Civil Litigation Case Law Update 2026 (Paper)

Materials comprised of a Paper and PowerPoint Handout.

Event Date:

24 March 2026

Presenter:

Sam Jeffs | Barrister, Mills Lane Chambers

Synopsis:

From discovery to enforcing judgments, civil litigation is as varied as it is challenging with new case developments affecting civil law practice.
Sam Jeffs provides a concise update on recent case law developments and their implications. He has highlighted key recent judgments and emerging trends, and readers will gain a comprehensive insight into practical implications for everyday practice.
This paper will address key case developments, included in relation to representative actions, director liability and corporate governance, employment status in the gig economy, judicial review of commercial decisions, and the new High Court Rules regime that commenced 1 January 2026.
Keep up to date with the latest case law developments in this practical paper.

These Materials will help you:

Explore the courts’ current approach on critical civil law issues
Deepen your understanding of recent case law decisions and their effects on your practice.
Gain insights into the practical implications of these cases, and how they may influence civil law practices.

Intended Audience:

All civil and commercial litigators. General practitioners who do some litigation work will also benefit from attending.

On Demand Link:

Civil Litigation Case Law Update (2026) (On Demand) - The Law Association