Manchester Law Society

18/02/2026

Ramadan Mubarak from all of us here at Manchester Law Society! 🌙✨

Wishing the very best to all those observing 💛

29/01/2026

23/01/2026

In just a few weeks, we will be hosting our ED&I event, 'Breaking Barriers: The Rabbi, the Imam and the Power of Dialogue', kindly sponsored by Clyde & Co.

📅 Monday 9th February
🕔 17:00 — 19:30
📌 Clyde & Co, Two New Bailey Square, Stanley Street, Salford, M3 5GS

For more than two years, Rabbi Dovid Lewis and Imam Nasser Kurdy have refused to be divided by conflict and have led dozens of interfaith initiatives across local schools and football grounds, proving that dialogue, empathy, and shared humanity can endure even in the most challenging times.

Though renowned across our region, for the very first time the two faith-leaders will be delivering their talk and Q+A session to a legal community, exploring themes such as faith, identity, and the transformative power of dialogue.

We do hope you'll be able to join us for this powerful session, which is a testament to what’s possible when we lead with compassion, listen deeply, and dare to reach across painful divides.

➡️ Read more about the event on our website: https://manchesterlawsociety.org.uk/event/2026/2/9/breaking-barriers-the-rabbi-the-imam-and-the-power-of-dialogue/

🎙️ Listen to their podcast here: https://shows.acast.com/the-rabbi-the-imam

🎟️ How to book:
Please register for this event by emailing events@manchesterlawsociety.org.uk.

This event is free to attend and open to anyone (not just MLS Members or legal practitioners!), but you MUST register with us beforehand.

20/01/2026

Join us for an evening of true knowledge-sharing and networking in the local corporate and commercial community.

Organised by our very own Corporate and Commercial Forum, our M&A Mixer and Market Update is the perfect opportunity to tap into the sector while also learning about key updates and developments in the corporate and commercial world.

We are delighted to announce that Jenny Sugiarto, Director (Mergers) at the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), will be presenting, followed by a panel of experts discussing the PE and M&A in the region.

👉 Find the full details here: https://lnkd.in/egn67fWK

🎟️ Cost to attend:
MLS Members: £10.00 + VAT (£12.00)
Non-members: £25.00 + VAT (£30.00)

📧 Book by emailing events@manchesterlawsociety.org.uk with your delegate details (name, dietary/access requirements etc.)

08/01/2026

Our Property Law Conference is now just weeks away, but there's still time to grab your tickets! Have you secured your spot yet? 🔜🎟️

As you can see, we have an excellent programme made up of leading barristers, solicitors and property experts, ready to offer you their advice on these key topics 👇

You can also read more about our expert speakers and their sessions on our website ➡️ https://manchesterlawsociety.org.uk/event/2026/1/29/property-law-conference-2026/

This is an unmissable event in any property lawyer's diary - make sure to book today to avoid disappointment! ⌛ (Both half-day and full-day tickets are available)

Book now by emailing your delegate details to: events@manchesterlawsociety.org.uk 📧

🎟️ Cost to attend:

Full Day
MLS Members: £125.00 + VAT (£150.00)
Non-members: £165.00 + VAT (198.00)

Morning/Afternoon Only
MLS Members: £80.00 + VAT (£96.00)
Non-members: £110.00 + VAT (£132.00)

17/12/2025

You asked, we listened 💌

Back by popular demand, we are thrilled to be restarting our inter-professional networking dinners — this time, with a fresh rebrand.

Formally known as the Manchester Professionals’ Dinner Clubs, these events were a solid staple in our social calendar, popular amongst our membership and wider network for its ability to bring together individuals from the entire business spectrum. These dinners gave opportunities for collaboration, cross-referrals and connection in the finest restaurants Manchester had to offer.

Now, after months of preparation, we are relaunching with the ‘MLS Supper Clubs‘, designed to bring back these invaluable opportunities of informal yet powerful professional networking.

Our inaugural event, in what we hope to be a long series of networking dinners, will take place on Wednesday 25th February 2026 at Pip and we’d love to see you there 🥂

Start new collaborations, rekindle old friendships, connect with your fellow Manchester professionals — all at the MLS Supper Club.

