Solicitors Professional Indemnity Insurance

Introducing Lockton's new solicitors' website and client portal

We have launched a brand new website for our solicitor clients, with a clean new look, enhanced resource centre, and streamlined access to both your online proposal form and all your policy documents.

Solicitors CPD - a change for the better?

1st November sees the end of the current compulsory CPD target for solicitors in England & Wales. Samantha Pye considers the practical implications for law firms & individual solicitors.

Insured with Enterprise? Managing the fall-out from liquidation

James Turnbull & Tim Phillips, claims advocates at Lockton, provide advice to firms insured with Enterprise, following the announcement by the administrator that claims payments will not be made.

Claims trends for Solicitors, 2016

Pelican, one of the A-rated markets that Lockton has special access to, has produced its latest report on Solicitors claims trends

Enterprise collapse: the last of the unrated insurers?

Enterprise,another 'unrated' insurer in the Solicitors PII market, collapses, leaving more small-medium firms in the lurch.

Lockton issue Brexit statement

As clients face a variety of challenges arising from Brexit, at least in the shorter term, Lockton can assist you manage risk during the ongoing uncertainty following the Brexit referendum result.

New law firms need to go the extra mile to get the best Professional Indemnity premiums

Steve Holland, Senior Vice President in Lockton's Solicitor team, advises recently started law firms on how to get the best from their PII renewal.

PII Renewal 2016 - what you need to know

It is time to start preparing for your October 1st PII renewal. Read about the latest changes, and download your copy of our 2016 Solicitors PII Report.

PII Case notes: Being wrong doesn't necessarily make you liable

The recent case of Barker v Baxendale Walker Solicitors provides insightful commentary on solicitors' duty to advise, and confirms that while a solicitor may be wrong, that does not necessarily make them liable

Recent developments in choice of regulator for Solicitors

Legal professionals considering which regulator best suits their and their clients needs should be aware of recent developments in this evolving area.

Information Security Posters

Preventing data breaches or theft is principally about reinforcing best practice. Regular reminders are a valuable tool. Our 6 posters can be used around your office to keep information security best practice front of mind.

The Reality of Cyber Risk: Webinar

Our latest 2-part webinar takes a practical look at information security risks and suggests effective risk mitigation strategies. It also considers recent claims trends and provides an overview of insurance coverage available to ensure you select the right policy for your needs.

Environmental Risks Seminar, by Andrew Wiseman, Harrison & Grant Solicitors

Leading environmental law expert Andrew Wiseman provides a very practical guide to the risk issues property solicitors need to be aware of relating to contamination and flood risk.

Property Due Diligence - getting it right

Property Law specialist, Katherine Fenn, of Field Fisher Waterhouse LLP, presents this tour de force on due diligence pitfalls and the latest issues for Commercial (and residential) Property solicitors. An invaluable, and enjoyable presentation that comes highly recommended.

Information Security risks

Information Security is a growing problem. This webinar from Lockton in conjunction with Computer Law Training, looks at where the biggest risks for your practice lie, and provides practical advice on how best to mitigate the risks. Don't forget to check out our other information security resources available on our website. NB - video starts at 1 minute.

Introduction to Property Law Risks

Watch this first in our Property Law Seminar series. To start the webinar, simply click on the 'register online' button below.

Property Law Risks - strategies for mitigating risks

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Wills, Trusts & Probate Risk Management webinar

Calum MacLean, Risk Manager of Lockton, examines risks facing practitioners undertaking wills trusts and probate work, focussing on an analysis of patterns of claims emanating from the profession. Seminar presented in conjunction with Certainty, the National Will Register. Click the Book Now icon to start the webinar. You will need to enter the password: SearchWithCertainty to view the webinar.

Residential Property Risks: Managing the relationship with lender clients

Lender claims were responsible for the single biggest spike in claims this decade. Julian Sampson, the Conveyancing Solicitor behind Jet Convey, considers the common traps that cause claims, and suggests practical steps to mitigate the risks.