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Law Society Update to Council Members 25 February

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DASLS Managing Partner/Practice Manager Forums - Next Meetings

By in Social Events, Blogging | 05th May 2020

All at 12.30 p.m. using web conferencing unless indicated otherwise - contact tony@dasls.com for dates and times. Torbay & South Devon Somerset Exeter & East Devon Plymouth North Devon ...

International Relations Sub-Committee Meeting on 23 February 2021

By in Social Events, Blogging | 20th November 2019

Tuesday 23rd February 2021 commencing at 4.00 p.m. by Zoom web conferencing. Any member wishing to attend as observer, please contact monique@dasls.com...

Non-Contentious Business Sub-Committee Meeting on 4 March 2021

By in Social Events, Blogging | 10th November 2019

Thursday 4th March 2021 commencing at 2.30 p.m. by Zoom web conferencing. Any member wishing to attend as observer, please contact monique@dasls.com...

DASLS Main Committee - 10 March 2021

By in Social Events, Blogging | 07th November 2019

Starting at 10.30 am using Zoom web conferencing - please contact monique@dasls.com for details if you wish to attend as observer and/or would like to raise issues....

Education & Training Sub-Committee - Wednesday 24 March 2021

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Exeter City Council - Planning Lawyer

By in Jobs, Local Government Legal Positions | 8 days ago

Planning Lawyer Permanent Full Time position 37 hours per week Team: Legal Services: Property, Planning and Non-Contentious Salary Range: L (£41,881-£43,857) plus membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme Location: Exeter, Devon Exeter City Council is a highly ambitious and innovative authority in one of the most economically successful cities in the UK and has its sights firmly fixed on creating a City that is inclusive, healthy and sustainable. The Council is building the UK’s first super energy efficient Passivhaus swimming pool and leisure complex, St Sidwell’s Point. We are also working with strategic partners towards our target of becoming a Net Zero Carbon City by 2030. We’re creating pioneering Passivhaus social housing and working with Homes England to deliver 12,000 new homes in the City over the next 20 years through the Liveable Exeter Garden City project. We continue to deliver major projects like these, whilst delivering the day-to-day services that our residents and communities depend upon. That makes our Council a hugely exciting place to be. With more challenges ahead, we are looking for talented people to support our work. We are now offering the opportunity for an experienced planning lawyer to join the council’s highly regarded legal team in an exciting, dynamic and motivating environment. You will play a key role working closely with the Council’s City Development department in realising the council’s ambitions for the City. More generally, you will provide practical planning advice, negotiate and draft planning agreements, and advise on enforcement and prosecutions. You will attend Planning Committee when required and provide advice and representation at planning appeals, inquiries, tribunals and the courts and instruct Counsel where appropriate on ...

Beers, Kingsbridge/Plymouth - PRIVATE CLIENT SOLICITOR / LEGAL EXECUTIVE 2-5 PQE+

By in Jobs, Private Client Probate, Wills, Trusts & Charities | 8 days ago

PRIVATE CLIENT SOLICITOR / LEGAL EXECUTIVE 2-5 PQE+ Beers Solicitors seek a Private Client Solicitor/Legal Executive to join them in a full time, permanent capacity. With the technical knowledge, skill and experience of advising on a range of Private Client matters, you will be comfortable maintaining and strengthening existing client and professional relationships and helping to build new. The successful candidate will be managing a full case load of Private Client matters as well as participating in the firm's marketing and business development campaigns. STEP membership and Solicitors for the Elderly involvement is preferred. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious individual to progress. Salary will be dependent on experience. Applications with CV please to: Sue Symons Beers LLP 29 Fore Street Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 1AA or by e-mail to sue.symons@beersllp.com No agencies....