🔗 Find the full details here: https://manchesterlawsociety.org.uk/event/2026/2/25/mls-supper-club-pip/

📧 Book your place now by emailing events@manchesterlawsociety.org.uk

12/12/2025

✨Happy Chanukah!✨

This Sunday marks the start of Chanukah, and we’d like to send our best to everyone who celebrates!

04/12/2025

The Manchester Legal Awards 2026 are on their way – and we couldn’t be more excited!

Key Dates to Remember:

26 January – Applications open
13 March – Entries close
5 May – Shortlist announced
12 June – Judging Day
2 July – Manchester Legal Awards ceremony and dinner at the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel

You can also find all the key dates➡️ https://lnkd.in/dwkDqzau

Keep your eyes open on 26 January for all the details on this year’s categories and criteria.

We are delighted to be again working with our marketing partner RMS - PR and media partner TheBusinessDesk.com. For 2026 our President’s charity of the year will be the Greater Manchester Law Centre.

If you are interested in raising your profile in the Manchester legal community why not explore the sponsorship opportunities available? See the sponsorship brochure➡️ https://lnkd.in/eXXVFGz8

28/11/2025

Do you know what you are paying for? 💸

Licensing can be a big cost to any business, especially if you don’t fully utilise them!

Thankfully, we have teamed up with Quiss Technology PLC and Ingram Micro, Microsoft's largest global partners, to help demystify who needs what (in terms of licensing) in your office and how to make the most of what you’re already paying for.

Join us on 4th December from 13:00 - 14:00 at our FREE webinar where Peter Graham, Lead Partner Development Manager at Ingram Micro will share his knowledge and experience.

Peter will discuss:

👉 Methods for differentiating the essential and nice-to-have add ons
👉 How to compliantly use the AI you’re already paying for
👉 Ways to maximise the value of your Microsoft 365 setup

➡️ Book your free place now: 2987910c-f5ad-4891-a96f-bbea3a9a9f4f@ee2dd11e-bcc2-4dff-91dc-e67af47a235d" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/2987910c-f5ad-4891-a96f-bbea3a9a9f4f@ee2dd11e-bcc2-4dff-91dc-e67af47a235d

26/11/2025

Cybersecurity for Law Firms: What You Don’t Know, Can Hurt You ⚙️

📅 Wednesday 3rd December
🕚 11:00 — 11:30
💻 Online via Teams
💰 Free to attend!

Cyber-attacks continue to rise – and law firms are still being breached, despite significant investment in technology.

In this session, Mitigo Group will uncover where firms often go wrong and share practical, actionable steps to help you strengthen your cyber security posture and protect your clients, data, and reputation.

Whether you’re unsure where to begin or want to validate your current approach, this webinar will help you move from uncertainty to assurance.

💡 Key topics include:

→ Common misconceptions and blind spots across the legal sector
→ Why technology alone won’t keep your firm safe
→ The critical difference between IT support and cyber risk management
→ Practical steps to strengthen your firm’s cyber resilience and governance

Make sure your firm is staying protected against cyber-attacks and register for FREE today: 31d658f4-12ab-4a17-90fd-e7ee31b6a1a6@ee2dd11e-bcc2-4dff-91dc-e67af47a235d" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/31d658f4-12ab-4a17-90fd-e7ee31b6a1a6@ee2dd11e-bcc2-4dff-91dc-e67af47a235d

21/11/2025

Last night, we celebrated the achievements made by our President, Fiona Ledden, during her year of Office at our annual President’s Council Dinner 🥂

We praised Fiona’s unwavering commitment to maintaining and expanding our ED&I efforts, both within the Society and the wider legal community. We also honoured her years of public service as City Solicitor, and the incredible insight her experience gave to the Society.

With some amazing speeches and some amusing (albeit useful!) presents, we hope that we were able to convey our immense gratitude and appreciation towards Fiona’s dedication to her role as President.

A massive thank you to those who attended and to all our Council members, who are an invaluable part of our Society.

Thank you for everything Fiona ❤️

20/10/2025