Legal CPD Courses

Damage by Tree Roots

In circumstances where the roots of a tree have caused damage to a neighbouring property for example, the owner of the tree can be liable, under the law of nuisance, for such damage. However, in order for damage to be “reasonably foreseeable” it is necessary to show that the “defendant” knew or ought to have known, that such damage would arise. Delivered by experienced lecturer Richard Quenby, this course consider why the long-held approach that liability is always established merely by the proximity of trees to buildings built on shri ... See more

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Fracking and Property Rights

with Richard Quenby

Shale gas exploitation is currently high on the political, economic and environmental agenda as estimates suggest that the UK could meet around 10% of its current gas needs, if shale gas is extracted at a commercial rate.In a bid to encourage hydrochloric fracturing (fracking), the Government are considering controversial plans which would allow this to take place under homes without the owners’ permission.This course delivered by experienced property practitioner Richard Quenby, will examine fracking from a conveyancing perspective ... See more

167 Users Enrolled

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Unregistered Conveyancing

with Richard Quenby

Under the ‘unregistered’ system of conveyancing in England and Wales, it is the seller’s responsibility to show the buyer documentary evidence to prove their ownership of the land. This course, delivered by experienced property practitioner and lecturer Richard Quenby, will give consideration to the perspectives of both the buyer and seller and will examine the tasks which need to be undertaken when selling, buying or charging an unregistered property.

5

251 Users Enrolled

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SDLT and CGT Traps for Conveyancers

with Stephen Desmond

The role of a conveyancer sometimes overlaps with the need to advise a client on taxation issues or refer the client to a tax specialist. Therefore, a key challenge for a property lawyer who is not a tax specialist is to ensure that important taxation implications of a property transaction are not overlooked. This course, delivered by experienced property practitioner and lecturer Stephen Desmond, will provide viewers with an overview of the key aspects of property-related taxation that you may come across in daily practice and will offer guid ... See more

219 Users Enrolled

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Acting for Elderly Conveyancing Clients

with Stephen Desmond

Acting for senior citizens in property transactions can sometimes present a variety of risks for lawyer and client alike. For instance, there is the risk of undue influence or lack of capacity, or the transaction would appear not to be in the client’s best interests. During this webinar Stephen Desmond will discuss the steps that the property lawyer can take to identify clients at risk and to act in their best interests.

5

190 Users Enrolled

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Co-ownership Trust Deeds and Gifts of Property

with Stephen Desmond

Co-ownership, Trust Deeds and Gifts of Property are the subject of increasing importance for conveyancers. For those whom properties will be purchased jointly, at some stage a significant proportion of these people will encounter an irretrievable relationship breakdown. How the conveyancer advises on the initial declaration of trust is crucial. During this webinar Stephen Desmond will discuss how to recognise when a client should be referred to an other practitioner for specific advice regarding relationship breakdown while ensuring the matter ... See more

4

184 Users Enrolled

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Seller Disclose or Buyer Beware

with Datalaw Team

Conveyancers, including those registered with the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme, are familiar with the Protocol. However, the Protocol itself says that its use is considered preferred practice, and that the best interests of the client take precedence over its provisions. This course will provide viewers with an outline of the legal and practical implications which will affect them as a result of the various aspects of the Protocol that are not set out therein. In addition, an understanding of the Standard Conditions of Sale is ... See more

3

164 Users Enrolled

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First Time Buyers Help to Buy and Parental Gifts

with Stephen Desmond

A number of challenges can arise when acting for first time buyers. This course, delivered by experienced property practitioner and lecturer Stephen Desmond, is designed primarily for conveyancers and will focus on common issues associated with transactions involving clients who are first time buyers. In addition, Stephen will provide offer useful hints and tips on how to advise clients in practice.

179 Users Enrolled

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Protecting Yourself when Acting for High Risk Conveyancing Clients

with Stephen Desmond

Conveyancing transactions involving high-risk clients present additional challenges for the property lawyer. During this course, experienced lecturer Stephen Desmond will focus on two key challenges facing property practitioners; How to identify when a client is more likely to pose a risk to you and what steps should you take in order to reduce these risks? In addition, this course will also consider the following topics: Joint owners: How to address possible future disagreements over selling the property Powers of attorney: Lawyer does no ... See more

5

166 Users Enrolled

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Commercial Leases - Problems Arising and Perfecting Advice

with Stephen Desmond

Part 1 - Perfecting your Advice on Key Risk Points Due diligence is a key aspect of risk management. However, reporting to clients is central to ensuring that they are made fully aware of the implications of the transaction. This course will discuss the importance of conveying clear advice on key issues and will offer useful hints and tips on how the viewer should provide advice in practice. Part 2 - Problems Arising on Assignment and Termination of a Commercial Lease All commercial property lawyers will be aware of the issues which require ... See more

