Today’s Conveyancer Feature: The Leasehold Problem
Along with rising property prices and the growing reports of property fraud, leasehold problems have been a frequent feature in both conveyancing and mainstream reports over the past year. This article will explore the progression of leaseholds and reform proposals, as well as highlighting the views of industry experts on both the problems with the system and […]
Most customers search online for legal services – how do you make sure they find you?
The way in which legal services are delivered is changing, with the need to stand out from competitors at an all-time high.
InfoTrack and Lexis® Visualfiles™ CMS integration key to efficiency
Key to the value of this powerful integration is the seamless two-way flow of information between legal workflow and case management system, Visualfiles and InfoTrack.
CLC urges firms to promote the features and quality of their services to consumers
The Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC) is urging firms to improve the way they promote the features and quality of their services to help consumers move away from a focus on price alone. This follows recommendations from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).
Law Society settles case over CQS training
The case which saw the Law Society described as having abused its position has recently been settled according to recent reports.
The cost of neighbour disputes
Dickinson v Cassillas [2017] EWCA Civ 1254
Are you ready for the Criminal Finances Act 2017?
It’s just two days until the Criminal Finance Act 2017 (CFA) comes into effect, do you know what it means for your firm?
Most firms fail to follow up after quotes conversation
A report reviewing the email quotes letters of over 100 firms has recently been released.
Today’s Talk: Property Fraud in the Conveyancing Sector (Part 2)
This week we’ll be once again focusing on property fraud in the conveyancing sector.
Trade body calls advocates leasehold alternative
A review of property ownership tenures is being called for by the Conveyancing Association (CA).
Information proposals should benefit public and law firms
Better information on price and quality of service will help the public make better legal choices and law firms find new clients, according to proposals from the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA). The SRA wants to tackle the problem that it can be hard for people to find useful information on either price or quality of […]
Moneypenny diversifies with new Live Chat service
Moneypenny, the leading outsourced communications provider for the legal industry, is further expanding its business with the launch of its new Live Chat service.
LFS Awards: Winners Reaction
The Law Firm Services awards took place last week, recognising a wide range of achievements across the conveyancing sector.
“Price transparency should be seen as an opportunity for firms”
The proposed introduction of price transparency could provide firms with a positive opportunity to differentiate their services from competitors.
Did we see you at last week’s LFS?
The Today’s Conveyancer team were thrilled to have attended the much-anticipated Law Firm Services Conference and Awards last week, with the annual event failing to disappoint.
Property Search Group announces spectacles appeal for World Sight Day
In Property Search Group’s 20th year, 3 of its South West offices have joined forces to raise money for international charity Vision Aid Overseas.
Redbrick Solutions celebrate record number of client wins at LFS Awards
Redbrick Solutions were delighted to celebrate a record number of client wins at one of the UK’s largest Conveyancing Awards last week.
4 days and counting until the Criminal Finance Act comes into effect
The Criminal Finances Act 2017 received Royal Assent on 27th April 2017 and was the UK Government’s response to the “Panama Papers” scandal.
Shared ownership activity drops
Recent research has revealed a fall in shared ownership transactions across most of England and Wales. According to My Home Move, shared ownership activity has dropped in 7 out of 9 regions, despite a number of Government attempts to increase access to the property ladder for house hunters. The research, based on around 50,000 transactions […]
LFS Lender Panel Debate: COTs, CQS and ID Checks
A range of interesting topics were highlighted during the Lender Panel Debate at last week’s Law Firm Services Conference.
