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19 January 2022
Issue: 7963 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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PII for conveyancers

The Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC) has launched a consultation on possible changes to professional indemnity insurance cover for conveyancers and probate lawyers

Currently, an open market scheme based on minimum terms and conditions (MTC) is used. The CLC proposes reviewing certain areas, including the integrated run-off provided by the MTC, the approach to excesses set by insurers and whether standalone cyber insurance should be mandatory.

CLC chief executive Sheila Kumar said issues with cover renewal have arisen due to market pressures over recent years. View the consultation here. Responses should be sent by 25 February to consultations@clc-uk.org.

Issue: 7963 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

Hogan Lovells—Lisa Quelch

Hogan Lovells—Lisa Quelch

Partner hire strengthens global infrastructure and energy financing practice

Sherrards—Jan Kunstyr

Sherrards—Jan Kunstyr

Legal director bolsters international expertise in dispute resolution team

Muckle LLP—Stacey Brown

Muckle LLP—Stacey Brown

Corporate governance and company law specialist joins the team

NEWS

NOTICE UNDER THE TRUSTEE ACT 1925

HERBERT SMITH STAFF PENSION SCHEME (THE “SCHEME”)

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