Exeter City Council - Planning Lawyer

By in Jobs, Planning / Environment / Construction | 18th February 2021

Planning Lawyer Permanent Full Time position 37 hours per week Team: Legal Services: Property, Planning and Non-Contentious Salary Range: L (£41,881-£43,857) plus membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme Location: Exeter, Devon Exeter City Council is a highly ambitious and innovative authority in one of the most economically successful cities in the UK and has its sights firmly fixed on creating a City that is inclusive, healthy and sustainable. The Council is building the UK’s first super energy efficient Passivhaus swimming pool and leisure complex, St Sidwell’s Point. We are also working with strategic partners towards our target of becoming a Net Zero Carbon City by 2030. We’re creating pioneering Passivhaus social housing and working with Homes England to deliver 12,000 new homes in the City over the next 20 years through the Liveable Exeter Garden City project. We continue to deliver major projects like these, whilst delivering the day-to-day services that our residents and communities depend upon. That makes our Council a hugely exciting place to be. With more challenges ahead, we are looking for talented people to support our work. We are now offering the opportunity for an experienced planning lawyer to join the council’s highly regarded legal team in an exciting, dynamic and motivating environment. You will play a key role working closely with the Council’s City Development department in realising the council’s ambitions for the City. More generally, you will provide practical planning advice, negotiate and draft planning agreements, and advise on enforcement and prosecutions. You will attend Planning Committee when required and provide advice and representation at planning appeals, inquiries, tribunals and the courts and instruct Counsel where appropriate on ...

Gilbert Stephens, Exeter - Experienced Civil Litigation & Employment Solicitor / Legal Executive

By in Jobs, Civil Litigation & Personal Injury | 09th February 2021

Experienced fee earner required to join the Firm’s civil litigation & employment department. At least 5 years relevant PQE with established experience in a broad range of general litigation and employment matters Excellent interpersonal and time management skills are essential Proficient IT skills with a sound knowledge of Microsoft Office and case management systems The successful candidate will be responsible for handling a comprehensive caseload of general litigation and employment matters including: - Land and property disputes, contentious probate, employment disputes, contract drafting, professional negligence and consumer disputes, contract disputes, commercial and residential possession proceedings, landlord and tenant disputes, rent and debt recovery A full-time post is envisaged although 4 days/week may be available for the right candidate Gilbert Stephens LLP offers a full range of legal services to both individuals and businesses from six offices in Exeter and East, West and Mid Devon. We combine the traditional values of a long-established firm with a modern client focussed service. Our litigation & employment team advise on many aspects of civil litigation and has experience in dealing with disputes for both businesses and private clients. The department also advises both employers and employees on many areas of employment law and deals with all aspects of clinical negligence and personal injury, from the relatively minor to the very serious. We pride ourselves on giving a professional and personal service focussed on the needs of the individual client. Further details can be found at www.gilbertstephens.co.uk. Applications with CV to: - Sarah Judd, Practice & HR Manager hr@gilbertstephens.co.uk Gilbert Stephens LLP Solicitors 15-17 Southernhay East Exeter EX1 1QE...

Wollens, South Devon - Personal Injury Fee Earner

By in Jobs, Civil Litigation & Personal Injury | 08th February 2021

Fee Earner – Personal Injury, Dispute Resolution Department We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Lawyer to join our Dispute Resolution team, as a specialist in Personal Injury, to work in the firm’s brand new and state-of-the art South Devon Office based in the heart of Torquay. This is an attractive opportunity to join a progressive and professional team who work together in purpose built, modern offices which are part of the Torwood Street development. Wollens investment in the new South Devon office brings staff and clients together in the very best environment with a fully functional client area, break out rooms, staff facilities along with everything you would expect from a new modern building. Wollens is a dynamic and successful Devon-based firm. It has shown exceptional growth over the past few years and is now one of the largest practices in the Devon and Somerset area. It has ambitious plans for the future, and this opportunity is perfect for a bright and committed lawyer to make a mark in a vibrant firm and department. The ideal candidate will be a solicitor or chartered legal executive will at least 6 years of post-qualification experience in managing personal injury claims. You will be comfortable running your own case load on a day-to-day basis and will be keen to play an active role in the development of your career and the PI services that the firm provides. You will have excellent client care skills as the department, and the firm, prides itself on exceeding clients’ expectations. In return you will be joining a super-friendly and professional firm. We will offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits and terms of employment. For further details or to apply for the position please contact: Gary Brenton HR Director gary.brenton@wollens.co.uk ...

