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Come Join Us!

Come Join Us!

Membership of Tees Valley Law Society offers opportunities whether you are a qualified solicitor or other legal professional, or you are in the early stages of training.

Members are offered discounted rates for all of our training events, which are held locally and at the end of the working day to ensure the least disruption to you, your firm and your clients. We hold regular networking and social events where members can come together informally to discuss issues within the profession, but more importantly to share ideas.

Membership of TVLS is about offering support whether formally through involvement of the Council or more informally by sharing ideas about best practice with other firms. By becoming a member of TVLS there are opportunities to become involved in the running of the Society, whether through membership of Council or Committees or in a more informal role.

The application process is quick and simple and membership is great value. Join us today.

HMRC Data-Gathering Notices (Updated)

HMRC Data-Gathering Notices (Updated)

Three firms have informed the Law Society that they have now received formal Notices from HMRC requiring client information on the beneficial ownership of offshore companies and beneficial interest in offshore trusts, partnerships and similar entities to be provided by 25 May.

The Law Society is liaising closely with the firms about next steps, which could include appealing against the Notices.

If you receive such a Letter of Notice then the Law Society would like to hear from you - please contact Ronan Casey.

Update

The Notices received confirm that HMRC is not seeking material that is covered by privilege.

The Law Society has published guidance on the implications of HMRC Notices on legal professional privilege.