Purpose Code Announcement
We would just like to remind all CA members that starting this Thursday, 1st May, 'purpose codes' will need to be included in property transactions, as required by the Bank of England (BoE). This is part of a broader shift…
Unlocking the power of AI: Opportunities and use cases for law firms
Artificial intelligence (AI) is here. And it’s already reshaping the way law firms operate. Whether automating repetitive tasks, improving risk management, or boosting efficiency, AI presents a genuine opportunity for forward-thinking legal practices. But with new opportunities come new responsibilities…
Beyond title checking: Orbital Residential expands offering as SDLT deadline doubles usage
April’s SDLT deadline pushed conveyancing firms up and down the country to process a month's worth of completions in just five days. And at Orbital, we witnessed firsthand just how much pressure conveyancers were under, reflected in the surge in…
Tackling those CA myths
Firstly, I want to say an incredible well done to everyone for getting through the pressures of the SDLT deadline. It’s been one hell of a last week, and I know you must all be feeling battered and exhausted by…
Trade and representative bodies, including The Conveyancing Association, launch sixth iteration of the BASPI
Trade and representative bodies representing the legal, surveying, estate agency and property management sectors, including The Conveyancing Association, have today (31st March 2025) launched the sixth iteration of the BASPI – the Buyer’s and Seller’s Property Information dataset. The BASPI,…
Strengthening compliance in law firms with consultant conveyancers
Traditionally, lawyers have worked within rigid structures, often tied to large firms with fixed salaries, high overheads, and hierarchical career paths. However, an increasing number of legal professionals are now opting for a more flexible approach - joining consultancy-led firms…