EVENTS
UK DATA PROTECTION 2026 UPDATE - CORE COMPLIANCE ESSENTIALS
Available to view from Friday 24 July 2026
Compliance with UK data protection law is essential for all employees handling personal or sensitive information. The UK framework is governed by the Data Protection Act 2018, the UK GDPR, and guidance issued by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
Regulatory expectations continue to evolve, with increasing focus on organisational accountability, cyber security, breach management, the use of third-party systems, and transparency when using emerging technologies, including AI tools.
Non-compliance can result in regulatory investigation, financial penalties, reputational damage, and operational disruption. All staff must therefore understand the core principles of UK data protection law and how these apply in practice.
This webinar provides a clear and practical introduction to the key requirements of UK data protection compliance and the main risks organisations need to manage. It is suitable for all professional service firms.
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HANDLING DATA PROTECTION COMPLAINTS UNDER DUAA 2025 - COMPLIANCE, REGULATORY & QUALITY EXPECTATIONS FOR LAW FIRMS
Monday 27 July 2026 12.00 Pm - 1.15 pm
The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA) introduces significant changes to how organisations must handle data protection complaints, shifting requirements from good practice to statutory obligation.
For law firms, this development sits within a wider regulatory framework, meaning complaints handling now directly engages SRA Principles, the SRA Code of Conduct, and key Law Society quality standards including Lexcel and CQS.
This live session is designed for COLPs, MLROs, compliance professionals, partners, senior management and DPOs. It will provide practical, real-world guidance on the new requirements, how they interact with UK GDPR, and what firms need to do to ensure their complaints processes are compliant, consistent and defensible.
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The UK data protection regime is governed by the Data Protection Act 2018, the UK GDPR, and guidance issued by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
For law firms, compliance is particularly critical given the sensitive nature of client data handled and the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s requirement to comply with all relevant legislation and maintain effective systems and controls to protect confidential information.
Regulatory expectations continue to evolve, with increasing focus on organisational accountability, cyber security, supplier management, international data transfers, and the use of modern technologies including AI-assisted tools within legal practice.
Failure to comply can result in ICO enforcement action, financial penalties, reputational damage, and regulatory consequences. This webinar also references relevant expectations within quality standards such as CQS and Lexcel.
This webinar provides a practical introduction to the key data protection obligations affecting law firms and highlights the main operational risks firms must manage. It is suitable for all staff involved in handling personal data within a legal practice.
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UK DATA PROTECTION FOR LAW FIRMS 2026 - CORE COMPLIANCE ESSENTIALS
Available to view from Friday 31 July
AN INTRODUCTION INTO CQS COMPLIANCE FOR CONVEYANCING SUPPORT STAFF
Tuesday 11 August 2026 9.00 am - 11.00 am
Recent changes to the CQS standard brought about a new onsite assessment regime which accredited firms will be subject to as part of demonstrating their compliance with the CQS Scheme Rules. A key requirement of the Scheme is that practices must have a training policy, which must include ensuring that relevant members of staff are aware of the Core Practice Management Standards and the ways in which the practice complies. This webinar will provide an overview of the requirements of the Scheme and how support staff can help firms meet their obligations.
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AML COMPLIANCE FOR CQS PRACTICES - MEETING YOUR REGULATORY & QUALITY STANDARDS
Tuesday 8 September 2026 9.00 am - 10.30 am
Recent action by the Solicitors Regulation Authority has reinforced the importance of demonstrating compliance with Anti-Money Laundering requirements, particularly for CQS accredited firms. Failure to meet these obligations can lead to regulatory fines as well as potential action from the Law Society of England and Wales.
This live session is designed for firms who are CQS accredited or working towards accreditation, including those responsible for compliance and audit readiness. It will provide practical insight into common AML failings identified during SRA inspections, along with clear guidance on how to strengthen policies and effectively demonstrate compliance.
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2025 COMPLIANCE FOR LAW FIRMS - HOW TO AVOID SRA ENFORCEMENT
Thursday 24 September 2026 9.00 am - 10.30 am
The Solicitors Regulation Authority is actively reviewing firm compliance with the Money Laundering Regulations and Transparency Rules, with recent enforcement action highlighting the risks for firms unable to demonstrate full compliance.
