Future Proof Private Client & Family Law Festival - June 2026

Future Proof Festival a Great Success at Binks Yard

On Thursday 4th June, Nottinghamshire Law Society proudly hosted its first-ever Future Proof Festival — a dynamic, forward-thinking event dedicated entirely to private client practice. Held at the vibrant Binks Yard venue, the festival brought together legal professionals, experts, and exhibitors for a day of insight, collaboration, and innovation.

With the generous support of our event sponsors — Actons Solicitors, Cowens Group, and Currency Connect — the festival delivered a packed and engaging programme. The agenda explored key topics shaping the future of private client work, including probate, inheritance tax planning, governance, modernising wills, and nuptial agreements. Sessions were designed to be both informative and accessible, offering practical takeaways alongside thought-provoking discussion.

The event was extremely well attended, reflecting the growing appetite within the profession for opportunities to share knowledge, challenge traditional approaches, and explore emerging trends. In addition to the expert-led sessions, the festival format created space for meaningful networking, allowing delegates, sponsors, and exhibitors to connect throughout the day in a relaxed and informal setting.

Feedback following the event has been overwhelmingly positive. Delegates praised the quality and relevance of the content, while sponsors and exhibitors highlighted the value of engaging directly with professionals in a collaborative environment.

A special thank you must be extended to Heather Parker and Bindiya Patel of Actons Solicitors for their significant contribution to bringing the festival to life. Originally sparked as an idea by Bindiya last year, the Future Proof Festival has evolved into a standout event in the NLS calendar — a testament to the power of collaboration and innovation within our community.

Given the success of this inaugural event, plans are already underway to build on its momentum, with the intention of making the Future Proof Festival an annual fixture.

Nottinghamshire Law Society would like to thank everyone involved — our speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, and delegates — for making the day such a success.

Private Client Chair, Heather Parker and Nottinghamshire Law Society President, Drew Dennis welcome everyone to the inaugural Private Client & Family Law Festival - Future Proof.

James Caley from event sponsor Currency Connect led the first session on “Sending Inheritance Payments Internationally.”

The next discussion was given by Drew Dennis, on nuptials...

Head of Operations, Michelle Foster with Nick Gallagher, CEO of The Solicitors' Charity

Before lunch, we held a panel discussion on 'Post-Budget Tax Implications' with Dr Sam Hart (Rosegate Tax), Phil Michou (Cowens Group) and Hannah Turner (Freeths LLP).

David Carrol presented on behalf of Cowens Group, another event sponsor. David's presentation focussed on 'Supporting Trustees. Strengthening Governance'.

The final session before a World Cup penalty shoot-out was a panel discussion - looking at 'Modernising Wills - Law Reform Preposals' with Ian Bon (The Law Society), Amy Lloy (Roythornes & STEP) and Robert Hill (Freeths LLP)

Finally, Nick Gallagher, CEO of The Solicitors' Charity gave a presentation on the supporting work, the charity offers to the legal profession.

Then it was time for a bit of fun... World Cup Penalty Shoot-Out!

A huge thank you to everyone that joined us, supported and sponsored this event, as well to the AV Sound at Binks Yard, their hospitality and to Jay Glenn for excellent photography!