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TRANING & EVENTS
Unlock the Power of Knowledge with Surrey Law Society's 2025 Training Programme!
What’s still to come in the SLS 2025 Training & Events Programme
As we move into spring, there’s still plenty to look forward to in the Surrey Law Society’s 2025 programme of training, events, and social opportunities. Whether you’re developing your expertise or making new connections, here are just some of the highlights still to come:
Professional Development Highlights
• In-person training sessions continue throughout the year, with a focus on Private Client, Property and Management.
• Employment Law series – new for 2025 and ideal for practitioners wanting to strengthen their specialist knowledge.
• Online learning options – join live or catch up with recordings, wherever you are.
• Free member webinars – accessible, high-quality training at no cost for SLS members.
Social & Networking Events
• Popular events return, including the Past President’s Championship Cup and the much-loved Quiz & Pizza Night.
• More regional socials to be announced – keep an eye out for opportunities to take part in the Elite Challenge and connect with peers.
• Join local MPs and representatives from other regional law societies at the County Societies Group Westminster Reception.
The 7th Annual SLS Legal Awards
Taking place on Thursday 16th October at G Live, Guildford – join us to celebrate the outstanding achievements of the legal profession in Surrey.
We look forward to welcoming you over the coming months – explore the programme and book your place now at
SLS Pricing
Webinars & Workshops (1 hour):
including notes and a copy of the recording
• Member Fee: Free of Charge
• Non-Member Fee: £45+VAT
Online Courses (1.5- 2 hours):
including notes and a copy of the recording
• Early Bird Member Fee: £65+VAT
• Standard Member Fee: £75+VAT
• Non-Member Fee: £120+VAT
• Trainee Fee: £40+VAT
Extended Online Courses (2.5 hours):
including notes and a copy of the recording
• Early Bird Member Fee: £85+VAT
• Standard Member Fee: £95+VAT
• Non-Member Fee: £140+VAT
• Trainee Fee: £45+VAT
Courses (3 hours):
including notes, refreshments and networking
• Early Bird Member Fee: £105+VAT
• Standard Member Fee: £125+VAT
• Non-Member Fee: £195+VAT
• Trainee Fee: £50+VAT
Social Events & Awards:
Details of fees will be announced with the invitations for each event.
Kindly be aware that there is an additional 1.5%+80p booking charge applied to the overall ticket price. ν
SLS Training & Events Programme 2025
APRIL 2025
23.04.25 | 12.30 – 1.30pm | Webinar | Employment
Balancing Beliefs:
Lessons from Higgs v Farmer’s School on Religion, Speech & Discrimination
Speaker: Sarah Fraser Butlin KC, Cloisters
24.04.25 | 12.30 – 1.30pm | Online Course | Private Client
Pensions and Death Benefits:
An Introductory Guide to Upcoming Changes
Speaker: Andrew King, Evelyn Partners
30.04.24 | 2.00 – 5.00pm | In-Person Course | Private Client
Advising Clients in 2025:
Practical Guidance including Post-Budget Changes to Tax, Reliefs, and Succession Planning
Speaker: Professor Lesley King
Venue: Stevens & Bolton, Wey House, Farnham Rd,
Guildford GU1 4YD
MAY 2025
01.05.24 | 12.30-1.30pm | Webinar | Private Client
The New Non-Dom Regime:
A Clear Guide for Practitioners
Speaker: Julie Man, Russell-Cooke
13.05.24 | 2.00-4.00pm | Event | Parliamentary
County Societies Group Westminster Reception
Venue: Terrace Dining Room,
The Palace of Westminster
14.05.24 | 12.00-2.00pm | Online Course | Family
Mastering Compliance in Family Law:
FPR Updates, Disclaimers, and Risk Management
Speaker: Karen Barham, Moore Barlow & Victoria Clarke,
Elite Law Solicitors
21.05.24 | 12.00-1.30pm | Online Course | Property
Advising on Climate Change
Risk Assessments –
Putting the Law Society Guidance
into Practice
Simon Boyle, Environmental Lawyer with Landmark Information
JUNE 2025
11.06.25 | 09.00-11.30am | In-Person Course | Management
Delivering Exceptional Customer & Prospect Experiences: A Practical Workshop for Surrey Law Society Members
Speaker: Paul Matthews, insight6
25.06.24 | 2.00 – 5.00pm | In-Person Course | Property
Residential Conveyancing Update 2025:
Staying Ahead in a Changing Landscape
Speaker: Stephen Desmond
Venue: TWM Solicitors, 65 Woodbridge Rd, Guildford GU1 4RD
JULY 2025
02.07.25 | 12.30 – 1.30pm | Webinar | Employment
Worker Status
Speaker: Jason Galbraith-Marten KC, Cloisters
03.07.25 | 6.00 – 10.30pm | Event | Social
PAST PRESIDENT’S CHAMPIONSHIP CUP
Event: Daytona Sandown, Esher
SEPTEMBER 2025
11.09.25 | 12.00 – 2.00pm | Online Course | Private Client
The Future of Lasting Powers of Attorney – Additional Safeguards and a Common Sense Approach
Speaker: Helen Forster, HTF Legal
17.09.25 | 12.00 – 2.00pm | Online Course | Family
Navigating Difficult Behaviours from Litigants in Person: Best Practices and Conflict Management
Speaker: Victoria Clarke, Elite Law Solicitors
25.09.25 | 12.30 – 1.30pm | Webinar | Property
SDLT – The Latest Developments and Emerging Risks for Residential Conveyancers
Speaker: Stephen Desmond
OCTOBER 2025
01.10.25 | 12.00 – 1.30pm | Webinar | Property
AML Compliance for Residential Conveyancers: Navigating Requirements and Avoiding Pitfalls
Colette Best, Kingsley Napley LLP
16.10.24 | 6.30 – 11.30pm | Event | Awards
SLS Legal Awards 2025
Venue: G Live, Guildford
NOVEMBER 2025
06.11.25 | 12.30 – 1.30pm | Webinar | Family
Non-Court Dispute Resolution in Practice:
Key Updates and Best Practices
Speaker: Karen Barham, Moore Barlow
12.11.25 | 1.00 – 3.00pm | Online Course | Property
Enforcement of Planning & Building Regulations and NHBC Standards:
Practical Insights for Conveyancers
Speaker: Richard Snape, Davitt Jones Bould
DATE TBC | 12.30 – 1.30pm | Webinar | Private Client
Private Client Case Law Update 2025:
Key Developments and Practical Implications
Speaker to be confirmed
13.11.25 | 12.30 – 1.30pm | Webinar | Employment
Vulnerable People:
Disabled People and CPR
Speaker: John Horan, Cloisters
DATE TBC | 2.00 – 5.00pm | In-Person Course | Private Client
Will Drafting Red Flags –
Avoiding Common Pitfalls
Speaker: James Lister, Stevens & Bolton
20.11.25 | 6.00 – 10.00pm | Event | Social
SLS Annual Quiz and Pizza Night
Venue: Rogues Bar, Guildford
For more information on all Surrey Law Society Training & Events, please visit: www.surreylawsociety.org.uk
