Southend-on-Sea and District Law Society.

The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales.  Southend-on-sea District Law Society (SOSDSL) is the the local arm of the larger organisation, representing local firms in the local area.

From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and others, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors across England and Wales.

SOSDLS may be called Southend-on-Sea and District, but in fact we cover a wide geographical area – from Southend to Grays and north to Wickford and beyond.

SOSDLS have been established since 1911 – and in 2011 we celebrated our centenary year.

If you are a member of the public, looking to find a Solicitor, then please go to our “Find a Solicitor” link.

A Message from the President

Last year, in 2015, we celebrated the 800th Anniversary of Magna Carta. In this certain rights were granted to ordinary people for the first time, which helped to make our justice system the envy of the world.  Although the rights have been modified and extended over the centuries to adapt to changing needs and circumstances, it is important to remember that a strong, professional and independent legal profession is essential in maintaining our way of life and protecting the rights of our fellow citizens.

Southend on Sea and District Law Society has been the focal point of the legal profession in the area for over 100 years.  It acts as a link between the local profession and Chancery Lane, makes representations on behalf of members to other interested parties on matters of concern to the profession locally.  The Society has a pro-active and enthusiastic Committee who welcome comments from members and if there are problems, the Committee will try to help where it can.

The Society also arranges seminars and social events to enable members to meet in a more informal way.

The highlight of the Society’s social calendar has always been the Champagne Party, which this year, 2016, is to be held on Friday 8th July at The Lawn, Hall Road, Rochford.

Keith Simpson. 

President of Southend on Sea and District Law Society

2015 – 2016