Commentary
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FeatureWhat should future conveyancing look like?
Peter Rodd comments on the detail in the recent government announcement to reform the home buying and selling process in England and Wales
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FeatureNavigating climate risk in property transactions
Tim Champney looks at the impact of climate change in property transactions, and how new tools and products can help firms
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Sponsored bySix signs of money laundering – and how to spot them
Richard Simms from AMLCC sets out how to identify money laundering in property transactions
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FeatureAttorneys’ power to gift properties
Ash Jones, land registrar at HM Land Registry, outlines the limits on attorneys’ powers to gift property under the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and explains what evidence is needed to avoid void transactions and registration errors
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FeatureRights of light and the modern cityscape
The High Court’s ruling in Cooper v Ludgate House Ltd and Powell v Ludgate House Ltd [2025] EWHC 1724 (Ch) offers key guidance for rights of lights disputes in urban developments. Matthew Weal, Hugh Le-Gear and Shanna Davison discuss the court’s approach, and the implications for developers and practitioners
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FeatureEight AML questions the SRA may ask
Richard Simms from AMLCC sets out the eight questions you should ask to establish if your firm is anti-money-laundering compliant before you get a visit from the Solicitors Regulation Authority
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Feature7 key considerations when advising on climate risk in property transactions
Warren Gordon outlines how the Law Society’s checklist for property practitioners can raise awareness of any relevant climate risks to clients
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FeatureRenters’ rights – 10 things you need to know
The Renters’ Rights Bill will result in some wide-ranging changes to the residential renting regime in England and Wales. David Smith answers some frequently asked questions about what practitioners can expect
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FeatureProtecting premises from terrorist attacks
The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 had royal assent in April 2025. Warren Gordon, Rosalind Morgan and Lukas Rootman look at how it will affect those responsible for relevant premises and events
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NewsStay informed and ahead at the Law Society conveyancing convention
Joanne Parsons outlines what will be covered at the upcoming online conveyancing convention on 17 June 2025, and what you can expect to learn
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FeatureAI and the drive to digitise
In light of the government’s plans to digitise the conveyancing process, Mark Hailwood of Law Society partner Dye & Durham, outlines how artificial intelligence can assist in speeding up delays
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VideosMember Talks: practical advice series
Hear up-to-date and practical guidance on key topics and new regulations in property law.
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FeatureCompulsory purchase powers – key changes
Shruti Trivedi outlines the proposed changes to the rules around compulsory purchase
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FeatureUsing AI in client due diligence
How artificial intelligence can assist property practitioners in vetting clients
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NewsAI and smart buildings
This report examines the intersection between artificial intelligence (AI), internet of things (IoT) technologies and smart buildings in the property sector.
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AnalysisUsing AI in property transactions
Anna Prozherina looks at the capabilities of artificial intelligence in property transactions and how it is likely to be used in the sector.
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FeatureWhy identity checks won’t make you AML compliant
Richard Simms, from our partner AMLCC, outlines how property practioners must do more than identity checks to protect themselves from money laundering risks
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VideosMember Talk series: Back-to-basics on land law
Catch up on significant topics within land law and gain practical guidance.
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AnalysisWords matter – interpreting clauses in a lease
Andrew Francis considers the recent judgment of the Supreme Court in Sara & Hossein Asset Holdings Limited v Blacks Outdoor Retail Limited [2023] UKSC 2 (“Sara & Hossein”) on interpreting clauses in a lease concerning service charge payments
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AnalysisProprietary estoppel – what is the proper remedy?
Jennifer Meech considers the Supreme Court decision in Guest v Guest [2022] UKSC 107 and the proper remedy for a claim in proprietary estoppel