News
Latest news and information for legal professionals in the Tyneside and Northumberland regions
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- December 11, 2023
- Consultations and Call for Evidence in Probate Matters
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Newcastle Law Society tries to respond to as many relevant consultation papers as we can. As you might imagine this can be time consuming but it is an important part of making sure our members views are at least heard by those seeking changes which will influence our working lives. There is an important Call for Evidence from the Justice Select Committee in relation to problems with the Probate system. Read on to see how you can help.
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- October 27, 2023
- Fixed Recoverable Costs Explained
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Newcastle Law Society is hosting a seminar on October's Fixed Recoverable Costs reforms. Book now to reserve your place.
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- August 17, 2023
- Returning to the Profession?
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Newcastle Law Society has set up a mentoring scheme for returners to the profession. This is open to persons who are already qualified as Solicitors of the Senior Courts of England and Wales and who reside in or intend to work in the north-east of England.
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- August 16, 2023
- Newcastle upon Tyne Law Society Prizes
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The Newcastle upon Tyne Law Society invites applications for the Newcastle Prize 2023 and the University of Northumbria MLaw Exempting Degree Prize 2023.
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- July 3, 2023
- Simplifying AML Compliance: Introducing Amiqus
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Newcastle Law Society is pleased to introduce Amiqus as our new sponsor and patron.
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- June 15, 2023
- Newcastle and North East JLD
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The Newcastle and North-East Junior Lawyers Division have a new Committee. See who they are and find out how to make contact with the group.
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- June 1, 2023
- Area Visits
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Our programme of Area Visits has started. Check our Events page for details of when we will be in your vicinity.
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- May 19, 2023
- Retired Solicitors Association welcomes the new President
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The Retired Solicitors'Association invites our new President Emma to speak at their lunchtime meeting on 7th June 2023.
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- May 4, 2023
- Local Law Society forum on Climate Change
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Our Law Society Council Member, Allan Devine, attended the Local Law Societies Forum on Climate Change on 26 April 2023 and tells us more about the new climate change guidance published by the Law Society of England and Wales and concerns for solicitors.
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- April 14, 2023
- AGM - New President for Newcastle Law Society
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Emma Heather was elected President at the AGM on 27th March 2023. The evening also marked our tribute to 100 years of Women in the Law.