This live session is designed for firms seeking to strengthen their regulatory approach, particularly those responsible for compliance and risk management. It will provide practical guidance on meeting SRA Transparency requirements, conducting a compliant regulation 18 risk assessment, and understanding what to expect from an SRA AML inspection.
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Tracy Thompson, Law Society Accredited Risk & Compliance Specialist and Lexcel Consultant and Assessor, will be speaking at this event alongside leading professionals from across the legal sector.
The session will bring together current thinking and practical insight on key issues affecting law firms today, with a focus on regulatory compliance, risk management, and operational best practice.
Further details on Tracy’s specific presentation topic will be confirmed shortly.
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DIGITAL CONVEYANCING SUMMIT 2026
Thursday 1 October 2026 - 9.00 am - 7.30 pm
DEMONSTRATING COMPLIANCE WITH THE CONVEYANCING QUALITY SCHEME - A SURVIVAL GUIDE
Tuesday 1 December 2026 9.00 am - 1.30 pm
CQS accredited firms are required demonstrate compliance with the requirements of the CQS scheme throughout the practice, including the ability to evidence the Core Practice Management Standards and the Conveyancing Protocol throughout their conduct of conveyancing files, so it's important to get this right.
This live session is specifically designed for firms who are both CQS accredited and those firms who are currently working towards accreditation. It is aimed at Heads of Conveyancing, SROs and those charged with preparing the conveyancing department for assessment, and will equip attendees with in-depth practical and technical expertise needed to successfully implement policies and procedures to survive the assessment.
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MAKING AML WORK IN PRACTICE - MISCONDUCT RISKS FOR RESIDENTIAL CONVEYANCERS
Available to view from Wednesday 14 October 2026
Firms can have well-drafted AML policies, robust systems, and regular training in place, yet still fall short when it comes to how those controls are applied in practice.
This webinar explores the gap between technical compliance and real-world behaviour, focusing on how staff make day-to-day decisions, the pressures they face, and why concerns are not always raised, particularly in relation to internal reporting and SARs.
It also considers the influence of workplace culture, leadership, and behavioural drivers, examining why staff may hesitate to act and what is happening behind those decisions. The session then focuses on practical, proportionate steps firms can take to support better judgement, encourage reporting, and embed AML compliance into everyday practice.
This webinar is suitable for solicitors, compliance professionals, MLROs, partners, and anyone involved in AML oversight and risk management.
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SAFEGUARDING FOR LAWYERS - UNDERSTANDING YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Thursday 3 December 2026 3.00 pm - 4.15 pm
Developed specifically for the legal profession, this practical virtual classroom seminar provides a clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities in practice. It explores how to recognise signs of abuse, harm, and neglect, and outlines the steps legal professionals should take when concerns arise, alongside how to meet regulatory and SQM requirements through effective policies and procedures.
Presented by Law Society Accredited Risk & Compliance Specialist and Lexcel Consultant and Assessor Tracy Thompson, this session combines key principles with real-world examples to build confidence in responding appropriately and responsibly to safeguarding issues.
This session is essential for solicitors, caseworkers, support staff, supervisors and managers responsible for compliance and risk management, and any legal professional working with potentially vulnerable clients.
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THE CQS GUIDELINES - HOW TO DEMONSTRATE COMPLIANCE
Available on demand WITH: MBL Seminars
This webinar will provide guidance for practices on how to interpret the wording of the standard and apply compliant procedures. An overview of the most recent updates to the CQS scheme will also be provided. This webinar is specifically designed for firms who are already CQS accredited, however it will also be beneficial for those firms who are seeking to achieve or are currently working towards attaining accreditation.
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CQS ACCREDITATION - THE LATEST UPDATES & COMPLIANCE OBLIGATIONS
Available on demand WITH: MBL Seminars
This webinar will provide an insight into the key features of the most important updates to be published, and will explain the current requirements and how they need to be complied with in practice. You will also hear valuable feedback in relation to common areas of non-compliance identified through compliance assessments of CQS firms. This webinar is specifically designed for firms who are already CQS accredited, however it will also be beneficial for those firms who are seeking to achieve or are currently working towards attaining accreditation..
