Our Take Ten With… series is a short, playful interview with each of our sponsors, where they answer ten quickfire questions about their business, why they chose to become an event partner, their opinions on the conveyancing sector, and what they’re looking forward to about The Conveyancing Awards 2026.
Meet Edward Karslake, Head of Online Distribution, First Title…
1. What is your company’s elevator pitch?
First Title removes title risk from conveyancing by insuring it, helping lawyers protect clients and keep transactions moving with confidence.
2. At The Conveyancing Awards, what should we look out for from your team?
Our team will be best dressed in our finery, catching up with clients, meeting new firms and listening to the issues facing conveyancers in 2026 and how First Title might help. We’re looking forward to celebrating the achievements of the winners and can’t wait to see old and new faces on the evening.
3. Why was this partnership right for your business?
Conveyancing is a big focus for First Title. As a service provider, supporting these awards is a natural fit so we can help recognise the hard work and professionalism in the industry. It’s also a great chance to reinforce our commitment to helping firms deliver good outcomes for their clients!
4. In three words, how would you describe the conveyancing sector?
Resilient, adaptable, energetic.
5. What’s your advice for anyone new to the awards scene?
Enjoy the evening! Awards are a great reminder of how supportive a community can be. They offer a great chance to catch up with people you wouldn’t normally mix with day-to-day and celebrate your industry.
6. Who/which businesses do you hope to see recognised with an award this year & why?
There’s so much strong work happening, with innovation and sector pressures, it would be great to see firms that focus on improving client outcomes being recognised.
7. What are you most looking forward to about The Conveyancing Awards?
Seeing familiar faces, meeting new ones through networking, seeing young talent get recognised and of course, the food in such an awesome venue!
8. If you could book any surprise guest or host, who would it be?
Bob Mortimer.
9. If you had to choose a theme song for The Conveyancing Awards, what would it be?
All Right Now by Free.
10. How do you get red carpet ready?
Spending too much time with the YouTube app trying to tie my bow tie!
Find out more about our sponsor, First Title, by visiting their sponsorship profile page, where you can learn more about their business, services and continued support.
