practice. This session will explore the implications of the new guidance, how it may affect day-to-day work, what steps firms and individuals can take to comply, and what ‘light touch’ compliance would look like. It will also consider the expectations of homebuyers, lenders, and insurers, alongside the growing need to assess a broader range of both acute and chronic climate-related risks. Above all, conveyancers will need practical guidance that is easy to use and helps minimise the ever-growing list of information they’re expected to provide, enabling the profession to respond effectively and proportionately to climate-related responsibilities.
This session finishes at 14:15, offering delegates five-minutes to make their way to the next session if going to Breakout Session Four in Herringham Hall
14:20
Breakout Sessions: Choose to attend one of the following
Session Three: Re-imagining Client Onboarding: Customisation, Compliance & Control in the Digital Age
Tuke Hall – Sponsored by tmGroup
Chair: Jonathan Stebbings, Chief Commercial Officer, tmGroup
Panellists: Jon Horton, Product Director, tmGroup / Louise Hazell, Partner, Lightfoots Solicitors / Suman Dally, Partner and Head of Conveyancing, Swiitch
In an era where expectations for speed, security, and user experience are higher than ever, client onboarding remains one of the most pressing challenges for law firms and conveyancers. This session explores how firms can overcome hurdles in onboarding — from regulatory compliance to client communication — and leverage technology to design tailored journeys that reflect their brand, workflow, and risk appetite.
Session Four: Creating Enduring Efficiencies in Conveyancing
Herringham Hall – Sponsored by Ochresoft
Speaker: Rob Gurney, Managing Director, Ochresoft
The property transaction process is fragmented. Digitisation has a significant role to play in unlocking the full potential of the property market but firstly action is required to address some longstanding process inefficiencies.
Join Rob Gurney, MD of Ochresoft as he gets to the bottom of the ‘meat and potatoes’ of conveyancing. Rob will explore realistic opportunities of standardising the way that relevant information is shared earlier, how this will improve collaboration and transparency between all stakeholders in the property transaction and ultimately bring greater certainty and speed to transactions.
15:00
Networking Coffee and Exhibitor Showcase
Refreshments sponsored by PEXA
15:25
Leasehold vs Commonhold – Which System Works Best?
Speakers: to be announced
Commonhold was first introduced in England and Wales in 2002 but has failed to be used as a widespread form of homeownership. In 2020, the Law Commission published a report on reinvigorating commonhold as an alternative to leasehold ownership. Listen to two experts discuss the pros and cons of both systems.
15:50
Session to be announced
16:00
Client Accounts – Should They Be Interfered With?
Chair: David Opie, Managing Director, Today’s Media
Panellists: Angela Hesketh, Head of Market Development, PEXA / Mark Slade, CEO, Fidler & Pepper / Phil Edwards, Managing Director, Quality PI / Robert Stevens, Head of Property Risk, Nationwide
The Solicitors Regulation Authority is considering changes that could remove solicitors’ ability to hold client money, potentially shifting funds to Third Party Managed Accounts. At the same time, several organisations are looking to take over the property payment process, reducing conveyancers’ role in handling funds. These developments follow the Bank of England’s proposals for greater payment synchronisation across sectors.
Our expert panel, featuring voices both for and against the changes, will explore the potential impact on law firms, clients, lenders, and the future of conveyancing.
16:50
Closing Remarks
Rob Hailstone, CEO & Founder, Bold Legal Group / Mark Evans, Vice President, The Law Society of England and Wales
17:00
Networking Soirée
Drinks sponsored by The ESTAS Group / Entertainment & Canapés sponsored by Hoowla
19:00
Networking Soirée
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Regent’s University London, Inner Circle, Regent’s Park, London, NW1 4NS
Our central London venue is situated in the city’s peaceful Regent’s Park, easily accessible via tube, walking or road.
Nearest Tube Stations
Baker Street
The venue is an 8-minute walk from Baker Street. Exit the tube station, turn right along the A501. Walk past Madame Tussauds and turn left at the traffic light onto York Gate. Continue onto York Bridge, the venue is 150 yards on the left.
Regent’s Park
The venue is a 15-minute walk from Regent’s Park. Walk west on the A501 towards Park Crescent. Turn right onto York Gate. Continue onto York Bridge, the venue is 150 yards on the left.