4.5

190 Users Enrolled

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Seller Disclose or Buyer Beware Searches and Enquiries

with Stephen Desmond

In one sense, the legal principle of ‘caveat emptor’ or ‘buyer beware’ has been steadily eroded as a result in the expansion in the number of pre-contract enquiries sellers are expected to answer on the sale or a residential property. However, there has also been a marked growth in the number of pre-contract searches undertaken on a purchase. During this course experienced lecturer and property practitioner Stephen Desmond will consider whether the seller can escape liability for misrepresentation by including a disclaimer clause? Ste ... See more

5

156 Users Enrolled

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Title Insurance Getting the Cover Without Keeping the Risk Yourself

with Hannah Mackinlay

Despite the fact that over recent years residential and commercial property practitioners have become increasingly aware of the need to manage title risk on behalf of clients, lenders and the practice itself, many conveyancers obtain title or covenant insurance as a matter of routine. Whether this is in response to title, easement or covenant problems, the issue is that the conveyancer may be taking the risk, not the insurer, which begs the question, is title insurance a panacea or a negligence time-bomb? During this one hour webinar, experie ... See more

5

144 Users Enrolled

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Buying in Insolvency Situations

with Hannah Mackinlay

This course, delivered by experienced property practitioner and lecturer Hannah Mackinlay, will provide a practical discussion of the different forms of insolvency that property lawyers are likely to come across and will examine the effect which this has on conveyancing practice as a whole. In addition, Hannah will also discuss the following questions to ensure that viewers are able to answer them with confidence: Your client wants to buy a property where the seller is insolvent, what do you tell them? Is it safe to proceed where a liquida ... See more

4

144 Users Enrolled

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Adverse Possession

with Hannah Mackinlay

Adverse possession is a complex area of law which can be a minefield for any property lawyer. As the frequency of boundary issues increases, clients immediately think of squatters’ rights, but this may not be right, and even if it is, there is a danger that you may provide the wrong advice unless you properly assess the key factors involved. This course, delivered by experienced property lecturer Hannah Mackinlay, tackles the difficult issue of the law relating to adverse possession and will be of interest to new and experienced practitione ... See more

5

145 Users Enrolled

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Problems with Co-ownership

with Richard Quenby

Co-ownership is on the rise in the UK and is an issue which is becoming increasingly problematic for property practitioners; nowadays it is all too easy for the client to claim negligence on the part of the conveyancer, particularly if their relationship later breaks down. This course, delivered by experienced lecturer Hannah Mackinlay, explains the provisions relating to co-ownership and the difficulties that can arise if joint owners fail to pay sufficient attention when they buy. This course will offer guidance on what you should advise ... See more

5

142 Users Enrolled

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Significant Title Defects - How to Defuse these Time Bombs

with Stephen Desmond

Despite the increased use of indemnity insurance policies in conveyancing matters, conveyancers often encounter title defects. The causes of these may include missing or incomplete deeds, poor drafting or errors on the Land Register. During this course, experienced lecturer Stephen Desmond will consider how to successfully manage common title defects risks and will consider the following questions: When is a right of way defective? What if a property enjoys no rights of access? What are the risks of an injunction being issued in respect o ... See more

155 Users Enrolled

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How to Protect Yourself when Acting for High Risk Conveyancing Clients

with Stephen Desmond

Conveyancing transactions involving high-risk clients present additional challenges for the property lawyer. During this course, experienced lecturer Stephen Desmond will focus on two key challenges facing property practitioners; How to identify when a client is more likely to pose a risk to you and what steps should you take in order to reduce these risks? In addition, this course will also consider the following topics: Joint owners: How to address possible future disagreements over selling the property Powers of attorney: Lawyer does no ... See more

160 Users Enrolled

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Road Adoption and Highway Law Problems for Conveyancers

with Hannah Mackinlay

There have been an increasing number of cases in which road adoption procedures have not been dealt with correctly by developments. This, combined with instances in which conveyancers have failed to recognise and subsequently failed to provide clients with a clear explanation of the risks involved when buying a house where the road is not adopted, has resulted in this area of conveyancing practice becoming a minefield for clients and practitioners alike. This course, delivered by solicitor and experienced property lecturer Hannah Mackinlay, wi ... See more

5

138 Users Enrolled

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