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BLACK, Susan deceased. Would anyone with information or knowing of the whereabouts of a Will made by the above, of Crescent Gardens, Bath, who died in 2022 aged 77, please...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/missing-will/
The Law Society scholarship programme for people from less advantaged backgrounds, Diversity Access Scheme (DAS), is now open for applications. DAS provides financial assistance for the Legal Practice Course and...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/the-law-society-diversity-access-scheme-now-open/
A new judicial reverse mentoring scheme is being run by the Judicial Office. The scheme matches aspiring judges from diverse backgrounds to salaried judges to foster a greater understanding of...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/judicial-reverse-mentoring-scheme-get-involved-deadline-3rd-march/
The Law Society are pleased to see the views and experiences of our members reflected in the National Audit Office (NAO) report on progress of court reform which was published...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/national-audit-office-nao-report-on-progress-of-court-reform/
In this edition of Premium Matters we answer some FAQs on renewing your PII in 2023 and have re-published an article entitled “Showcasing your firm at renewal” from our recent...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/howden-pii-renewal-faqs-and-showcasing-your-firm-on-renewal/
Guest article written by Jonathan Blair at Womble Bond Dickinson The annual lifecycles of all professional services firms have certain key milestones – Year-end, the annual promotions round, salary reviews,...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/the-boulder-in-the-road-issues-arising-from-partner-remuneration/
SME boards all over the world are alive with conversations about cybersecurity. It’s something lots of directors are learning on the job – many are just coming to terms with...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/tips-to-improve-the-quality-of-board-room-cyber-conversations/
Howden has launched the podcast channel: Fortune Favours the Brave. This is a regular podcast for business leaders exploring how businesses can harness risks and use them to their advantage....
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/podcast-considering-a-secondment-the-benefits-risks-issues-for-professional-services-firms/
Howden has launched the podcast channel: Fortune Favours the Brave. This is a regular podcast for business leaders exploring how businesses can harness risks and use them to their advantage....
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/podcast-solicitors-putting-things-right-when-a-mistake-has-been-made-what-should-you-do/
New research questionnaire launched by The Solicitors’ Charity Plea for solicitors to have their say in what the profession needs Interviews with charity CEO, Nick Gallagher available on request ‘Solicitors,...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/charity-urges-solicitors-to-take-part-in-research-to-better-support-needs-of-the-profession/
Local law firm, Barcan+Kirby, continue their sponsorship of Gloucestershire Cricket for a further three years, after agreeing a new sponsorship deal with the Club. Having first partnered with Gloucestershire in...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/barcan-kirby-signs-new-three-year-partnership-agreement-with-glos-cricket/
Landmark Climate Change Series: Introduction to Climate Change and Property Due Diligence – Landmark Academy (landmarkacademyhub.co.uk) Landmark Climate Change Series: How will flood risk be affected by climate change –...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/recorded-webinars-landmark-climate-change-series/
The National Minimum Wage is set to rise to £10.42 from April 1, 2023. The new rate applies to all people aged 23 and over. Rates applying to younger people...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/national-minimum-wage-to-rise-from-april-2023/
Sewers and water pipes – What are the rules
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/sewers-and-water-pipes-what-are-the-rules-wessex-searches/
Sewer ownership diagram
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/sewer-ownership-diagram-wessex-searches/
Water pipes ownership diagram
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/water-pipes-ownership-diagram-wessex-searches/
LawCare are pleased to announce the launch of their new free online course for legal professionals about working with others. Go to the new course LawCare have collaborated with academics...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/lawcare-and-academics-launch-fit-for-law-part-2-working-with-others/
The MoJ has announced the appointment of CodeBase and Legal Geek as the new LawtechUK providers, starting on April 1. LawtechUK will be taken forwards by this new partnership taking...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/announcement-of-new-lawtechuk-providers/
The legal practice productivity solution LEAP supports over 23,000 legal professionals from more than 2,600 law firms across the UK and Ireland, helping them to work more efficiently and grow...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/supporters/leap-legal-software/
The Law Society regularly engage with the Ministry of Justice and the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) on those issues impacting members. Following a recent meeting, the OPG would...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/query-for-membership-issues-with-certified-lpas-organisations/
