Climate Change and Regulation: Essential Insights for Property Lawyers

Join Dr Henry Crosby of Martello to explore the growing importance of climate change considerations in property law. This session will equip conveyancers and commercial real estate lawyers with the latest insights into regulatory developments, including updates from The Law Society and anticipated changes that will shape legal obligations.

We will cover key climate risks such as flooding, ground stability and coastal erosion, examining their impact on both residential and commercial properties. With a focus on practical, actionable strategies, this seminar will help property lawyers navigate emerging challenges, safeguard client interests and ensure compliance.

Key topics include:

• Understanding regulatory shifts – Stay ahead of evolving climate-related requirements and their implications for property transactions
• Latest guidance from The Law Society – Learn about recent updates and upcoming regulatory changes
• Assessing climate risks – Gain essential knowledge on flooding, ground stability, coastal erosion and heat stress and their impact on property
• Managing risks in transactions – Practical strategies for mitigating climate risks, considering insurance factors and ensuring compliance
• Interpreting climate projections – Learn how to use Representative Concentration Pathways (RCPs) to inform due diligence
• Leveraging environmental reports – Understand their role in identifying and mitigating risks during transactions
• Advising clients effectively – Communicate climate-related risks with confidence and clarity

Harnessing market data as a growth catalyst for your conveyancing business

Richard will explore on how conveyancers can use data to growth and improve business performance in today’s competitive market. 

Key topics include:

• What data is traditionally available – and how to source it effectively
• What’s new and emerging in the world of conveyancing data
• How to use data to support business

To be confirmed soon

Problems with New Build Conveyancing

This presentation tackles issues that can arise with the contract documentation received whether it is from a developer or for a second-hand property less than 12 years old. It explores what to look out for and how to deal with it if it does arise.

Attendees will understand:  

• The issues that can arise with new build property
• How to deal with those situations
• Confidence in dealing with new build work

Zoe is a legal Trainer, speaker and expert property solicitor in all areas of property for over 20 years. Property and training are her passions which has led to Zoe training and supporting 1000’s of conveyancers over 20 years having headed up various training teams, law firms, lecturing and through her own business Practical Property Legal Training.