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November 2024

November 2024

Hunt ADR and The Barrister Group launch The Private Arbitration Court – a leading innovation in UK arbitration services with fixed cost fees

June 2024

June 2024

Innovation leader Emily Foges named TBG's first Chief Operating Officer

November 2023

May 2024

A new dawn for Bar recruitment as largest-ever cohort of pupils at one set to join TBG
November 2023

November 2023

Quarter of people say they work with a sexual predator, study shows
October 2023

October 2023

Third of workers experience sexually inappropriate behaviour from colleagues but many are too scared to report it, research shows
May 2023

May 2023

Barristers' chambers secures private equity investment from LDC tech and flexibility an advantage for the "21st century Bar"

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Law, Lies, and Language Models: Responding to AI Hallucinations in UK Jurisprudence

Abstract Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the legal landscape in the UK, offering unprecedented efficiency in case law analysis, contract generation, and ...
Tahir Khan
Tahir Khan

TRA (Teaching Regulation Agency) Referrals – A Guide for Teachers (Education Law Series)

In this article, I will cover some of the most frequently asked questions, during my reduced fee conference package consultations.
Haresh Sood
Haresh Sood

Phoebe Whitlock’s Reflections on Copyright and Creativity in the Age of AI

Last Thursday, new member Phoebe Whitlock participated as a featured speaker at the 31st Edition of the IPR Gorilla Virtual Conference. This year’s theme, “Intellectual Property ...
The Barrister Group
The Barrister Group

Time Limits and CIL

The recent decision in Lee Jones v Shropshire Council [2025] EWHC 365 (Admin) is interesting for what it does not discuss as for what it does. The outcome can be recorded shortly. ...
Christopher Cant
Christopher Cant

Code Meets Law: An Overview of the UK’s Crypto-Asset Regulatory Shift

Cryptoassets are significantly changing the landscape of global finance. They have introduced innovations like digital currencies, Non-fungible Tokens (NFTs) and smart contracts, ...
Brian Sanya Mondoh
Brian Sanya Mondoh

Distinguishing Free Legal Advice from Pro Bono Help: Giving Something Back in a Structured Way

As my film premiered, on the 3rd of November 2024, pro bono week fell in the same week. Before I embarked on the international film tour, I decided to launch a reduced fee ...
Haresh Sood
Haresh Sood

The Tangled Web of Wales, Ayinde v London Borough of Haringey [2025] EWHC 1040 (Admin): Unravelling the Layers of a Curious Case of Non-Existent Citations

The High Court's decision in Wales, Ayinde v London Borough of Haringey [2025] EWHC 1040 (Admin), delivered by The Honourable Mr Justice Ritchie on April 3, 2025, presents a ...
Tahir Khan
Tahir Khan

Business Use of Vehicles and Need – Hire

This business use of vehicles and need in hire cases has received surprisingly little attention over the years. It's actually a distinct topic (albeit there are elements which ...
Azeem Ali
Azeem Ali

Ravi Sethi shortlisted for Barrister of the Year Award

We're delighted to share that barrister Ravi Sethi was shortlisted this week for the Manchester Legal Awards' Barrister of the Year Award. Ravi is one of The Barrister Group's ...
The Barrister Group
The Barrister Group

Artificial Intelligence in Legal Practice: A Regulatory and Strategic Guide for Solicitors in England and Wales

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly influencing how legal services are delivered across the UK. Whether through legal research platforms, contract analysis software, or ...
Tahir Khan
Tahir Khan

“Sex” Means Biological Sex, Supreme Court Confirms in Landmark Equality Act Ruling

Few questions in contemporary equality law have generated as much doctrinal uncertainty — or as intense scrutiny — as the definition of “sex” under the Equality Act 2010. Against ...
Divya Kesar
Divya Kesar

When Harry Leaves Sally: Digital Assets in Divorce and Succession

The rise in popularity of digital assets, such as cryptocurrencies and non-fungible tokens (NFTs), along with decentralised finance (DeFi), presents new legal and practical ...
Brian Sanya Mondoh
Brian Sanya Mondoh

The Impact of AI on the UK Legal Landscape: Opportunities, Challenges, and Regulatory Perspectives

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the UK's legal landscape, reshaping traditional practices and redefining the roles of legal professionals. From automating ...
Tahir Khan
Tahir Khan

Jurisdictional Battles in Arbitration: The Inoperability of Arbitration Clauses After Settlement

Introduction: The Jurisdictional Tug-of-War In a significant decision, the English High Court in Destin Trading Inc v Saipem SA [2025] EWHC 668 (Ch) (24 March 2025) revisited the ...
Divya Kesar
Divya Kesar

The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill: Transforming England’s Children’s Care System

The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill, which completed its first passage through the House of Commons last month, now includes a set of corporate parenting responsibilities ...
Carolyne Willow
Carolyne Willow

Nine TBG Barristers Included in 2025 Pro Bono Recognition List

We’re pleased to share the inclusion of nine TBG barristers in the 2025 Pro Bono Recognition List. An enormous well done to Nadeem Aslam, Wendy Banks, Philip Bowen, Janine ...
The Barrister Group
The Barrister Group

The Ultimate Guide to Service Agreements: Essential Clauses for Legal Protection and Business Success

A well-structured Service Agreement is crucial in defining responsibilities, managing expectations, and protecting both parties in business transactions. Without clear contractual ...
Tahir Khan
Tahir Khan

The Courtroom Algorithm: Why AI Cannot Replace Judges, Arbitrators and Other ADR Practitioners

Artificial intelligence is bringing many benefits to the legal profession, streamlining processes, analysing case law, and is even being used in certain jurisdictions to predict ...
Julius Nkafu
Julius Nkafu

Howells v Newport City Council: Challenges and Innovations in Digital Asset Recovery

The case of Howells v Newport City Council [2025] EWHC 22 (Ch) concerns the claim by Mr. Howells (‘the Claimant’) to recover a hard drive containing the private key to bitcoins ...
Brian Sanya Mondoh
Brian Sanya Mondoh

Simon Bell acts for NHS recruitment agency in Code of Practice breach allegation

Simon Bell has successfully acted for a specialist recruitment agency, engaged in recruiting healthcare professionals for placement within the NHS in its response to an ...
The Barrister Group
The Barrister Group

Simon Bell & Simon Barnes to represent Rule 6 Parties in Highsted Park planning inquiry

On 7th November 2024, three hours before Swale Borough Council’s Planning Committee was due to debate and determine two outline planning applications for 8,400 dwellings, the ...
The Barrister Group
The Barrister Group

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