Half of UK consumers believe that AI should be used in legal services — suggesting that if firms don’t adopt the technology, they risk falling short of their clients’ expectations. A survey of UK consumers found that 36% believe it could replace a solicitor for routine matters such as will writing, though only 14% go […]
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Upfront data, digital ID and AI-optimised workflows will define the next era of property transactions
Conveyancing has been evolving for years, but 2026 feels different. This year introduces a set of changes that don’t just tweak the process — they reshape its foundations. With new regulatory requirements, maturing digital tools and heightened client expectations, firms now face a decisive step-change: the shift toward front-loaded information, digital-first onboarding and workflow-ready AI. […]
Five things law firms should consider before applying for CQS accreditation
Here are five topical areas of conveyancing development that will currently impact your CQS accreditation. All of these areas are covered in depth as part of the Access Legal CQS Conveyancing Update Courses: 1. TA6 6th edition and TA7 (leasehold) 5th edition New forms have been issued which become mandatory for CQS members from 30th March 2026. […]
How Gudgeons Prentice modernised its traditional high street practice
A well-established high-street practice with a focus on residential conveyancing, wills and probate, commercial and family law, Gudgeons Prentice — which employs 35 people — has built its reputation on providing personal, accessible legal services to clients who often “literally just walk in off the street.” Previously, the firm was accustomed to working the ‘old […]
Navigating the downturn: how conveyancing firms can thrive in a shifting market
The UK conveyancing market is no stranger to volatility, but the latest data from our State of the UK Conveyancing Market 2025 suggests that firms may be heading into another challenging period. While FY25 showed a modest 5% increase in transaction volumes, this growth was largely driven by a one-off spike in March 2025 triggered by changes […]
What makes a great AI-powered legal case management system?
AI is here and transforming how legal work gets done. With client expectations rising, compliance demands increasing and lawyers drowning in admin, firms need technology that does more than digitise processes — they need systems built with intelligence at their core. However, with so many AI-powered solutions emerging, how do you know what makes a […]
AI vs human judgment: why technology still needs a human hand
When I sat down with Francis Anderson, CEO at Net Law Media, for our recent webinar, I knew we were stepping into one of the most important conversations in the legal sector today: the role of AI. With 96% of UK law firms already using AI in some capacity, the question isn’t whether AI is […]
Legal AI uncovered: what every firm should know
Everyone’s talking about AI in law, but what does it actually mean for your day-to-day practice? Will it make your job easier or render some roles obsolete? To cut through the noise, we turned to someone who knows the reality behind the buzz: Uwais Iqbal, founder of AI consultancy simplexico. In a live Q&A, he […]
The rise of AI in law firms: How to stay secure and compliant
Access Legal sources advice from legal industry leaders on how the legal industry can embrace AI while considering security, ethics and compliance concerns around its use
How AI improves efficiency in legal case management
Access Legal suggests some key strategic and productivity advantages and promising emerging use cases for SME firms, as well as specific actions to get started