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VideosMember Talk – AI for litigators
In this Member Talk our expert speakers discuss why AI is becoming essential for litigators. They explore the AI tools currently available to litigators, the risks involved and how AI is transforming litigation., Whether you’re new to AI or looking to stay ahead, this session offers practical insights for the ...
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VideosMember Talks - Back to basics: Evidence
In this series of Member Talks, experts look at recent developments in handling evidence, particularly looking at disclosure and witness statements in the business and property courts. This series of bitesize videos, exclusive to Dispute Resolution Section members are delivered by experts to support you in giving the best ...
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VideosMember Talks - Back to basics: privilege
Exploring legal professional privilege, without prejudice privilege, and the evolving implications of AI on privilege. This series of bitesize videos, exclusive to Dispute Resolution Section members are delivered by experts to support you in giving the best possible legal advice to your clients.
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FeatureSFO’s updated guidance on corporate cooperation
The team at Freshfields look at the SFO’s guidance on corporate cooperation
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FeatureBridging the gap: A practical guide to generative AI in legal disclosure
Fiona Campbell looks at the recently published guidance on generative AI from the International Legal Technology Association
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FeatureDestin Trading Inc v Saipem SA
Ahmed Abdel Hakam looks at Destin Trading Inc v Saipem SA, and what it means for dispute resolution clauses
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FeatureContract Natural Gas Ltd v Zog Energy Ltd
Ahmed Abdel Hakam examines Contract Natural Gas Ltd v Zog Energy Ltd, and what it shows for time running when a company goes into administration
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FeatureThe Civil Justice Council review of the pre-action protocols
Masood Ahmed looks at the Civil Justice Council’s recently published review of pre-action protocols
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FeatureCivil Justice Council review of litigation funding
Jennifer Morrissey looks at the Civil Justice Council’s review of litigation funding
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FeatureWhat does 2025 hold for dispute resolution?
As we step into 2025, the landscape of dispute resolution continues to evolve at a rapid pace. In this article, we bring together insights from the Dispute Resolution Committee, highlighting the key developments likely to shape the year ahead.
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FeatureLegal professional privilege: tips for practitioners
At the Law Society’s Commercial Litigation Conference on 3 October 2024, Hoi-Yee Roper, Stacie Bourton, Andrew Waters and Katherine Harper discussed some of the latest developments in legal professional privilege and practical tips. This article summarises the key practical tips delivered by the panellists
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FeatureThe future of mediation: voluntary or compulsory
Rajinder Rai looks at the latest government changes around mandatory mediation
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FeatureWellbeing for litigators
Louise Nicholson and Leah Alpren-Waterman look at how litigators can manage their own wellbeing, while providing the best possible service
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VideosMember talk: mental health for litigators
In this 30-minute member talk, Leah Alpren-Waterman asks Richard Martin from the Mindful Business Charter, and Matthew Fitzwater from Barclays about their experience and views on mental health for litigators.
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FeatureNew parliament, new justice?
What changes can litigators expect from the new Labour government? Julian Caddick examines
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FeatureWithout prejudice?
Ahmed Abdel-Hakam and Ramalingam Vallinayagam, of Volterra Fietta, consider the interaction between without prejudice communications and alternative dispute resolution from a litigation perspective
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FeatureThe impact of Hague Judgments Convention 2019
Louise Nicholson looks at the impact of Hague 2019 on the enforcement landscape
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Sponsored byThe challenge and potential future of court chronologies
Chronologies can offer a range of benefits in court proceedings, but can be difficult and time-consuming to produce. Law Society partner Safelink offer a solution
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FeatureAre electronic signatures valid?
Mark Anderson and Victor Woroner look at the complexities of electronic signatures, and how their new book can help untangle them
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FeatureAssessing the Arbitration Bill
Leah Alpren-Waterman looks at the reforms proposed in the Arbitration Bill