Russell Hewitson, currently an Associate Professor at Northumbria University, boasts a rich and varied career in both legal practice and academia. Having qualified as a solicitor in 1988 and gained experience with Ward Hadaway, Russell transitioned to the academic sphere in 1992, where he has since been deeply engaged in teaching and researching conveyancing law and practice. His expertise in this domain is evident through his extensive lecturing engagements, catering to diverse audiences including students, solicitors, licensed conveyancers, and other property professionals. Additionally, Russell's contributions to several publications by the Law Society, such as the Conveyancing Handbook, Conveyancing Quality Scheme Toolkit, and Conveyancing Checklists, underscore his substantial impact on the legal profession and conveyancing community.