Legal CPD Courses

CPR Changes April 2020

Delivered by solicitor and lecturer Nicky Carter, this 60-minute live webinar will focus on the forthcoming amendments to CPR Practice Direction 16, which take effect from the 6th April 2020.Predominately aimed at PI practitioners, this session will consider the new provisions concerning statements of truth and preparation and content of witness statements. This session will be of particular interest to those involved in credit hire litigation as the forthcoming CPR changes herald the introduction, for the first time, of a mandatory requirement ... See more

5

59 Users Enrolled

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The CPR and the Criminal Practice Directions

with Colin Beaumont

This course will explore the important parts of the consolidated document that must be read and understood by all criminal practitioners, regardless of whether you are advising clients in the office or whilst an advocate at Court.Designed to spark an interest in what is a rather dry document, this bite-size session will: • Will look at the Rule concerning the commencement of proceedings in a Magistrates’ Court • Provide an insight into the Rule regarding the structure of a criminal trial • Considers some important case mana ... See more

2.5

225 Users Enrolled

£ 60 +VAT

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Sign Your Name - Electronic Signatures in the CPR

with Craig Budsworth

If you use the CPR on a day to day basis, irrespective of whether this is in connection with credit hire, personal injury or debt recovery, this webinar is essential.Delivered by experienced lecturer Craig Budsworth of Accident Exchange Limited, this webinar will examine how online signatures can revolutionise your day to day life. Consideration will be given to how online signatures can be applied within the CPR and other documents and when it is appropriate for online signatures to be used.During this session Craig will examine the followin ... See more

75 Users Enrolled

£ 60 +VAT

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Skeleton Arguments

with Alastair Hodge

Aimed at practitioners interested in developing their advocacy skills, this course offers a practical discussion of how to write effective advocate drafts and skeleton arguments.In addition, speaker Alastair Hodge will consider the following topics:• Purpose of written advocacy• Criteria for persuasive written submissions• Speaking to written submissions Please note, this content is also included within the Advocacy for ... See more

4.3

253 Users Enrolled

£ 60 +VAT

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How to Commence a Claim

with Rebecca Greenstreet

This course aims to provide an overview of pre-action considerations, methods of service and information on where and on whom to serve a claim. It does not cover service out of the jurisdiction. This course offers a practical discussion on the issues which arise when first instituting a claim and will ensure that practitioners understand how to respond to these and are aware of the relevant case law surrounding service.This session is essential for all junior civil practitioners, whether undertaking claimant or defendant work. Claim ... See more

5

224 Users Enrolled

£ 60 +VAT

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FTT Practice Direction and Presidential Guidance on Litigation Friend

with Priya Solanki

The new First-tier Tribunal (FTT) Practice Direction, introduced on 1st November 2024, brings key procedural updates for immigration and asylum cases. This webinar provides a clear, practical overview of these changes, ensuring you understand compliance requirements and tribunal expectations.We will also cover the December 2024 Presidential Guidance on the appointment of litigation friends, helping you navigate the process effectively.Key Takeaways:- FTT Practice Direction Updates – Key changes, skeleton arguments, respondent reviews, an ... See more

5

122 Users Enrolled

£ 169 +VAT

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Advising Cohabitants and Cases under TOLATA and the Children Act 1989

with Safda Mahmood

Release Date & Content Subject to ChangeCohabitation disputes often involve complex legal and procedural issues, particularly concerning property and financial claims. This course provides family law practitioners with the essential knowledge and tools to handle cases involving TOLATA (Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996) and Schedule 1 Children Act 1989, equipping them to navigate disputes over property ownership and financial provision for children. From understanding legal principles to managing practical challenges, this co ... See more

56 Users Enrolled

£ 169 +VAT

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Issuing Possession Proceedings

with David Smith

As a landlord & tenant practitioner part of your practice may involve assisting private landlords in the recovery of their residential property. This can arise where the tenant has not paid the rent, the term of the lease has expired or the tenancy agreement has been breached. Regardless of the circumstances, a sound knowledge of Part 55 of the Civil Procedure Rules, which govern residential possession proceedings, will be required if you are to handle such cases effectively. Issuing Proceedings for Residential Possession: Guidance and Tac ... See more

4.2

223 Users Enrolled

£ 60 +VAT

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Summary Judgement

with Gary Barker

Summary judgement is a procedural process used in civil litigation by which any of the parties or the court can expeditiously dispose of all or part of a case without a trial. In accordance with CPR 24.2, a summary judgement will be granted in circumstances where the claimant has no real prospect of success or there are no other compelling reason for a trial to take place e.g. when the material facts of the case are not disputed. Aimed to avoid unnecessary trials and achieve active case management, summary judgements can also serve to simplify ... See more

