“There is no substitute for experience”, says Nigel Rowley, Managing Partner at Mackrell Turner Garrett. “Litigation - particularly complex cross-border litigation – is a minefield where you need to balance client expectations against complex long established practices and procedures, laws and regulations. Local knowledge is essential, whether you are dealing with the most complicated Supreme […]
We now hear from experts from SRK, situated all around the globe. Andrew Van Zyl, from South Africa, John Pfhal, from North America, Simon Hanrahan and Mark Noppe, from North Australia all offer their insights into due diligence in relation to the mining industry. Andrew: “The key to our due diligence studies is assembling […]
Neil S. Lerner has practiced maritime and transportation law in Southern California for 30 years and his level of expertise is evident when we speak with him. Below, he discusses how he has seen the maritime and transportation industry develop – touching on the impact of UBER -, and changes he is eager to witness. […]
With religion heavily influencing perceptions towards divorce in the past, the shift in addressing family law and separation has changed over the years. Societies are becoming more forgiving towards those who wish to pursue divorce and legal changes have allowed the process to be easier for those involved. Ana Maria Kudisch Castelló has over 30 […]
Below Andrew Miller QC, Civil and Commercial Mediator at 2 Temple Gardens, discusses with Lawyer Monthly the issues surrounding mediation, and what parties should do to maximise chances of success when entering into alternative matters of dispute resolution. Lawyers have long been aware of the need to encourage their clients to consider the alternative dispute […]
New research has shown that nearly half of jurors in rape cases come to a guilty verdict before deliberation, indicating a predictive relationship between juror demographics, personal experience, and psychological make up – impacting upon verdicts in rape cases. The study, conducted by a researcher at the University of Huddersfield with legal guidance from Manchester […]
With litigation costs higher than ever before, it has never been more important for lawyers to ensure claims are supported in the best manner possible when considering bringing proceedings or seeking settlement. Here Gavin Cunningham, forensic accounting partner at Menzies LLP, delves into the importance of forensic accounting and the impact a proper assessment can […]
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