Anna Newport

Jan 17, 2025 | lawgazette.co.uk | Anna Newport

Lawyers are a tough breed. Trained to persevere, never admit weakness and handle relentless pressure with an air of quiet authority, the profession prides itself on resilience. But behind the polished exteriors and pressed suits, there is a silent predator stalking many middle-aged male lawyers: hormonal imbalances.

Oct 14, 2024 | lawgazette.co.uk | Anna Newport

Post-completion: A Conveyancer’s Guide to Process, Risk and Compliance Priscilla Sinder and Fiona du Feu £65, Law Society ★★★★✩ This book is designed to help conveyancers navigate the complex and often risky post-completion process, ensuring compliance and efficiency in their practice. Structured to cover a wide range of topics, it begins with an overview of the current post-completion structure.

Jul 25, 2024 | lawgazette.co.uk | Anna Newport

Building Safety Act 2022: A Guide for Property Lawyers General editors: Andrew Butler KC and Ian Quayle £125, Law Society ★★★✩✩ I always wince before saying anything about the Building Safety Act. It is a subject so divisive and murky that most of the conveyancing practitioners I know stay away from properties affected by it. So a comprehensive and detailed examination of the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA 22) surely has to be a good thing, right?

Jul 25, 2024 | lawgazette.co.uk | Anna Newport

Discrimination in Housing Law David Renton £65, Legal Action Group ★★★★✩ This is a comprehensive guide aimed at property lawyers, housing practitioners and advocates dealing with discrimination issues within housing law. The book meticulously explores the application of the Equality Act 2010 in housing, offering practical insights and guidance for those bringing or defending discrimination claims.

Mar 10, 2024 | lawgazette.co.uk | Anna Newport

Property law primer that has stood the test of time Conveyancing Handbook (30th edition) Frances Silverman £130, Law Society ★★★★★ Staying abreast of the latest legislative changes is so important for conveyancers. In my 30 years in property law, I think that I am encountering the fastest-paced period of change. This handbook, which has now reached its landmark 30th edition, continues to stand as an indispensable resource for those navigating the complexities of residential conveyancing.