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Webinar - Residential Leasehold 2021 - key issues and problems

By in Training Events, Residential Conveyancing Training | 03rd October 2019

Thursday 11th March 202110.00 am - 12 noon Speaker - Ian Quayle This Webinar will be delivered using Zoom Web Conferencing - would like to but unable to attend? Not to worry, all pre-booked delegates will be given access to a recording of the webinar to watch in their own time. SRA Competence B - 2 hours This is an intermediate course suitable for all residential conveyancers. It will explore the following issues - Key clauses in residential leases Ground Rent problems Dealing with repairing covenants Service charge tips and traps Dealing with unreasonable landlords Amending defective leases Good practice and client care The course will be recorded, extensive notes will be provided and there will be an opportunity for delegate questions. Speaker: After many years in private practice Ian Quayle has spent the last 13 years delivering training courses in connection with property law for a number of the leading training providers to the legal profession. Ian has spoken at a number of conferences dealing with negligence in conveyancing transactions and has designed and delivered a number of courses on this subject. In addition he has undertaken consultancy work for a number of law firms and organisations looking at conveyancing systems, claims and complaints. His relaxed, informative, and engaging style, combined with extensive legal and practical knowledge ensures his courses are always well attended. FEES DASLS Members/Affiliates/Associates: £80.00 + VAT (£96.00)Non-members: £100.00 + VAT (£120.00) We will provide a VAT invoice for payment. (BACS payment preferred)3 for 2 offer! Book 3 places on this webinar and get the cheapest FREE!...

Webinar - Commercial Lease Masterclass

By in Training Events, Commercial Property Training | 02nd October 2019

Thursday 11th March 20211.00 pm - 3.00 pm Speaker - Ian Quayle This Webinar will be delivered using Zoom Web Conferencing - would like to but unable to attend? Not to worry, all pre-booked delegates will be given access to a recording of the webinar to watch in their own time. SRA Competence B - 2 hours Drafting or advising on commercial leases Dealing with unrepresented tenants Repairing issues - schedules of condition, repairing obligations, and dilapidations Assisting tenants - rent reductions, payment holidays and lease regearing Problems with service charge Securing the tenants obligations - guarantees and rent deposits An examination of recent relevant case law The course will be recorded , extensive notes will be provided and there will be an opportunity for delegate questions. Speaker: After many years in private practice Ian Quayle has spent the last 13 years delivering training courses in connection with property law for a number of the leading training providers to the legal profession. Ian has spoken at a number of conferences dealing with negligence in conveyancing transactions and has designed and delivered a number of courses on this subject. In addition he has undertaken consultancy work for a number of law firms and organisations looking at conveyancing systems, claims and complaints. His relaxed, informative, and engaging style, combined with extensive legal and practical knowledge ensures his courses are always well attended. FEES DASLS Members/Affiliates/Associates: £80.00 + VAT (£96.00)Non-members: £100.00 + VAT (£120.00) We will provide a VAT invoice for payment. (BACS payment preferred)3 for 2 offer! Book 3 places on this webinar and get the cheapest FREE!...

