Vulnerability in the remote family court

Remote hearings pose a particular challenge when considering the fair participation of vulnerable individuals 

By Siân Smith  

18 June 2020

Barrister's best: Andrew Hillier QC

Finding solace in today’s pressurised world; a reflective cultural life and times 

By Andrew Hillier QC  

18 June 2020 / Andrew Hillier KC

Secret E-Diary

Time for confession 

18 June 2020

Roots, shoots and a place to practise?

The Inns of Court have long provided vital sustenance to the Bar, and their role continues to evolve. As they re-enter the Bar training market, is it time to give thought (and space) to expanding pupillage provision? 

By Camila Ferraro  

18 June 2020 / Camila Ferraro

Managing chambers through COVID-19

Six key lessons learned during the ‘corona coaster’ so far, including how to build back better. By Rebecca Priestley  

18 June 2020 / Rebecca Priestley

Culture shift: vulnerability in the civil courts

Could remote hearings push the civil courts towards protecting vulnerable parties? The Civil Justice Council’s proposals, published pre-pandemic, show how to adapt court procedure – and mindset 

By Siân Smith and Iris Ferber  

18 June 2020 / Siân Smith / Iris Ferber
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Righting wrongs: interview with Martin Forde QC

One year on from the launch of the Windrush compensation scheme, the silk who oversaw its design talks to Natasha Shotunde  about the scandal, British attitudes to migration and citizenship, and misconceptions holding applicants back from rightful compensation

12 June 2020 / Natasha Shotunde
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Racial diversity at the Bar matters: by Leslie Thomas QC

Let’s talk about race. Forget the guilt and take action. Bias is implicit and often unconscious. It takes great courage to change the system. It benefits us all. By Leslie Thomas QC, Gresham Professor of Law  

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