Disputes Quick Listens

Join Karlijn van Laar, Tim Mimpen and Mark Goorts as they discuss how the Dutch system of prejudgment attachments works in international disputes.

Join Gemma Broughall and Natalia Faekova as they discuss liability under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 as a result of the decision and the potentially significant implications for international supply chains. 

The Representative Actions Directive was finally implemented into Austrian Law, with some delay. It now makes it possible for so called Qualified Institutions to pursue claims of at least 50 consumers based on the same facts, against companies in a single action. In this podcast our partners Philipp Zumbo, Ivo Deskovic and Stefan Turic explain what is different to the previous system in Austria an...

Join senior associates Tom Charnley and Megan Howarth as they reflect on the 168th Practice Direction and its role in reshaping the enforcement of cross-border judgments post-Brexit.

Join Andrew Howell and Samantha Brendish as they discuss the latest announcement from the SRA about investigations linked to the Post Office inquiry scandal; and the draft SRA guidance on the professional obligations of in-house solicitors, under scrutiny following the Horizon scandal.

Join Stephanie High and Gemma Broughall as they discuss the dos and don'ts of embargoed judgments, including how to minimise breaches and practical steps to take in the event of a leak.

In our latest Disputes Quick Listen, Stephanie High and Andrew Howell reflect on criticisms of lawyers in the Post Office scandal in relation to Non-Disclosure Agreements in settlement agreements, and discuss their views on best practice.

In this episode, Georgina Jones and Tom Charnley discuss the increased use of AI chatbots like ChatGPT in a dispute resolution context and whether litigants can assert privilege over their communications with AI chatbots.

In our latest Disputes Quick Listen, Laurence Lieberman and Jessie Prynne discuss the benefits of arbitration for resolving life sciences disputes. In this episode they look at the main differences between court proceedings and arbitration in England & Wales, as well as the pros and cons for life sciences companies.

Join Megan Howarth and Matthew Caskie, two of our product liability and product safety specialists, as they discuss forthcoming changes to the product liability and safety frameworks in both the EU and UK, including how AI will likely be regulated in the future. For more on the impact and risks of AI implementation for businesses, check out our Tech Me Up webinar series .

How do you distinguish fake from fortune? How do you protect yourself when purchasing an artwork? And what do you do if you discover after the event the artwork you purchased is not genuine? Join Laurence Lieberman, Gemma Broughall and Natalia Faekova as they discuss the significant issue of authenticity in art.  If this episode piques your interest, read our article The fine art of acquiring auth...

Lucy Waddicor and Jess Thomas discuss ClientEarth's recent claim against the directors of Shell, for failing to manage climate change risks. Does it signal a new era of corporate responsibility in a climate context? 

Hot art, cold lies, big money and an escape to a tropical island. Join Laurence Lieberman, Natalia Faekova and Michelle George as they discuss the "Mini-Madoff of the art world", Inigo Philbrick, and the remedies available to the victims of his multi-million pound fraud. Read " The Fine Art of Fraud " for more.

Join associates Emilie Kennedy and Luke Viner as they review the recent Sequana judgement decision and how it will impact directors and people in the insolvency space.

Supply chain disputes, class action proceedings and EU regulations around artificial intelligence. Join our UK head of disputes, Andrew Howell, and head of disputes in Germany, Philipp Behrendt, as they discuss what's new in the German litigation market.

In this episode, Helen Robinson is joined by Outdoor Clerk, John Robinson, who shares his experience of changes and trends in relation to timelines and fixing of trials in court. Looking specifically at recent changes to the Chancery Guide, our duo consider the impact on litigants ahead of going to trial.

In this episode Andrew Howell and Stephanie High discuss their thoughts on appropriate litigation conduct, share some past experiences and ask whether Friday 5pm letters should be a thing of the past.

In light of the recent high profile Vardy v Rooney decision (aka the 'Wagatha Christie' case) that has garnered significant media and legal attention, Elizabeth Montpetit and Nick Maday take a step back to review the destruction of evidence issues. The scheme which governs the disclosure process in civil litigation has now passed its pilot stage and will become permanent. In this episode...