It will be another busy year here at Ochresoft, with plenty of upcoming events and awards to attend. Here’s a roundup of what we’ve got planned for 2024:
- 6th February: The Conveyancing Association Annual Conference
The Conveyancing Association’s Annual Conference 2024 is taking place on 6th February at Hilton Manchester Deansgate, and Ochresoft is proud to be a sponsor, with our parent company, Landmark Information Group. Our Managing Director, Rob Gurney, will be joined by an expert panel to explore the top considerations when planning the adoption of new technology, and how it can quickly impact everyday efficiency for law firms.
- 15th February: Women in Residential Property: Networking lunch
Ochresoft is looking forward to attending the Women in Residential Property networking lunch on Thursday 15th February, at The Harcourt in Marylebone, London.
- 11-15th March: National Conveyancing Week
The purpose of National Conveyancing Week, which takes place between 11-15th March, is to (amongst other things): Inform, educate, assist, motivate, reassure, improve the profile of conveyancers and conveyancing; and ensure fees can be set at and kept at an acceptable level. Ochresoft is proud to be involved in the 2024 initiative.
- 12th March: British Conveyancing Awards
Taking place in London on Tuesday 12th March, the British Conveyancing Awards highlight achievements, recognise excellence and celebrate the superheroes of the conveyancing sector. Ochresoft is pleased to be sponsoring the ‘Conveyancing Firm of the Year – Midlands’ award, and we’re also entering the “Technology Enabler of the Year” award.
- 14th March: Wills & Probate Conference
The Wills & Probate Conference 2024 is taking place on Thursday 14th March at Hilton Leeds City, Leeds, and Ochresoft is looking forward to attending. The session will bring together some of the UK’s leading experts in the fast-moving field of Wills and Probate compliance, with both panel and speaker sessions.
- 21st March: Modern Law Conveyancing Conference
The Modern Law Conveyancing Conference is taking place on Thursday 21st March at Coombe Abbey in Coventry, and Ochresoft is delighted to be a headline sponsor. The packed programme encourages collaboration and includes a number of discussions on current pressure points facing firms, plus a talk from Ollie Ollerton, a UK Special Forces Soldier and directing staff from Channel 4’s ‘SAS: Who Dares Wins’.
- 17th April: Women in Wills regional lunch
The Women in Wills regional lunch is taking place on Wednesday 17th April at The Coal Shed in London. Ochresoft is looking forward to attending this event.
- 24th April: LawtechUK
Network with startups, industry leaders, and investors in the lawtech community, at the LawtechUK event in Liverpool. Ochresoft will be attending this event on Wednesday 24th April.
- 8th May: ‘State of the Nation’ Summit
The ‘State of the Nation’ Summit, hosted by Today’s Wills and Probate, is taking place in Birmingham on Thursday 8th May. Practitioners, suppliers and recruiters will gather to address the challenges and opportunities shaping our legal landscape in wills and probate. Ochresoft will be attending.
- 11th May: Ochresoft team climb Ben Nevis
On Saturday 11th May, determined Ochresoft colleagues will be heading to Scotland in order to take on the challenge of summiting the mighty Ben Nevis, in support of Parkinson’s UK charity. We’d greatly appreciate any donations, please, via our JustGiving page. Every donation and message of support we receive will mean the world to us, and will inspire the team to complete the challenge together! Thank you in advance.
- 18th June: London Legal Walk
The London Legal Walk is a sponsored walk in order to raise vital funds for the provision of free legal advice. Members of the Ochresoft team will be taking part on Tuesday 18th June, walking shoulder to shoulder with fellow members of the London legal community.
- 19th June: Bold Legal Group Summer Conference & Soirée
Ochresoft is proud to be a Silver Sponsor of the 2023 Bold Legal Group Summer Conference & Soirée. The event, which will be held in London’s Regent Park on Wednesday 19th June, is a full day of keynote talks, panel discussions, breakout sessions and an exhibition. There will be a focus on the latest legislation and understanding which technologies can help perform a 21st century conveyancers’ role well, with maximum efficiency and profit.