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CQS COMPLIANCE - A GUIDE FOR CONVEYANCING SUPPORT STAFF
Available on demand WITH: MBL Seminars
An invaluable support to fee-earners will be for support staff to be aware of the requirements of the Core Practice Management Standard, so they can play their part in assisting with compliance with the CQS standard.. This webinar will provide an overview of the requirements of the CQS Scheme and how support staff can help the firm meet their obligations.
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SAFEGUARDING FOR LAWYERS - UNDERSTANDING YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Available on demand WITH: MBL Seminars
Developed specifically for the legal profession, this practical webinar provides a clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities in practice. It covers how to recognise signs of abuse, harm, and neglect; the steps to take if concerns arise; and how to meet regulatory and SQM requirements through effective policies and procedures.
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FILE REVIEWS FOR CONVEYANCERS - AN UPDATE OF CQS REQUIREMENTS
Available on demand WITH: MBL Seminars
Obtaining and reviewing the data from file reviews is invaluable in establishing with certainty if files are being managed not only in accordance with the firm's own policies and procedures, but also to identify if the key requirements of regulation, legislation and of course quality standards such as CQS and Lexcel are being adhered to.
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UK DATA PROTECTION COMPLIANCE FOR THE LEGAL SECTOR - A SNAPSHOT
Available on demand WITH: MBL Seminars
The UK data protection regime is set out in the Data Protection Act 2018 and the UK General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR). Sanctions for non-compliance with the UK GDPR can be potentially severe, therefore it is imperative that law firms understand the key principles and how to apply them operationally. This short webinar aims to provide you with an introductions to some of the key areas which all personnel need to be aware of.
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WORKING FROM HOME - MEETING ESSENTIAL HEALTH & SAFETY OBLIGATIONS
Available on demand WITH: MBL Seminars
Employers who embrace working from home, or hybrid working, should be mindful that they have the same health and safety obligations for home workers as for any other worker. This short webinar aims to provoke thought and will consider some of the key areas which need to be taken into account as part of home working considerations.
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WORKPLACE RISK ASSESSMENTS - UNDERSTANDING COMPLIANCE & YOUR OBLIGATIONS
Available on demand WITH: MBL Seminars
Whilst often time consuming and heavily administrative, workplace risk assessments enable employers to comply with legal obligations in terms of employees and visitors. Risk assessments help identify risks and hazards associated with the workplace and identify the appropriate controls and training needs to mitigate those risks. This introductory level webinar is aimed at those with operational responsibilities, to equip with knowledge to understand health and safety obligations.
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SRA COMPLIANCE FOR IN-HOUSE LAWYERS - UNDERSTANDING YOUR PROFESSIONAL DUTIES
Available on demand WITH: MBL Seminars
This webinar provides practical guidance for solicitors working in-house. Drawing on the latest SRA guidance, the session explores the unique professional obligations of in-house lawyers, focussing on independence, identifying the client, and managing conflicts. This webinar is designed to help delegates understand how SRA Principles apply to in-house practice, be able to identify the client in complex organisational structures, recognise and manage conflicts of interest, protect confidentiality and privilege in a corporate environment and know how to escalate concerns when employer instructions conflict with professional obligations.
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DUAA COMPLIANCE FOR LAW FIRMS - SRA EXPECTATIONS, QUALITY STANDARD & REGULATORY RISK IN BITESIZE
Available on demand WITH: MBL Seminars
The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA) marks a significant shift in how organisations must handle data protection complaints, with what was previously considered good practice now becoming a clear statutory obligation.
While DUAA guidance applies across all sectors, this webinar focuses specifically on the implications for solicitors’ firms, including SRA compliance obligations, governance, risk management, and quality accreditation requirements such as Lexcel and CQS.
This focused 30-minute webinar provides a practical overview of the new requirements, how they interact with UK GDPR, and what firms must do to ensure their approach is compliant, consistent and defensible.
Designed for COLPs, MLROs, compliance professionals, partners, senior management and DPOs, this session highlights what “good” looks like in practice, helping firms take proportionate and effective steps to reduce risk and meet regulatory expectations with confidence.
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