TRAINING & 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 

www.surreylawsociety.org.uk.

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

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

18.09.25 | 09.00 – 11.30am | In-Person Workshop | Management

Delivering Exceptional Customer & Prospect Experiences: A Practical Workshop for Surrey Law Society Members

Speaker: Paul Matthews, insight6

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