- 4th July: Modern Law Private Client Awards
Returning for its second year, the Modern Law Private Client Awards celebrate and champion the incredible work being delivered across the Private Client industry. The awards will take place on 4th July at The Rum Warehouse in Liverpool. Ochresoft is proud to be sponsoring the ‘Outstanding Client Care (26+ Employees)’ award once again with our MD, Rob Gurney, on the judging panel.
- 17th September: Reading Legal Walk
Just like the London Legal Walk, the Reading Legal Walk is a sponsored walk in order to raise vital funds for the provision of free legal advice. Members of the Ochresoft team will be taking part on Tuesday 17th September.
- 25th September: Accesspoint Legal Innovators Forum
The Accesspoint Legal Innovators Forum is taking place on Wednesday 25th September at Hanbury Manor Hotel in Hertfordshire, and Ochresoft is delighted to be a platinum sponsor, for the second year in a row. The forum will include a series of engaging presentations and product demonstrations, which will cover a range of topics relevant to the audience, with keynote speakers and a buffet lunch to encourage networking opportunities.
- 3rd October: Surrey Law Society (SLS) Legal Awards
Now in its sixth year, the Surrey Law Society (SLS) Awards are taking place on Thursday 3rd October at G Live in Guildford. This annual celebration continues to highlight the exemplary work within Surrey’s legal community. Ochresoft is proud to be sponsoring the ‘Private Client Team’ award.
- 10th October: British Wills & Probate Awards
The British Wills and Probate Awards are returning for a seventh year. The awards will once again be held at the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel in Manchester, on 10th October. We’re proud to be sponsoring the ‘Private Client Firm of the Year – Boutique’ award.
- 17th October: UK Customer Experience Awards
The 2024 UK Customer Experience Awards will take place in London on 17th October, where organisations from across the UK will be judged by industry experts, business leaders and academics. Ochresoft is delighted to be a Finalist for the award category of ’Best Voice of the Customer Initiative’.
- 6th November: Society of Licensed Conveyancers Annual Conference
Taking place at Reach Events in Derby’s Pride Park on 6th November, the 2024 SLC Annual Conference will once again be hosted by Kate Faulkner OBE. Ochresoft is pleased to be exhibiting at the Conference.
- 21st November: Modern Law Conveyancing Awards
The annual Modern Law Conveyancing Awards will take place on Thursday 21st November at The Rum Warehouse in Liverpool. Ochresoft is proud to be sponsoring the ‘Best Workplace’ award with our MD, Rob Gurney, on the judging panel.
Keep an eye on this page for more information and details of further upcoming events.
Previous events: 2023
- 7th March 2023: UK Customer Satisfaction Awards
Ochresoft is delighted to be named as a Finalist in the UK Customer Satisfaction Awards 2023 for the category of ‘Best Return on Customer Service Investment’. The 2023 UK Customer Satisfaction Awards will take place at Hilton Park Lane, London, on 7th March, where organisations from across the UK will be judged by industry experts, business leaders and academics.
- 20-24th March 2023: National Conveyancing Week
The purpose of National Conveyancing Week, which takes place between 20-24th March, is to (amongst other things): Inform, educate, assist, motivate, reassure, improve the profile of conveyancers and conveyancing; and ensure fees can be set at and kept at an acceptable level. Ochresoft is a proud sponsor of the 2023 initiative.
- 21st March 2023: British Conveyancing Awards
Taking place in London on 21st March, the British Conveyancing Awards highlights achievement, recognises excellence and celebrates the superheroes of the conveyancing sector. Ochresoft is delighted to be sponsoring the ‘Risk & Compliance Champion of the Year’ award, and we’re also shortlisted for the ‘Risk & Compliance Support Service of the Year’ award.
- 20th April 2023: UK Probate Research Awards
The UK Probate Research Awards, taking place in London on 20th April, celebrates the achievements and skills of forensic genealogists, recognising the best of the best in the world of probate research and private client law. Ochresoft has been shortlisted for the ‘Best Legal Industry Service Provider’ award.
- 15th June 2023: ‘State of the Nation’ Summit
The ‘State of the Nation’ Summit, hosted by Today’s Wills and Probate, is taking place in Birmingham on Thursday 15th June. Practitioners, suppliers and recruiters will gather to address the challenges and opportunities shaping our legal landscape in wills and probate. Ochresoft will be attending.
