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The Civil Litigation Section covers the practice of civil litigation and alternative dispute resolution, including costs, fees and funding, relief from sanctions, disclosure, expert witnesses, and court rules and procedure. We also cover practice management issues for civil litigation firms and departments, from consumer contracts to staffing

Library FAQ: Tomlin orders

2021-04-13T13:18:00+01:00

The Law Society Library gives details of sources for Tomlin orders.

Guidance for court safety during lockdown

2021-02-22T09:34:00+00:00

On 19 February 2021, we published updated guidance and best practice for court attendance and member safety in court and tribunal buildings.

Court ID scheme for solicitors

2021-02-15T11:03:00+00:00

From January 2021, a new ID scheme will allow solicitors to have enhanced access through security in courts and tribunals.

Giving evidence in a virtual world: supporting remote witnesses

2021-02-03T17:48:00+00:00

Ed Williams QC, director of Assurety (providers of witness familiarisation training) gives some pointers for practitioners to consider when helping witnesses prepare for remote hearings.

All Litigation in Practice

Alternative dispute resolution post-Brexit – which rules apply to litigators?

2021-04-07T15:18:00+01:00

Rita Giannini explains how different rules may apply to cross-border litigators dealing with alternative dispute resolution, depending on whether you act for one of the parties or mediate between them

Mediation: the challenges and benefits of in-person and remote mediation

2020-09-28T11:37:00+01:00

Amanda Bucklow considers the advantages and drawbacks, the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, and tips on how to make the most of remote mediation.

CJEU confirms insured parties’ right to choose lawyer for mediation

2020-05-27T15:40:00+01:00

A person using legal expenses insurance (LEI) has the right under EU law to choose their own lawyer for mediation proceedings, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has ruled.

Can mediation deliver in cost disputes?

2019-01-18T16:18:00+00:00

Avi Dolties asks whether it’s time to start tapping into mediation to settle costs disputes.

All ADR

Recent Personal Injury

Government paves the way for launching whiplash portal

2021-03-08T16:31:00+00:00

Ahead of the launch of the new whiplash portal on 31 May 2021, the government has updated the rules for small claims.

Whiplash reforms delayed to May 2021

2021-01-11T08:15:00+00:00

The launch of the new portal for whiplash claims has been moved to May 2021.

Overseas Operations Bill will strip armed forces personnel of their rights, says Law Society
2020-09-24T14:50:00+01:00

Whiplash diagnosis allowed by video link – for now
2020-06-22T14:45:00+01:00

All Personal Injury

Recent Practice Management

Guide to legal services in the Brexit free trade agreement

2021-01-05T12:02:00+00:00

On 24 December 2020, the UK and the EU reached a new Trade and Cooperation Agreement. The Law Society has published an initial analysis.

Lockdown 2.0 and ongoing coronavirus support

2020-11-11T10:00:00+00:00

The new lockdown came into force in England at 12.01am on 5 November 2020 and is expected to last until at least 2 December.

All Practice Management

Recent Cross-Border / Jurisdiction

On the Beach, out of jurisdiction

2021-02-23T13:36:00+00:00

The rules on when claimants need to seek court permission to serve proceedings out of jurisdiction changed on 1 January 2021. Henk Soede, barrister at 1 Chancery Lane chambers, looks at a recent case where permission was granted.

End of transition period – guidance for civil litigators

2021-01-26T11:35:00+00:00

In January 2021, the Law Society released new guidance for the end of the transitional period.

Guide to legal services in the Brexit free trade agreement
2021-01-05T12:02:00+00:00
Service out of jurisdiction post-Brexit: a helpful change to court rules
2020-12-04T16:38:00+00:00
Webinar series: the future UK / EU relationship (January 2021)
2020-12-02T16:16:00+00:00

Law Society joins plea for Lugano Convention
2020-11-27T14:45:00+00:00
Enforcing judgments after the Brexit transition period ends
2020-09-22T08:43:00+01:00
Webinar: End of the transition period and cross-border judgments (OnDemand)
2020-09-04T13:22:00+01:00

All Cross-Border / Jurisdiction

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Recent Litigation in Practice

Library FAQ: Tomlin orders

Guidance for court safety during lockdown

Court ID scheme for solicitors

Giving evidence in a virtual world: supporting remote witnesses

Recent ADR

Alternative dispute resolution post-Brexit – which rules apply to litigators?

Mediation: the challenges and benefits of in-person and remote mediation

CJEU confirms insured parties’ right to choose lawyer for mediation

Can mediation deliver in cost disputes?

Recent Personal Injury

Government paves the way for launching whiplash portal

Whiplash reforms delayed to May 2021

Overseas Operations Bill will strip armed forces personnel of their rights, says Law Society

Whiplash diagnosis allowed by video link – for now

Recent Practice Management

Guide to legal services in the Brexit free trade agreement

Lockdown 2.0 and ongoing coronavirus support

Recent Cross-Border / Jurisdiction

On the Beach, out of jurisdiction

End of transition period – guidance for civil litigators

Guide to legal services in the Brexit free trade agreement

Service out of jurisdiction post-Brexit: a helpful change to court rules

Webinar series: the future UK / EU relationship (January 2021)

Law Society joins plea for Lugano Convention

Enforcing judgments after the Brexit transition period ends

Webinar: End of the transition period and cross-border judgments (OnDemand)

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