Chief Operating Officer of Taunton School, Nikki Miller joins VWV as Schools Advisor. Barney Northover, head of VWV’s Independent Schools Sector commented on Nikki’s appointment: “We are delighted that Nikki...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/in-house-independent-schools-specialist-joins-vwv/
Thrings has claimed victory at this year’s Bath Life Awards, winning the Legal category and reinforcing its status as one of the best firms in the region. Among the highlights...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/thrings-celebrated-with-win-at-bath-life-awards/
Thrings is continuing to retain the talent being nurtured through its trainee scheme with the appointment of three newly qualified solicitors – Georgina James, Jake Wennen and Rhiannon Forbes. Georgina...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/remarkable-young-talent-continuing-to-flourish-at-thrings-with-latest-round-of-qualifications/
In the majority of deceased estates, solicitors and probate practices have the relevant expertise and experience to handle the issues which arise. However, where matters start to get more complex,...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/legacy-services-helping-to-support-your-clients/
With the balance of economic, social and cultural power increasingly shifting in the direction of the millennials now rising through the workforce, as an employer you might be asking: what...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/are-millennials-having-their-moment/
Hays What Workers Want Survey 2023 As part of our ongoing commitment to collecting and sharing meaningful insights into the employment market, we’re looking at what workers want when it...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/uk-what-workers-want-2023-survey-by-hays/
The Bristol Law Society are happy to welcome Gabrielle (Gaby) Laurin as the council’s Bath Representative. Gaby is a Trainee Solicitor at RWK Goodman, based in Bath. Originally from Montreal,...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/a-quick-introduction-to-gabrielle-laurin-blss-bath-rep/
London – 20th April 2023 – Landmark Information Group has announced a Sustainability Pledge to lead the way in sustainability matters for the UK’s land and property sector. As climate...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/landmark-sustainability-pledge/
The national Tolley’s Taxation Awards have recognised our firm as finalists in the Regional Tax Practice of the Year category – a category we have previously been shortlisted in several...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/milsted-langdon-named-finalists-at-national-taxation-awards/
The Parade March is free for members of the public to take part in just turn up and join. Business groups, charities and large groups are asked to register. There...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/bristol-pride-day-parade-march-saturday-8th-july/
For many clients, the expenses related to litigation and dispute resolution are a significant concern. After-the-Event (ATE) legal expenses insurance can be used to reduce the risk of litigating and...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/after-the-event-insurance/
The Lyes Family are sad to announce the passing of Jean Lyes, wife of Past President of Bristol Law Society, Jack Lyes. A service will be held at Bristol Memorial...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/obituary-of-jean-lyes-wife-of-past-president-jack-lyes/
50% more new clients in 2022 All primary clients received one-off awards to help with the cost-of-living crisis Funding for 284 solicitors to access emotional wellbeing or mental health support...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/the-solicitors-charity-big-report-highlights-50-rise-in-support-last-year/
The Law Society is undertaking a further practice fee consultation on the back of feedback from last year and as part of its Corporate Strategy to deliver improved services. Please...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/the-law-society-practising-certificate-fee-consultation-2023-24/
It is with sadness that we advise John Westcott MBE, died peacefully at home on 21 April. Mr Westcott worked as a solicitor at Veale Wasbrough in Bristol, specialising in...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/obituary-of-john-westcott-mbe-past-president/
Anxiety is the theme of this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) and LawCare, the legal mental health and wellbeing charity, are highlighting the prevalence of anxiety in the legal...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/this-mental-health-awareness-week-lawcare-is-getting-the-legal-community-talking-about-anxiety-15-to-21-may/
Angus Lyon, LawCare volunteer and former solicitor who now works counselling lawyers online, writes about anxiety in the legal profession for Mental Health Awareness Week. There’s an old New Yorker...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/anxiety-get-help/
We would like to thank you for your participation in our recent webinar, “The Law Society Guidance on the Impact of Climate Change on Solicitors: What does this mean for...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/landmark-information-climate-change-resources/
Contact adh@enterpriselaw.co.uk or hello@bristolbreakfastrotary.org.uk 2023 05 09 Are you able to support overseas lawyers
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/are-you-able-to-support-overseas-lawyers-bristol-breakfast-rotary-club/
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