Emails and electronic signatures are now a normal part of everyday life. They are quick, convenient and easy to send. The important point is that, in some situations, they can also have serious legal effect, especially in property disputes, trust arrangements and settlement discussions.

That means an email may do more than record a conversation. In the right circumstances, it could help create a binding agreement, show who owns a share in a property, or support a claim that someone should be treated as having a beneficial interest. This is why electronic signature property law UK issues should be handled carefully.