James South
Chief executive
James South, chief executive, senior consultant & mediator, Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution (www.cedr.com).
Chief executive
James South, chief executive, senior consultant & mediator, Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution (www.cedr.com).
Widespread use of mediation could make a valuable contribution to resolving many disputes before the county courts: James South suggests thinking big to reap its rewards
James South marks a mediation milestone— the signing of the Singapore Convention—and predicts an increased uptake in mediation
James South predicts that the demand for mediation is about to soar
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MOVERS & SHAKERS
NLJ Career Profile: Hugo Plowman, Mishcon de Reya
From global fraud cases to fishing off-grid, Mishcon de Reya’s chair of dispute resolution Hugo Plowman discusses mentors, management switching off
Maguire Family Law—Jennifer Hudec, Ciara Florey, Alice Ferguson & Ruth Wynn
Maguire Family Law announces partner promotion and new hires amid a record year for enquiries
Switalskis—Rebecca Parry & Hannah Gamble
Switalskis wills and probate team extends reach with two appointments
NEWS
Restrictions on workplace non-disclosure agreements could make settlements slower, more complex and more expensive when reforms expected in 2027 take effect
Private prosecutors face closer scrutiny under Crown Prosecution Service guidance designed to strengthen accountability and consistency when intervention is requested
Foreign states cannot necessarily claim immunity for cyber operations launched abroad against computers in Britain, following a divided Supreme Court ruling
Defendants who make unsupported complaints about their lawyers risk losing legal aid while confiscation proceedings continue without representation
Lawyers advising Russian clients face different sanctions restrictions across the UK, EU and US, despite their shared objective of increasing pressure on Russia
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