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09 August 2024
Issue: 8083 / Categories: Legal News , Profession , ADR , Dispute resolution , Family , Mediation
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NLJ this week: Will the Labour government reform ADR?

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The Labour government’s position on alternative dispute resolution (ADR) is not yet clear

In this week’s NLJ, however, Nikki Edwards writes that, given Labour’s broader commitment to justice reform, ‘I anticipate it will be on the agenda once the first 100 days are out of the way’.

Edwards, president of the London Solicitors Litigation Association and partner at Howard Kennedy, covers current moves towards mandating ADR as part of the civil justice system. She looks at the challenges and considerations for Labour, and urges the government to champion ADR but proceed cautiously and definitely avoid a one size fits all approach.

MOVERS & SHAKERS

Harneys—Maggie Kwok & George Weston

Harneys—Maggie Kwok & George Weston

Harneys senior leadership appointments

Freeths—Keith Browne & Jim Jordan

Freeths—Keith Browne & Jim Jordan

Freeths strengthens London Construction and Engineering practice with two strategic senior hires

Anthony Collins—Laura Moss

Anthony Collins—Laura Moss

Anthony Collins announces strategic hire to deepen skills base in the social business sector

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