Pam Johns elected as DASLS President for 2025/2026 at AGM

Thank you to those who attended the DASLS AGM which took place on Tuesday 29th April 2025 at The Marriott Courtyard Hotel, Exeter.Congratulations to Pam Johns of Coodes who was elected as the new DASLS President for 2025/2026.We are also delighted to announce Ben Darby of Darby & Darby was elected Vice-President and James McNally as Deputy Vice President. We wish you an successful and fulfilling Presidential year Pam....

Introduction to Commercial Property for Support Staff & Paralegals - 23 November 2026 with Ian Quayle

Introduction to Commercial Property for Support Staff & Paralegals Date:  Monday 23rd November 2026Time:  10:00am - 5:00pm Venue:  The Courtyard Marriott Hotel, Exeter Speaker:  Ian Quayle Course Outline:   This one-day face to face CPD event is suitable for new recruits, secretarial, paralegal and other support staff.  It will explore: Taking instructions in commercial property transactions.  An overview of the difference between a residential conveyancing and a commercial property transaction. The legal issues arising from CPSE's and Commercial Property Contracts. Commercial Leases - an introduction.  Extensive notes wil...

DASLS Leadership & Management Conference - 12 November 2026

DASLS Leadership & Management Conference Date:  Thursday 12th November 2026Time:  9:30am - 5:00pm Venue:  The Courtyard Marriott Hotel, Exeter Programme will include:    Economic Update – Arbuthnot Latham   Janice Jones – Neurodiversity in the work place   Charlotte Ferguson – Direct Hiring   PII Update   Alastair Banks - AI: The Art of the Possible 1 year on   Why AI Governance Must Come Before AI Scale - Nexus OS AI is creating new opportunities for law firms to improve productivity, unlock knowledge and enhance client service. But successful adoption starts with governance. This session explores how firms can embrace AI...