Electronic Signatures in Practice: Key Law, Guidance & Recent Developments

Introduction

The usage of electronic signatures to execute documents is increasingly common. However, there is often considerable confusion about the types of electronic signature that can be validly used. This webinar reviews the relevant legislation and case law 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
• Summary of the key provisions of the eIDAS Regulation
• Different types of electronic signatures
• ‘Simple’ v ‘formal’ contracts
• Contracts for guarantee
• Contracts for the sale of land
• Recent case law - Reid-Roberts v Mei-Lin [2026]
• HM Land Registry guidance on the use of electronic signatures
• Law Commission Wills Reform Project - electronic signing and witnessing of wills?

This pre-recorded webinar will be available to view from Wednesday 19th August 2026

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