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I really hope the forthcoming amendments to the Family Procedure Rules in April 2024 regarding Non Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR), will have the impact in encouraging parties to explore and utilise the sensible tools that are available to resolve family disputes. There has been a focus on mediation especially which is great, but so many creative and sensible options are available. I personally hope this shall result in more professionals wanting to complete the collaborative training and thereby a collaborative mindset becoming the norm. Compared to the court process, NCDR would save time, money and offer a more dignified process. There shall of course be those situations when court is unavoidable but even then, some of those can be dealt with by arbitration that, again, can save time and money. If the new amendments are implemented by family justice professionals and the judiciary, this should reduce the court backlog and lead to the court dealing with those urgent cases that require their assistance. Really appreciate those that have delivered articles and webinars on this subject in recent weeks.👏 Hopefully exciting times ahead. #familylaw #abetterway #familycourt.

The Disqualification Act 1986 (CDDA) can affect many cases, and its important to know how this order can have an impact. This has been displayed by our senior dispute resolution lawyer, Julie Spencer and trainee lawyer Nia Miller-Jones in this article regarding former England player, manager and pundit, John Barnes. To read the full article, head to our website: https://bit.ly/3wg0mf6 You can also find out how our dispute resolution team can help you: https://bit.ly/3UnUpWz #disputeresolutionlaw #litigationlaw #thedisqualificationact1986

Adam Shoneck, Vice President of Consumer Outreach at AAA, recently published an article in Business Law Today (Businesslawtoday.org). The article highlights the evolution of consumer arbitration in light of the complexities and technological advancements of modern disputes. As the number of cases and the stakes in individual cases continue to grow, AAA-ICDR has adapted to these changes. Our goal is to uphold the fundamental principles of fairness and due process while also enhancing the efficiency and adaptability of the arbitration system, ultimately benefiting all parties involved. To read the article in full, click here: https://lnkd.in/eNttc8cp #BusinessLawToday #ADR #Arbitration #ConsumerArbitration

Part of the function of the #LSLA is to respond to consultations and proposals for change to ensure that the views of its members are taken into account. Most recently the LSLA responded to the consultation about changing access to court documents as reported here. If you are a London litigation solicitor and want to be involved, why not start by attending our AGM dinner on 1 May (book via the website) and hear about what we do and how we try to represent you. #litigation #disputeresolution

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Today, major new amendments to the Family Procedure Rules (FPR) come into force. These amendments are designed to encourage parties and the Courts, to consider resolving disputes, using Non Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR). Non Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR) options are, but not limited to, Mediation, Arbitration, Evaluation by a Third Party (ENE or PFDR's) and Collaborative Law. Perhaps the most significant change is that parties are now obligated to consider NCDR, before initiating a case and also throughout its duration. Parties and practitioners must now consider the potential repercussions for bypassing NCDR methods, without justified reasons. Westgate Chambers Family Team boasts Arbitrators, both Children and Finance, as well as having several members who are happy to act in PFDRs. Maria Hancock, Amanda Clarke MCIArb, Trina Little, Laura Buchan, Cerys Sayer, Scott Sharp, John Hatton, Elissa Da Costa-Waldman MCIArb, Joshua Hazelwood.

Wirral Chamber members HM3 Legal | B Corp™ has achieved industry-leading scores from Investor in Customers following direct feedback from clients and colleagues. The 2024 assessment is HM3 Legal’s fifth consecutive Gold Award, achieving a number 1 client ranking for both professional services and law firms. This overall benchmark compares all assessments ever undertaken by the IIC since 2006, which has surveyed millions of customers. Since 2019, HM3 Legal has seen year on year improvements. The current benchmark score is 9.25 out of 10 (9.27 for customers, 9.18 for employees). Read the full report below to find out more about this fantastic achievement: https://lnkd.in/eyjbXqbe

📣 Call for Blogs! The Concords is inviting original submissions of exceptional quality engaging with the subject of Commercial Disputes for publication on their blog. Find the Submission Guidelines Post here: https://lnkd.in/gXYA-yrW #Insolvency #Arbitration #CommercialDisputes #LegalInsights #DisputeResolution #InsolvencyLaw #CommercialLaw #LegalExpertise #Litigation #CaseLaw #LegalProfession #BusinessLaw #LegalCommunity #IndustryTrends #ProfessionalDevelopment #ThoughtLeadership

💥 Join us for Disputes Week 2024 in March Throughout the week, our experts will be taking a pragmatic look at emerging trends and best practice in disputes for businesses and their in-house legal teams. They'll provide practical and actionable insights that will help navigate the intricacies of disputes and stay ahead of the curve in an ever-changing legal environment. View the full programme and register here > https://lnkd.in/edmqSAtA #DisputesWeek2024 #Disputes #InHouseLegal #LegalInsight #CompetitionLitigation #Arbitration #DisputeResolution