2026 marks a truly momentous milestone for The Newcastle and North of England Society as we begin our Bicentennial year — 200 years since our founding in 1826, just one year after The Law Society. As one of the oldest regional law societies in England, we are proud of our long-standing legacy of professionalism, service, and community.

This historic year is also one of exciting change and growth. Following the coming together of Tees Valley Law Society and Carlisle & District Law Society, we are proud to move forward under our new name: The Newcastle & North of England Law Society — a Society that reflects the breadth, strength, and diversity of the legal profession across our region.

What began as a small association of local solicitors has evolved into a dynamic professional body representing a forward-thinking legal community. For two centuries, the Society has championed the rule of law, professional excellence, and the development of a strong, ethical, and prosperous legal sector throughout the North of England.

As we celebrate 200 years of achievement, we do so with pride in our past and optimism for the future. With an exciting programme of events, CPD seminars and celebrations planned for 2026/27, now is a fantastic time to become a member of the Society and be part of this landmark chapter in our history. Information about our membership categories can be found on our website together with the evolving programme of events.

Here’s to our Bicentennial year supporting our members and strengthening the legal profession across the North of England.

Here is what we offer...:

• Legal Education Programme with top class speakers
• Seminars offered at competitive rates and at convenient times
• Monthly Newcastle News digital magazine
• Annual Law Dinner and Summer Charity Garden Party
• Annual Lecture
• Social Events
• Networking opportunities
• Use of our Website to promote your firm through our Find a Solicitor directory or to advertise vacancies
• Area meetings
• Free Associate Membership for trainees in our area
• Discounted membership for employed solicitors, assistant solicitors, retired solicitors and consultants
• A Mentoring Scheme for qualified solicitors returning to the profession.

We represent our members by...:

• Putting forward the views of the profession
• Responding to consultation papers
• Maintaining a presence on court user and other local and regional legal committees
• Attending regional and national meetings and conferences
• Raising matters of concern referred to us from the wider membership
• Being a member of the County Societies Group

We are in touch with...:

• The Law Society of England & Wales
• Tees Valley Law Society and the North East Regional Association of Local Law Societies
• The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
• The Legal Ombudsman
• Major Provincial Local Law Societies
• The County Societies Group
• The Judiciary, the Bar, the Magistracy and the Courts Service
• Newcastle Business and Property Court Forum
• CILEx
• Sole Practitioners Group
• Small Firms Network
• North of England Medico-Legal Society
• Junior Lawyers Network
• Collaborative Family Law - North East
• Women Lawyers Division - North East
• The Association of Irish Lawyers in England
• LawCare
• The Solicitors Charity

We can help you by providing useful contact details for...:

• MPs
• Press, Radio and TV
• Universities in the North East of England