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The Surrey Law Society regularly represents members on issues of interest, including engagement in consultations that affect the profession. Here you can view the most recent consultation responses submitted by the Surrey Law Society.
The Society welcomes members from across the county who wish to engage in this activity; if you would like to have your say please email admin@surreylawsociety.org.uk and a member of the committee will be in touch.
The Society has recently received a request from a local Year 12 student seeking a short period of work experience within a law firm during 2–6 March 2026.
For conveyancing transactions, a Highways report is an essential resource, helping identify potential access issue and infrastructure considerations.
The Government has launched a major consultation on Home Buying and Selling Reform, seeking views on how to create a faster, more transparent, and more reliable property market. The consultation explores proposals to improve every stage of the process — from the introduction of mandatory upfront information and digital property packs to professional standards for
The recording of The Law Society’s online classroom, Understanding Mazur and the conduct of litigation (Monday 3 November 2025), is now available.
The Institute of Legal Finance & Management (ILFM) has announced the launch of iCOFA – The COFA Institute, a new initiative designed to support Compliance Officers for Finance and Administration (COFAs), Deputy COFAs and compliance team members across the UK legal sector.
The Law Society is hosting a free online classroom on Monday 3 November 2025, 12.00–1.00pm, exploring the implications of the Mazur v Charles Russell Speechlys judgment.