Course description
The ability to execute a document using an electronic signature is now well established in contract law. However, considerable confusion remains as to what will be accepted as a valid electronic signature, particularly in the case of property transactions.
In this webinar, Keith Markham will review the relevant legislation and caselaw, as well as summarise the key guidance provided by both the Law Commission and HM Land Registry.
Topics to be covered include the different types of electronic signatures, ‘simple’ and ‘formal’ contracts, the latest position on the signing and witnessing of wills using electronic means, and more.
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Introduction
The ability to execute a document using an electronic signature is now well established in contract law. However, considerable confusion remains as to what will be accepted as a valid electronic signature, particularly in the case of property transactions.
This webinar reviews the relevant legislation and caselaw and summarises the key guidance provided by both the Law Commission and HM Land Registry.
What You Will Learn
This webinar will cover the following:
- Overview of key guidance documents
- ‘Simple’ v ‘formal’ contracts
- Summary of the key provisions of the eIDAS Regulation
- Different types of electronic signatures
- HM Land Registry guidance on the use of electronic signatures
- Summary of latest position on signing and witnessing of wills using electronic means
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