- 21th June 2023: Bold Legal Group Summer Conference & Soirée
Ochresoft is proud to be a Silver Sponsor of the 2023 Bold Legal Group Summer Conference & Soirée. The event, which will be held in London’s Regent Park on 21st June, is a full day of keynote talks, panel discussions, breakout sessions and an exhibition. There will be a focus on the latest legislation and understanding which technologies can help perform a 21st century conveyancers’ role well, with maximum efficiency and profit.
- 5th July 2023: Modern Law Private Client Awards
Brand new for 2023, Modern Law has launched Private Client Awards specifically to celebrate and champion the incredible work being delivered across the Private Client industry. The awards will take place on 5th July at The Rum Warehouse in Liverpool. Ochresoft is proud to be sponsoring the ‘Outstanding Client Care’ award with our MD, Rob Gurney, on the judging panel.
- 14th September 2023: National Paralegal Awards
Now in its fifth year, The National Paralegal Awards promotes the work and achievements of Paralegals in the UK. The 2023 event will take place on 14th September at the iconic Grand Hotel in Birmingham. Ochresoft is sponsoring the ‘Best Will Writing Business Of The Year’ award, and is delighted to be named as a Finalist in the category of ‘Best Legal Profession Supplier’.
- 19th September 2023: Reading Legal Walk
The Reading Legal Walk is a 10km sponsored walk in order to raise vital funds for the provision of free legal advice. Members of the Ochresoft team will be taking part on Tuesday 19th September, walking shoulder to shoulder with fellow members of the Reading legal community, and collecting sponsorship (our donation page can be found here!).
- 21st September 2023: Accesspoint Legal Innovators Forum
The Accesspoint Legal Innovators Forum is taking place on Thursday 21st September at Hanbury Manor Hotel in Hertfordshire, and Ochresoft is delighted to be a platinum sponsor of the event. The forum will include keynote speakers discussing Cyber Security and AI in the Legal World, along with product demos and news of integrations, partnerships, and developments in the industry. There will also be a session of Accesspoint in Practice, with insights from focus firms.
- 28th September 2023: Women in Wills regional lunch
The Women in Wills Regional lunch is taking place on Thursday 28th September in Bristol Harbour Hotel, Bristol. Ochresoft is looking forward to attending this event.
- 11th October 2023: British Wills & Probate Awards
The British Wills and Probate Awards are returning for a sixth year. The awards, hosted by Jennie Bond, will be held at the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel in Manchester on 11th October 2023. We’re proud to be sponsoring the ‘Solicitor Firm of the Year – North’ award, and entering the ‘Community & Charity Champions’ award.
- 20th October 2023: ESTAS
Friday 20th October will bring together top agents, conveyancers, and brokers, for the annual ESTAS Awards. Ochresoft is proud to be a Principal Partner once again, for the 2023 event.
- 15th November 2023: Society of Licensed Conveyancers Annual Conference
Taking place at Reach Events in Derby’s Pride Park on 15th November, the 2023 SLC Annual Conference will be hosted by Kate Faulkner OBE. Ochresoft is pleased to be exhibiting at the Conference.
- 16th November 2023: Modern Law Conveyancing Awards
The annual Modern Law Conveyancing Awards will take place on 16th November at The Rum Warehouse in Liverpool. Ochresoft is proud to be sponsoring the ‘Best Workplace’ award with our MD, Rob Gurney, on the judging panel.
- 16th November 2023: Women in Wills Regional lunch
The Women in Wills Regional lunch is taking place on Thursday 16th November at The Municipal Hotel, Dale Street, Liverpool. Ochresoft is looking forward to attending this event.
- 22nd November 2023: British Legal Technology Awards
The British Legal Technology Awards will be held on 22nd November at the City Central at the HAC, London, and Ochresoft has been shortlisted for the ‘Supplier of the Year’ award. The awards recognise excellence in legal technology, IT security, leadership and innovation, as well as the individuals, teams and suppliers transforming the future of legal services.
