‘A pivotal moment in property’: how we’re supporting solicitors amid a sector in flux
From ambitious reforms to fast-moving tech, there was plenty to chew over at our annual property conference in October. While the conversations echoed what property solicitors deal with every day, they brought our role into sharp focus.
The UK government is promising to ‘shake up’ home buying and selling – but the door is open to influence its proposals
The proposed reforms offer a genuine chance to improve residential conveyancing for solicitors and their clients, provided the government gets them right.
How we’re helping
As a strong collective voice for the profession, we’re engaging directly with the government on your behalf, as well as responding to its two consultations.
Tell us what you think of the proposed reforms by completing our survey.
Learn more about our lobbying work at our free property power hour event.
Climate change is a growing concern for the property sector – but advising clients on climate risk need not be an added burden
Let’s get one thing straight: property solicitors don’t need to be climate experts.
What matters is being clear with clients about what you have – or haven’t – done for them.
How we’re helping
We’ve addressed calls for greater clarity by releasing our climate change and property practice note, which continues to evolve.
The practice note is supported by additional resources, including expert features and FAQs.
AI is equal parts exciting and daunting – but there’s a lot to learn from firms already embracing it
Wherever you are in your journey, members tell us that with the right processes in place and a good understanding of the risks, artificial intelligence (AI) can transform your practice.
How we’re helping
We offer essential guidance on the use of generative AI, along with resources to help you make the most of lawtech.
AI remains a big topic in law, says our chief executive Ian Jeffrey, and this is reflected in the first mission of our new corporate strategy
Legislative and policy changes are coming thick and fast – but you can turn to us for in-depth analysis and bitesize insights
Building safety. Leasehold and commonhold reform. Renters’ rights. Anti-money laundering. Stamp duty land tax.
The list goes on, as does the pressure to keep pace in an ever-changing landscape.
How we’re helping
We’re bringing you exclusive features, videos and commentary from the legal community through our Property Section and Property in Practice magazine.
Look out for Professional Update, our fortnightly email to property members featuring news, stories and resources for you and your practice.
Get the inside scoop on recent developments from our policy team at our free property power hour event.
Conveyancers are working harder than ever – but mental health comes first
As our president Mark Evans put it, conveyancing has gone from being a jigsaw with 100 pieces to one with 1,000.
Without proper coping strategies, the growing complexity and shifting client expectations can take their toll.
It’s time to make the switch to the new and improved TA6 – and there are plenty of reasons why you should
The latest edition of the TA6 property information form has been well received by members.
There’s still plenty of time to make the transition before 30 March 2026.
How we’re helping
We’re holding a free online event in January so you can get to grips with the new form and support your clients with confidence.
Preview the TA6 form and discover how we’ve improved it.