Send Bricks & Banter a text message! Set against the shimmering backdrop of London’s skyline aboard the elegant Silver Sturgeon yacht, Tom and Laura chat with industry leaders and legal professionals. This special episode captures the vibrant energy of the Groundsure Annual Thames River Cruise - a highlight of the conveyancing and property industry calendar. From the lively decks filled with Ibiza sunset vibes, this episode blends insight with the incredible atmosphere. Special gues...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! This week, we’re joined by the brilliant and bold Steph Walker, co-founder of The Agency UK (TAUK) — and trust us, she’s got more insight than your average property valuation. We explore how Steph's reshaping the estate agency landscape with innovation, integrity, and a people-first mindset. Steph shares her journey from traditional agency roots to building one of the UK’s most dynamic self-employed models. We discuss: 🔍 What makes TAUK stand out in...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! In this latest episode of the Bricks & Banter podcast, hosts Tom Parkinson and Laura Cartwright chat with their guest Travis Scholes from LMS about his company's efforts to improve communication and standardisation within the Conveyancing profession. Travis discusses the value LMS adds to the process through innovative solutions like the National Property Transaction Network, which aims to enhance data standardisation and trust among stakeholders....

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! In this 3rd episode of series 2, we sit down with Founder and CEO of Hive Risk, Kate Burt to discuss the ever evolving landscape of legal compliance. From assessments, accreditations and regulatory changes to the rising importance of promoting a culture of integrity, Kate shares insights and practical strategies for staying ahead of legal risks in today’s world. Whether you're a Solicitor, Manager or a Compliance Officer, or just curious about ...

Send Bricks & Banter a text message! In this amazing episode we take you behind the scenes at the British Conveyancing Awards where we had an exclusive interview with Bold Legal Group founder Rob Hailstone, who shared his insights into his 50 + years in the property industry from his early beginnings to his biggest milestones. We also capture the pre awards energy and excitement with an unexpected turn when we were lucky enough to be joined by David Opie before he headed off to get...

We are back! In the first episode of Series 2, Tom and Laura sit down with friends Natalie Moore and Mike Leeman who are Managing Partners / Directors of their own successful conveyancing law firms. We ask them what makes their firms successful, what challenges they face, and of course we have some fun!! Tune in to listen and understand what it takes to establish a thriving and growing conveyancing practice. Many thanks to our sponsors Rowlinsons Solicitors and Bell Lamb &a...

Celebrate the 2024 festive season with this very special live recording of our Christmas Podcast. Join Tom and Laura as they bring laughter, cheer and heartfelt moments whilst reflecting on the past year. Enjoy audience participation with a Christmas Trivia Quiz and a very awkward Q&A segment. Whether you want to reminisce, laugh or feel inspired this episode will leave you wrapped in the warmth of Christmas spirit. Merry Christmas to everyone in the conveyancing wor...

In the much anticipated series finale of the Bricks & Banter podcast we take listeners on our road trip to London to visit the fabulous Howden offices and catch up with the legend that is Edward Donne to discuss all things about professional indemnity insurance. As we bid farewell there will be moments of vulnerability, laughter and even surprise announcements ensuring this final episode is as dynamic and energising as the rest of the series. Whist we wrap us this series we wanted...

In the penultimate Bricks & Banter episode for this series, "The one where we chatted like mates over a (non-existent) pint" the stakes are high as we pressure Kate McKittrick to provide her stories and memories in respect of her Awards and Conferences with revelations about the judging panels, themes, favourite and non favourite hosts and of course secrets are revealed!. Kate described it as like chatting with my mates over a pint - minus the pint. We couldn't agree more! ...

The Bricks & Banter podcast is back for our fourth episode!!! In this latest riveting 😂 instalment we welcome the acclaimed Clare Yates as we explore the challenges faced by conveyancers and the advice she gives to manage professional relationships. We really, really enjoyed recording this episode and hope that you enjoy listening and laughing along with us... Your hosts are Laura Cartwright of Bell Lamb & Joynson Solicitors & Tom Parkinson of Rowlinsons Solicitors Thanks ag...

Welcome to Episode 3 of 6 of Bricks & Banter – the one that we nearly wanted to scrap and start again! 😂 After a long and tiring week at 4pm on a Friday we came up with this!! Note to ourselves - Monday is a much better day to do this type of thing after not visiting Soho the night before!! We really hope that you continue to get on board with what we are doing and trying to achieve - as the acclaimed Natalie Moore recently said, we are just trying to bring humour and a light hearted ap...

Welcome to Episode 2 of Bricks & Banter – the one where we mention the C word……culture! We are absolutely delighted with the response to Episode 1 and all of the feedback & comments we have received from everyone who has listened and laughed along with what was our first Podcast. We have only gone and done it again though and Episode 2 is now available!! Listen to Laura challenge Tom about the importance of culture in the workplace and hear about their ventures over the last m...

Welcome to Episode 1 of Bricks and Banter - the one that was supposed to be our pilot and not released to the public!! We don't know how long this journey is going to last - but for now please listen and feel free to laugh at us or preferably with us - we know that we had a hoot!! Tom & Laura Many thanks to our sponsors Rowlinsons Solicitors and Bell Lamb & Joynson Solicitors Follow Bricks & Banter on LinkedIn Visit the Bricks & Banter Website Bricks & Banter the podc...