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Outstanding Set for Diversity & Inclusion – Shortlisted by Chambers UK.

Published: 02/09/2024 | News

Farrar’s Building is committed to reducing or removing barriers at the Bar relating to disability, neurodivergence, age, ethnicity, social mobility, environment, sustainability and access to justice. Continuing the momentum of our achievements last year, when we were announced ‘Winners’ in the ‘Best ESG Campaign’ category at the Personal Injury Awards 2023, we are delighted to have been shortlisted by […]

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A Silk at the Games

Published: 08/08/2024 | News

The Olympic Games first made an impression on me in 1980. For all manner of reasons, Daley Thompson was (and remains) my favourite athlete in any sport. Watching the recent BBC documentary about him confirmed all that I had admired as a child: his own man, with confidence born of talent, dedication and preparation and […]

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Ryan Ross appointed to Attorney General’s London C Panel

Published: 08/08/2024 | News

We are delighted to announce that Ryan Ross has been appointed to the Attorney General’s London C Panel. Appointments to the Attorney General’s Panels are made through open competition and only the highest quality candidates are appointed. Panel Counsel provides advice and representation to all government departments. Ryan’s appointment will take effect from 1 September […]

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The King’s Speech 2024

Published: 25/07/2024 | News

We have picked the bones out of the King’s Speech and considered some of the proposed reforms most likely to impact upon civil litigation in the coming years. We were particularly interested in the changes proposed in the fields of: Mental health Inquiries into disasters and state-related deaths Occupiers’ liability (in the context of terrorist […]

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Disability Pride Month and the Importance of Language

Published: 23/07/2024 | News

July marks Disability Pride Month, a month to celebrate the disabled community whilst also raising awareness of the issues faced by disabled people. Current figures estimate that approximately 23% of the working age population are disabled (see here), yet within the legal profession only around 6% of solicitors report being disabled (see here), and around […]

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An update on handling applicable law issues in cross-jurisdictional cases: The cases of Yordanov v. Vasilev & Ors [2024] and Nicholls v. Mapfre [2024]

Published: 17/07/2024 | News

This article provides a short synopsis of two key 2024 decisions, Yordanov [2024] and Mapfre [2024], which raised issues surrounding the applicable law to substantive issues, interest, and subrogated claims. The cases highlight the important distinction between procedural rules such as how evidence is managed or quantum is assessed, and the applicable law which determines […]

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Appointment to Sport Resolutions Pro Bono Service

Published: 16/07/2024 | News

Congratulations to James Pretsell, Ryan Ross and Holly Girven who have been appointed to the Sport Resolutions Pro Bono Service, joining Leonard Wigg who has been reappointed for a second year running. Together, they will provide pro bono legal advice and assistance to athletes and individuals of limited financial means, in the areas of: • […]

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Legal 500 announces 2024 Awards Shortlist

Published: 10/07/2024 | News

We are delighted to have been recognised by The Legal 500 in their shortlist for 2024. Congratulations to our members: Geoffrey Williams KC for being shortlisted as Professional Disciplinary Silk of the Year Christopher Quinlan KC for being shortlisted as Sport Silk of the Year Emma Sole for being shortlisted as Employment Junior of the […]

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