Herbert Smith has published a client guide to legal professional privilege under English law, comprising:

  • A decision tree: intended as a quick reference to help determine which documents can legitimately be withheld on grounds of privilege; and
  • Practical tips for maintaining privilege: aimed at minimising the risks of unhelpful, non-privileged material being produced.

Click here for a link to the online materials.


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