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A litigator’s yearbook: 2014 (England and Wales)
As another year comes to an end, it is a good time to look back on 2014 and consider the changes it has brought. Below is our summary of some of the …
Our new "Handy client guide to jurisdiction under recast Brussels Regulation: England and Wales"
In light of the upcoming changes to the EU rules governing jurisdiction and the enforcement of judgments, which will apply to proceedings commenced from …
Upcoming webinar - The recast Brussels Regulation: what it means for commercial parties
The EU rules governing jurisdiction and enforcement of judgments will change significantly from 10 January 2015, when the recast Brussels Regulation (No …
Article published on effect of settlement offers in non-money claims
A recent Court of Appeal decision provides useful guidance on how the court will determine the effect of a "without prejudice save as to costs" (or …
Article published on recent themes in e-disclosure
Gregg Rowan, Celina McGregor, Johan Botha and Lyn Harris have published an article in the November edition of PLC Magazine which looks at the …
Article published on loss or waiver of privilege
It sometimes happens that a privileged document ends up in the hands of an opponent or third party, either as a result of inadvertent disclosure in …
A unique interactive convention: Shaping the Future of International Dispute Resolution
A convention being held next month at the Guildhall, London, on Shaping the Future of International Dispute Resolution will bring together an …
Article published on strict test for litigation privilege
To gain the protection of litigation privilege, a party must establish that when a document was created: (i) litigation was in reasonable prospect; and …
Article published considering rights and remedies for breach of pre-emption clause
Pre-emption clauses, as commonly found in shareholder, investment and joint venture agreements, are designed to prevent a shareholder selling his shares …
Article published on recent clarification of Mitchell guidance on relief from sanctions
The Court of Appeal's decision in the high-profile Mitchell "plebgate" case last November introduced tough new guidance on the approach …
Upcoming webinar - Compliance with court rules and orders post-Mitchell: Guidance for in-house lawyers
On Wednesday 16 July 12.45 – 1.45pm BST Chris Bushell, Gregg Rowan and Maura McIntosh will deliver a webinar for Herbert Smith …
Two upcoming webinars: updates on jurisdiction and commercial contracts
Next week we will be delivering two update webinars for Herbert Smith Freehills clients and contacts, covering developments in jurisdiction and …
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