Solicitors could still face sanction for delays caused by other parties, LeO warns
When a client complains, the ombudsman will want to see evidence firms tried to progress matters.
Public to see data on 'avoidable' conveyancing errors
Current data published by HM Land Registry does not distinguish between avoidable and unavoidable errors.
Conveyancers still in the dark on material information
Law Society seeking answers for conveyancers after decision to withdraw 2023 guidance on material information for estate and letting agents.
New practice note for conveyancers on climate change
Law Society publishes voluntary guidance to help solicitors cope with a complex new challenge.
Rights of light: defence against the dark arts
Commercial property.
The minefield of residential Stamp Duty Land Tax
The last decade has seen multiple layers of complexity added to Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) on residential purchases, leaving many taxpayers unsure of their liability. (Sponsored content).
Room at the top
Lawyers are fighting to stay on the right side of the market’s ‘bifurcation’, while a slowdown in transactions is fuelling disputes.
Letters roundup
An accountant for Leveson, systemic failures of the county court and working from home: your letters to the editor.
TA6 consultation: key findings and Law Society response
The Law Society conducted an extensive and independently run consultation to understand how conveyancers viewed the fifth edition of the TA6 property information form and better understand members' concerns.
Letters roundup
Branded a liar by the SRA, an AML juggernaut creating mayhem and asking the question: 'are lawyers needed?' Your letters to the editor.