Webinar - Introduction to Wills for Support Staff & Paralegals

By in Training Events, Private Client training | 01st October 2019

Monday 15th March 2021 9.45am - 1.00pm - this Webinar will be delivered using Zoom Web Conferencing Speaker - Helen Munro Would like to but unable to attend? All pre-booked delegates will be given access to a recording of the webinar to watch in their own time together with the speaker’s notes and/or slides of the presentation. SRA Competency B - 3 Hours The course aims to offer support staff, paralegals or apprentices with an introduction to the laws governing Wills & related issues. This is intended to be an inter-active course where attendees will be expected to work through practical case studies within small groups. Calculators are recommended! ¨ Intestacy Rules ¨ Wills: essential requirements for validity, formalities, capacity ¨ Typical Family Will structure ¨ Inheritance Tax Planning ¨ Care Fee protection ¨ Problem areas Speaker - Helen Munro qualified as a solicitor at Charles Russell in 1999, specialising in Private Client work. Helen left private practice in 2006 to pursue a career in professional training and she delivered Private Client professional development training for BPP for over a decade. In 2018, she was appointed as an Associate Professor at Birmingham City University, where she led the Private Client and Taxation modules on the LPC. Helen is passionate about training and teaching, both face-to-face and online, and now runs her own training consultancy business. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and is currently completing an executive coaching qualification at Cambridge University. Her areas of specialism include wills, probate and the administration of estates, trusts, inheritance tax, enduring and last powers of attorney and the Mental Capacity Act 2005. Fees Members: £100.00 + VAT (£120.00 inc. VAT) Non Members: £130.00 + VAT (£156.00 inc. VAT) We will provide a VAT invoice for payment. (BACS payment preferred)3 for 2 offer! Book 3 places on this webinar and ...

Webinar - Overage and Clawback

By in Training Events, Residential Conveyancing Training | 30th September 2019

Overage and Clawback Thursday 18th March 202110.00 am - 11.00 am This Webinar will be delivered using Zoom Web Conferencing - would like to but unable to attend? All pre-booked delegates will be given access to a recording of the webinar to watch in their own time together with the speaker’s notes and/or slides of the presentation. Speaker: Richard SnapeSRA Competence B Overage is becoming increasingly important especially with the Government’s intentions to free up large areas of land to development. The course aims to look at some of the issues in this complex area. Topics covered include: Enforceability of overage against third parties Stamp Duty Land Tax and overage Interpretation of overage clauses Case law on overage and clawback Speaker: Richard Snape has been the Head of Professional Support at Davitt Jones Bould since 2002. He speaks at numerous courses for law societies all over the country, various public courses, in-house seminars within solicitors firms and has also talked extensively to local authorities and central government bodies. His areas of specialism include both commercial and residential property, in particular in relation to local government law, conveyancing issues, development land, commercial property and incumbrances in relation to land. FEES DASLS Members/Affiliates/Associates: £40.00 + VAT (£48.00)Non-members: £50.00 + VAT (£60.00) We will provide a VAT invoice for payment. (BACS payment preferred)3 for 2 offer! Book 3 places on this webinar and get the cheapest FREE! ...

Webinar - Introduction to Administration of Estates for Paralegals and Support Staff

By in Training Events, Private Client training | 29th September 2019

Monday 22nd March 2021 9.45am - 1.00pm - this Webinar will be delivered using Zoom Web Conferencing Speaker - Helen Munro Would like to but unable to attend? All pre-booked delegates will be given access to a recording of the webinar to watch in their own time together with the speaker’s notes and/or slides of the presentation. SRA Competency B - 3 Hours The course aims to offer support staff, paralegals or apprentices with an introduction to the laws governing Admin of estates & related issues. This is intended to be an inter-active course where attendees will be expected to work through practical case studies within small groups Calculators are recommended! Intestacy Rules Executorship issues including urgent safeguarding of assets Practical Probate including co-ownership issues, IHT forms & obtaining the grant Trusts Taxation including inheritance & potential reform Practical problems Speaker - Helen Munro qualified as a solicitor at Charles Russell in 1999, specialising in Private Client work. Helen left private practice in 2006 to pursue a career in professional training and she delivered Private Client professional development training for BPP for over a decade. In 2018, she was appointed as an Associate Professor at Birmingham City University, where she led the Private Client and Taxation modules on the LPC. Helen is passionate about training and teaching, both face-to-face and online, and now runs her own training consultancy business. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and is currently completing an executive coaching qualification at Cambridge University. Her areas of specialism include wills, probate and the administration of estates, trusts, inheritance tax, enduring and last powers of attorney and the Mental Capacity Act 2005. Fees Members: £100.00 + VAT (£120.00 inc. VAT) Non Members: £130.00 + VAT (£156.00 inc. VAT) We will provide a VAT invoice for payment. (BACS payment pre...

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