Winter 2024/5 LSLA Lecture series

25th November 2024 6:00pm - 1st April 2025 12:00pm

Various

The LSLA is delighted to announce details of our spring/summer lectures, which will consist of talks and panel discussions with eminent practitioners on topical subjects of legal interest.

Each lecture will begin at 6 p.m., and will last approximately one hour, which will include an opportunity for questions. The lectures will be followed by an opportunity for drinks and networking. Materials and, if practicable, a video recording will appear on the LSLA website after the event.

We are grateful to the following firms for hosting these lectures:

Hogan Lovells International LLP, Atlantic House, Holborn Viaduct, London EC1A 2FG
Herbert Smith Freehills LLP, Exchange House, Primrose Street, London EC2A 2EG

Series Programme

Thursday 5 December at Hogan Lovells International LLP

The work of the Business and Property Courts - what has changed and what will change

Mr Justice Michael Green, Mr Justice David Foxton and Nikki Edwards, President of the LSLA (Chair)

The Business and Property Courts have shown a determination to innovate in recent years – from new pilot schemes on disclosure and witness statements, to the increasing use of virtual hearings following Covid. Two distinguished judges will lead a panel discussion (to be chaired by LSLA President Nikki Edwards) on what the future may hold for the English Courts. Just as important as hearing from the judiciary is the judiciary hearing from users of the Courts. Please join us for what promises to be a lively and interactive session.

Wednesday 29 January at Herbert Smith Freehills LLP

Sanctions - practical and tactical considerations in High Court litigation

Maya Lester KC of Brick Court Chambers

The increased use of financial sanctions brings with it an imperative for High Court litigators, not only to understand these regimes on their own terms, but also how these affect their clients in live proceedings. One of the pre-eminent practitioners in this area will give her views on how sanctions interact with litigation strategy, including practical tips and how to avoid pitfalls.

Wednesday 5 Feb 2025, at Hogan Lovells International LLP

Witness Preparation: a comparative approach and practical tips

Jason Galbraith-Marten KC of Assurety, together with 3-4 practitioners who will share their experiences

Giving evidence is one of most high-pressure situations many people will find themselves in. Helping clients and witnesses through that process is one of the key roles of a litigation solicitor. This panel discussion, to be led by Jason Galbraith-Marten KC of Assurety, will look at best practice and the differing perspectives and needs that can arise in litigation, arbitration, and regulatory matters, with contributions from practitioners from each of these areas of practice. The discussion will also cover how to address the tensions which can arise on cross-border matters between the approaches taken in different jurisdictions.

Thursday 6 March 2025, at Herbert Smith Freehills LLP

Settling claims in fraud, dishonesty and conspiracy

Paul Sinclair KC and Laurie Brock of Fountain Court and Orlando Gledhill KC and Eleanor Campbell of One Essex Court

How do you settle with someone who has accused you of fraud? How do you settle with someone you think is a fraudster? Are such cases settleable at all? These are questions with which many LSLA members have had to grapple. This talk will offer insights from some of those involved in the most important relevant cases of recent years.

Attendance is not limited to LSLA members. Anyone can apply for tickets.

The cost is £90 for all four events (non-members £110).

Alternatively you can book each event individually via our events page.

Our events usually sell out, so please apply early.

The LSLA lectures will start at 6 p.m. All events will last approximately one hour, to include a period for questions at the end, and will be followed by drinks.