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PD51ZH reshapes transparency in English commercial litigation

The new disclosure pilot expands public access while increasing confidentiality, reputational and strategic risks for litigating parties

Global Talent visa expansion opens doors

The UK Government has expanded the Global Talent visa to allow over 100 companies to sponsor scientists and engineers from around the world

Cambridge faces aftermath of professor's resignation

Professor Jason Arday's resignation from Cambridge University raises questions about teaching quality and student impact

Cheyne v TMF Trustee: High Court stays Hunkemöller noteholder claim pending New York litigation

Financial List halts £470m restructuring dispute over risk of conflicting English and US judgements.

Simon Gibbons v Gravity Franchise: £3.4m trampoline park claim struck out over pleading failures

Commercial Court dismisses franchisee's misrepresentation claim and enters judgement on £849,000 counterclaim.

HMRC v Gary Quillan: Upper Tribunal rules director's loan was written off despite no formal liquidation process

Upper Tribunal overturns FTT ruling, finding a £382,456 director's loan was written off in 2018/19.

SJ Interview: Hannah Field

Hannah Field, head of Shoosmiths’ London office and its Dispute Resolution & Litigation team in London, speaks to Solicitors Journal about the firm’s growth strategy,...

Matters of judgement

King & Spalding expands disputes team again

King & Spalding has welcomed partners Steven Finizio and Jonathan Lim to its London office, enhancing its international disputes practice group

Dentons establishes UK Crypto Hub for firms

Dentons has launched a UK Crypto Hub to assist businesses in preparing for the cryptoasset regulation changes ahead of 2027