All Dispute Resolution articles – Page 11
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FeatureCPR 88th update: what's new?
The 88th update to the Civil Procedure Rules (SI 2017/95) makes several important changes which will all come into force by 6 April. Cait Sweeney looks at the pivotal developments.
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AnalysisWhat you really need to know about Merrix
Deborah Burke, chair of the Civil Litigation Section, offers her own take on this recent, headline-grabbing case on costs budgeting.
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FeatureWinner takes all: How far should the personal injury reforms go?
Following the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) consultation “Reforming the Soft Tissue Injury (Whiplash) Claims Process” earlier this year, the personal injury (PI) sector is about to face a radical change. Matthew Cotton, vice-chair of the Civil Litigation Section examines the opposing views and comments on the likely effects of the ...
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EventDistrict judge (Magistrates’ Court) judicial appointment: understanding the application process (20 March)
The Solicitor Judges Division is hosting a free judicial appointments preparation event at the Law Society for the district judge (magistrate court) exercise launching on 21 March 2017.
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FeatureValuing a quantum meruit claim: MacInnes v Gross
Joshua Fineman, senior associate at DWF, discuss this recent High Court decision which offers helpful guidance in dealing with quantum meruit claims. Joshua explains why there can be no shortcuts in pursuing a quantum meruit claim, and why claims must be evidenced by an objective market valuation, in all but ...
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FeatureJunior civil litigators: reaching higher
Civil and commercial litigation is exciting, cutting edge and prestigious. It can also be ‘run of the mill’, cheap and stressful. What can junior litigation solicitors do to enhance their professional development in the modern world, asks Gareth Raisbeck.
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FeatureAdam Johnson QC interview
Adam Johnson, a commercial litigator and arbitrator at Herbert Smith Freehills, was one of six solicitor advocates to take silk this year. We speak to him about his experience of the application process, the impact on his practice, and his thoughts on the state of advocacy in 2017.
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NewsExperience and innovation: dispute resolution funding in 2017
Rosie Ioannou explains why third party funding exploded in 2016, and what to expect of 2017.
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FeatureKerry Underwood's proposals for the extension of the fixed costs regime
Kerry Underwood, at the request of Lord Justice Jackson, sets out his proposals for the extension of fixed recoverable costs to all civil work of all kinds up to a maximum value of £250,000, but with the ability to be extended to all claims without a limit on value.
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FeatureNew insolvency rules in force from April
The Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016 will replace the Insolvency Rules 1986 as part of the modernisation of insolvency procedure.
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FeatureDisclosure: have we been getting it wrong?
James Perry reports on a recent judgment which suggests a rigorous change to the way litigators approach disclosure.
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FeatureHas the High Court just reintroduced recoverability of success fees?
In Essar Oilfield Services v Norscot Rig Management the High Court upheld the decision of the arbitrator in an ICC arbitration to allow the recovery of the costs of third party funding in addition to the award of costs and damages.
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News
‘Cold calling must be banned’, lawyers’ groups warned this week
A complete ban on cold calling for personal injury claims is essential to protect consumers and prevent unscrupulous operators from finding a way around existing rules, solicitors warned today.
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FeatureThey think it’s all over... it should be now
Mark Field considers the final steps of a mediation.
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EventIn-house Division seminar: Career progression – finding your path (22 February 2017, London)
Our interactive panel discussion will provide advice for those looking for next steps, a portfolio career or a career change into in-house. It will demonstrate that changing direction is possible and will equip you with practical tips to get started.
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AnalysisBrexit and article 50 – a summary of the High Court judgment
From screaming headlines to more sober assessments, much has been written about this decision of the High Court since it was delivered earlier this month. An appeal by the government is currently being heard by the Supreme Court. Jonathan Haydn-Williams and Goodman Derrick outlines the main elements of the High ...
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FeatureExtending fixed recoverable costs: change is coming for litigators
The government is consulting until 17 January on extending fixed recoverable costs across civil litigation. If implemented, they will represent some of the greatest changes for civil litigators since the 19th century, says Kerry Underwood.
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FAQ
FAQ: Claim forms for orders extending time
In this issue the Law Society Library FAQ is on the topic of claim forms for orders extending time for registering charge and witness statement in support.