David Lee
David is an event host, podcast presenter, writer and editor who has worked with the legal sector for more than 20 years. He regularly hosts events and podcasts for legal clients, including The Law Society of Scotland. He hosts its New Partner Practice Management Course three times a year and has also worked with the Society on a wide range of different conferences. David is the longest-serving member of the Scottish Legal Awards judging panel.
As Director of David Lee Media & Events Ltd, he has hosted almost 500 events and podcasts in total for a range of public and private sector clients, including almost 350 in-person events. His expertise ranges from law to life sciences, sustainability to social work, and fintech to forestry. David also runs a successful media training business.
Away from work, he is a father of four grown-up children (and Dexter the dog), a passionate coastal rower and a highly vocal footballer of declining ability.
Articles by David Lee:
AI, mental health and wellbeing, and the ethical principles which underpin the entire legal profession dominated the four days of the 2025 Law Society of Conference Annual Conference.
CPD & Training with David Lee:
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Our Conveyancing Conference 2026 is a chance for practitioners to learn more about the legal developments that are influencing the work of conveyancers and offers attendees the opportunity to explore new and innovative ideas to help them improve their practice.
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Our Anti-Money Laundering and Financial Crime Conference will return in August 2026 across two-mornings, offering legal professionals an in-depth look at the evolving AML landscape.
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This certificated course is for relationships managers working in financial services serving the legal industry in Scotland.
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Watch our speakers explore the newest developments in the AML and Financial Crime landscape. Take this opportunity to hear from experts in the field and gain some real practical tips and guidance from all things money laundering prevention to anti-money laundering compliance.
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Watch our speakers delve into the most pressing issues in conveyancing practice in 2024.
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The role of a Money Laundering Reporting Officer is increasingly important - and challenging - in the face of multiple growing threats from global financial crime. This is an opportunity for MLROs, Deputies, or those who would like to become MLROs, to share knowledge and experiences about the challenges they face.
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Watch our expert speakers cover the latest developments in the field of AML, and provide best practice for safeguarding your firm.
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Join us in October for two conveyancing webinars. This one will cover how conveyancers can work more closely and effectively with their private client colleagues to deliver a better service for clients - and benefits for the firm.
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Watch on-demand as we explore the contemporary challenges facing conveyancers in Scotland and discuss the latest developments in conveyancing law.
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Join us in November for the Statutory Pledges: A six-month review to know how are statutory pledges working in practice? How is the industry coping with ‘torpedo risk’, and what strategies can you use to mitigate this risk in your firm.
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Watch our speakers for how can conveyancers work closely with their private client colleagues to simplify the process - and reduce stress for clients?
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Watch our speakers talk about the importance of knowing your firm, knowing your clients, and building a firm-wide AML culture.
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Watch our speaker for a six-month review to know how are statutory pledges working in practice.
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Join us for an hour webinar which cover how How can the property sector derive the business benefits that AI can bring, while avoiding the potential pitfalls?
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Simon Mayberry, Head of Employment at Balfour & Manson, will take a practical look at all aspects of settlement agreements.
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Donna Reynolds, Legal Director at Kennedys, will look at this emerging area of employment law and discuss how employers should respond to allegations of misconduct that can be linked to neurodivergence.
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Employers have a legal duty to take reasonable steps to prevent workplace sexual harassment and from October 2026, they will be under a new stricter anticipatory duty to an "all reasonable steps" requirement along with the introduction of employment liability for harassment by third parties. Donna Reynolds, Legal Director at Kennedys, will explain what “all reasonable steps” might mean in practice. Additionally, other areas such as third party sexual harassment claims against senior staff and directors will also be considered.
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