Essex Court Chambers

Last evening, members of Essex Court Chambers hosted a panel discussion and drinks reception to mark the publication of the book ''The Principle of Systemic Integration in International Law'' by Campbell McLachlan KC . The panel chaired by Sir Franklin Berman KCMG KC, featured insightful contributions from Campbell McLachlan KC, Alison Macdonald KC, and Professor Martins Paparinskis . Together, they explored the interplay between applicable rules of international law and the impact of Article 31(3)(c) of the Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties (VCLT) on both international and national case-law. Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to making this event truly engaging.

Today, members of Essex Court Chambers are participating in the #GreatLegalBake, raising funds to support frontline free legal advice charities. Thank you to everyone who has baked, donated, and supported this important cause. The proceeds from our bake sale will go to the London Legal Support Trust, and The Access to Justice Foundation: https://lnkd.in/eziPj--f #ProBonoWeek #AccesstoJustice #GreatLegalBake

Essex Court Chambers is pleased to host a panel discussion on 13th November at The Hub, ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC in Dubai. The event, titled "Lessons from Grenfell: Functional Requirements or Prescriptive Rules," will feature Richard Millett K.C., alongside Peter Van Gorp (HKA) and Michael Ducker (Clyde & Co). The panel will be examining the history and effectiveness of the functional requirement approach to Building Regulation in the UK; the UAE Fire Code and the prescriptive approach; and the impact on the insurance market in the UAE.   Places are strictly limited, so to extend this invitation to members of your team, please contact events@essexcourt.com.

On 20 September 2024, the Court of Appeal of Northern Ireland delivered judgment in the case of Dillon and Ors v Secretary of State for Northern Ireland [2024] NICA 59, concerning the controversial Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (“the Legacy Act”). The Legacy Act imposed a number of restrictions on legal procedures relating to alleged unlawful acts committed during the period known as the Troubles. Hugh Mercer KC and Naomi Hart acted for the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission, which intervened in this case in support of the Applicants. Read more about it here: https://lnkd.in/e5DZP7s5

Essex Court Chambers is once again partnering with ThoughtLeaders4 FIRE | TL4FIRE Middle East 2024 conference, taking place in Dubai this November. This annual conference brings together Fraud, Insolvency, and Asset Recovery professionals from across the UAE and the wider Middle East. Richard Millett K.C. will join a panel on Monday, 11th November to discuss “An International Look: Enforcing Judgments Across Borders.” On Tuesday, 12th November, Sophia Hurst will take part in a panel addressing “Bridging the Gap Between Onshore and Offshore Jurisdictions.” They will be joined by Roderick Cordara KC, SC, Huw Davies KC, Paul McGrath KC, Tariq Baloch, Alexander Riddiford, Benedict Tompkins and Mubarak Waseem, who will also be attending the conference and events during the week. Senior Clerk Joe Ferrigno and Team Leader Katie Myles will be in Dubai, please reach out if you wish to set up a meeting during the week. https://lnkd.in/e8c85z-9 #FIREMiddleEast #AssetRecovery #Disputes #Fraud #Insolvency #Enforcement #UAE

With effect from 4 November 2024, Andrew Hochhauser KC has been appointed for a three year term as a Temporary Additional Judge of the Employment Appeal Tribunal by Sir Keith Lindblom, Senior President of Tribunals, following consultation with the Lord Chancellor. Members of Chambers congratulate Andrew on this appointment, which reflects his contribution to and expertise in employment law.

Essex Court Chambers is once again partnering with ThoughtLeaders4 FIRE | TL4FIRE Middle East 2024 conference, taking place in Dubai this November. This annual conference brings together Fraud, Insolvency, and Asset Recovery professionals from across the UAE and the wider Middle East. Richard Millett K.C. will join a panel on Monday, 11th November to discuss “An International Look: Enforcing Judgments Across Borders.” On Tuesday, 12th November, Sophia Hurst will take part in a panel addressing “Bridging the Gap Between Onshore and Offshore Jurisdictions.” They will be joined by Huw Davies KC, Paul McGrath KC, Alexander Riddiford and Mubarak Waseem, who will also be attending the conference and events during the week. Senior Clerk Joe Ferrigno and Team Leader Katie Myles will be in Dubai, please reach out if you wish to set up a meeting during the week. https://lnkd.in/e8c85z-9 #FIREMiddleEast #AssetRecovery #Disputes #Fraud #Insolvency #Enforcement #UAE  

Judgment was handed down by the Court of Appeal on 22 October 2024 in two appeals heard jointly over four days this summer: Infrastructure Services Luxembourg S.À.R.L. v. Kingdom of Spain and Border Timbers Limited v. Republic of Zimbabwe [2024] EWCA Civ 1257.   The Judgment attempts to reconcile, at Court of Appeal level, a high-profile conflict of authorities at first instance on sovereign immunity and the enforcement of ICSID awards. The central issue before the Court of Appeal was whether the ICSID Convention or its UK implementing legislation deprives foreign states of their general immunity from the adjudicative jurisdiction of the UK courts.   In a new approach, the Court of Appeal found that parties to the ICSID Convention have submitted to the enforcement jurisdictions of all ICSID Contracting States. However, it rejected a number of other arguments, including that it was bound by previous Supreme Court authority, and that estoppel precluded States from questioning ICSID arbitral jurisdiction for the purposes of claiming sovereign immunity.   Tariq Baloch appeared for the Kingdom of Spain (leading Cameron Miles), instructed by Stuart Dutson, Jonathan Schuman, Craig Gilchrist and Eliza Jones of Simmons & Simmons LLP.   Benedict Tompkins appeared for Zimbabwe (with Salim Moollan KC and Andris Rudzitis), instructed by Philip Beswick and Christopher Walke of Gresham Legal (with Quinn Smith of GST LLP also advising). Read more: https://lnkd.in/eVjedxSH

Essex Court Chambers is pleased to host a panel discussion on 13th November at The Hub, ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC in Dubai. The event, titled "Lessons from Grenfell: Functional Requirements or Prescriptive Rules," will feature Richard Millett K.C., alongside Peter Van Gorp (HKA) and Michael Ducker (Clyde & Co). The panel will be examining the history and effectiveness of the functional requirement approach to Building Regulation in the UK; the UAE Fire Code and the prescriptive approach; and the impact on the insurance market in the UAE.   Places are strictly limited, so to extend this invitation to members of your team, please contact events@essexcourt.com.

Members of Chambers are delighted to announce that applications for the 2025 mini-pupillage programme are now open. Find more information about the programme and application process here: https://lnkd.in/d7iAN4wW The deadline for all applications is 2:00pm on Friday 6th December 2024.