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NCDR and the new FPR rules
Host Mark Ablett is joined by Annie Ward and Rebekah Batt of Pump Court to consider the latest rule changes to encourage NCDR in the Family Court. Annie and Rebekah bring different perspectives, Annie being an arbitrator, Rebekah being at the coalface with cases that ought to explore NCDR but frequently do not due to […]
Two for the price of one?; Multiple Claimants under the RTA protocols
It is not uncommon for counsel to be asked to represent two or more claimants in a personal injury claim arising out of a road traffic accident, proceeding on the fast track. Usually, it will be the driver and one or more passengers. On occasion, I am a little perturbed by this. This is because […]
Jennifer Lee’s article ‘Impact of Conduct on Needs’ published in the Financial Remedies Journal (Issue 2 – Summer 2024)
Jennifer Lee and Nicholas Allen KC’s article, ‘Impact of Conduct on Needs’, has been published in the latest edition of The Financial Remedies Journal (Issue 2 – Summer 2024). Introduction In this article, Jennifer and Nick (29 Bedford Row) explore the issue of ‘conduct’ and the tricky interplay with ‘needs’. Under s.25(2)(g) of the MCA […]
What’s the matter? Insolvency and arbitration following Sian Participation
The presence of a generally worded arbitration agreement or exclusive jurisdiction clause applicable to the debt relied upon by a creditor bringing a winding-up petition should not lead to the stay or dismissal of the petition unless the debt is genuinely disputed on substantial grounds. The above sentence is the principle which now stands as […]
Lucie Taylor joins Pump Court Chambers
We are delighted to announce that Lucie Taylor has joined Chambers as a tenant effective Monday 1st July. Lucie is a specialist criminal, regulatory, and disciplinary practitioner. Lucie acts for both Prosecution and Defence across the full spectrum of Criminal matters. She regularly appears in matters involving serious violence, drug offences, and matters of dishonesty. […]
A Practical Guide to Barder Events in Financial Remedy Proceedings in Family Law by Mark Ablett
Pump Court is very proud to announce that ‘A Practical Guide to Barder Events in Financial Remedy Proceedings in Family Law’ by Mark Ablett has been published by Law Brief Publishing and is available to purchase. Synopsis Financial remedies is an ever-evolving field, making it difficult for practitioners to advise their clients with certainty. Within […]
Casey Chard secures a Community Order for a man charged with racially aggravated ABH and threatening a person with a knife in a public place
Casey Chard represented a man who was due to be sentenced for one offence of racially aggravated ABH and one offence of threatening a person with a knife in a public place. The ABH offence fell in the highest category of harm, owing to a facial cut caused to the victim. Casey advanced strong mitigation, […]
Pump Court Criminal Law Podcast Episode 5 – Annabel Hazlitt
In the final episode of this season of the criminal law podcast, Ed Wylde speaks to Annabel Hazlitt about her career prior to coming to the Bar, including a summer internship as a clerk at the RCJ, which gave her invaluable experience of advocacy. Annabel talks about starting her specialised criminal pupillage at Pump Court […]
Chelsey Blake-Stuart joins Pump Court’s marketing Team
Pump Court Chambers is pleased to announce that Chelsey Blake-Stuart has joined the team as a Marketing Assistant. Chelsey brings excitement to her new role, where she will help chambers with their marketing strategy and outreach efforts. Her responsibilities include assisting in creating marketing strategies and campaigns, conducting market research, and maintaining and updating the […]
Pump Court Chambers retains ISO accreditation for sixth year
Pump Court Chambers is pleased to report that it has successfully maintained its ISO accreditation for a sixth year. The ISO standard for quality management systems (QMS) is widely recognised globally. With over 1.1 million certifications issued in 178 countries, it is the most commonly used QMS standard worldwide. The 2015 standard promotes increased customer […]
Sam Hadgraft joins Pump Court’s Civil Clerking Team
We are delighted to announce that Sam Hadgraft has joined chambers as Third Junior Civil Clerk. Sam is a highly efficient clerk, adept at navigating fast paced and challenging environments. He is eager to learn and demonstrates a strong aptitude for applying new knowledge with skill and precision. His responsibilities encompass the fair allocation of […]
Tom Goodman joins Pump Court Chambers as Joint First Junior Family Clerk
Pump Court is delighted to announce that Tom Goodman has re-joined chambers as Joint First Junior Family Clerk, after previously working at 29 Bedford Row for over 4 years. Tom started clerking in 2015 and has gained a wealth of clerking experience and knowledge within Family Law. Tom will work closely with newly-promoted Joint First […]