5

151 Users Enrolled

£ 60 +VAT

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Summary Judgements

with Datalaw Team

Summary judgement is a procedural process used in civil litigation by which any of the parties or the court can expeditiously dispose of all or part of a case without a trial. In accordance with CPR 24.2, a summary judgement will be granted in circumstances where the claimant has no real prospect of success or there are no other compelling reason for a trial to take place e.g. when the material facts of the case are not disputed.Aimed to avoid unnecessary trials and achieve active case management, summary judgements can also serve ... See more

120 Users Enrolled

£ 60 +VAT

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Death, Dependants and Distributions

with Richard Quenby

In order to advise clients successfully, it is essential that practitioners remain up to date with all legislative changes. With this in mind, experienced private client practitioner Richard Quenby will examine the changes that the Inheritance and Trustees' Powers Act 2014 will make to the Intestacy Rules, the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 and sections 31 and 32 of the Trustee Act 1925. This course will consider the following topics: ITPA 2014 – 1 October 2014 PDA 2013 – 1 October 2014 Intestacy R ... See more

2.5

105 Users Enrolled

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Service Update - Getting it Right

with Nicky Carter

Whilst there is some room for interpretation of the CPR, the exception is the rules relating to service. The courts have made it clear that the rules relating to service will be interpreted in a most draconian manner.Service of a claim form can present a minefield of problems for unwary practitioners; It is the claimant’s solicitor’s responsibility to ensure that the claim is issued and served in a timely manner, so it is essential that litigators possess the knowledge required to get it right first time rather than risk the somewhat unforg ... See more

4.7

151 Users Enrolled

£ 60 +VAT

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Local Authority Placement Applications - Getting the Right Paperwork in Order

with Safda Mahmood

Aimed at local authority lawyers, this essential bite size webinar will provide viewers with practical advice regarding the paperwork that needs lodging in pursuing a placement application. Experienced lecturer and children law practitioner Safda Mahmood will also offer guidance on the proper drafting of the Form A50, AnnexB/CPR and the Statement of Facts. Topics Pursuing a Placement Order Form A50 Placement Orders Processes for Adoption Adoption Agencies Regulations 2005 Child’s Permanence Report Sending Documents ... See more

3.7

146 Users Enrolled

£ 60 +VAT

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Counting the Costs - An Update on Practice and Procedure

with Alastair Hodge

Delivered by barrister and experienced lecturer Alastair Hodge of 5 Essex Court, this bite-size webinar will consider the key aspects of the procedures relating to costs in the CPR. Equally suitable for civil and PI practitioners, this course will also provide viewers with an overview of relevant post-Jackson case law. Topics General principles Interim costs award & terminology Costs estimates Final costs orders Wasted costs orders Recent developments in case law

4.5

131 Users Enrolled

£ 60 +VAT

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Counting the Costs - Practice and Procedure Update

with Alastair Hodge

Delivered by barrister and experienced lecturer Alastair Hodge of 5 Essex Court, this bite-size webinar will consider the key aspects of the procedures relating to costs in the CPR. Equally suitable for civil and PI practitioners, this course will also provide viewers with an overview of relevant post-Jackson case law. Topics General principles Interim costs award & terminology Costs estimates Final costs orders Wasted costs orders Recent developments in case law

4.3

225 Users Enrolled

£ 60 +VAT

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Obtaining Writs of Possession - Partridge v Gupta 2017

with Rachel Coyle

Aimed at landlord and tenant practitioners, this session will discuss the giving of notice sufficient to enable an occupier to apply for relief, and the way in which the case of Partridge v Gupta [2017] EWHC 2110 (QB) has clarified the Court’s position in respect of this. During this session civil practitioner Rachel Coyle of 36 Civil (The 36 Group) will consider CPR 83.13 and will provide viewers with an overview of the following cases and will examine how informative they are in respect of writs of possession: o Fleet Mor ... See more

133 Users Enrolled

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Damages and Judicial Review

with Dean Kingham

Section 31(4) of the Senior Courts Act 1981 defines the circumstances in which the court may award damages, restitution or the recovery of a sum due on a claim for judicial review. When this is viewed alongside Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) 54.3(2), it becomes clear that a claim for damages or restitution may be included in a claim for judicial review, but only in addition to a claim for one of the prerogative remedies or a declaration or injunction; a claimant may not seek damages or restitution alone in a claim for judicial r ... See more

3.7

121 Users Enrolled

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Duty of Candour and FOI Requests before the JR is Pleaded

with Dean Kingham

Judicial reviews are generally concerned with the legality of a decision, measure or failure to act in relation to the exercise of a public function and as a result, CPR Part 31, which sets out the rules applicable on standard disclosure, will not ordinarily apply. Only in a small minority of cases, where the factual basis of the case is challenged, will the requirement for disclosure be ordered by the court. In such matters both parties are subject to a duty of candour. This is a weighty responsibility and both parties are obliged ... See more

3

119 Users Enrolled

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