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BHRC x HRLA Virtual Seminar | 28 November 2023 | Human Rights Careers, Skills & Values

Hosted by the Bar Human Rights Committee and the Young Lawyers’ Committee at the Human Rights Lawyers Association, with supporting partners to be announced Michael Harwood will take part

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Hate Crime - Law & Practice for Criminal Lawyers

Introduction In the last decade we have seen an increase in the reporting and recording of hate crimes, as well as prosecutions. Government statistics indicate that just over 40,000 hate crimes

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Homelessness: Duties, Assessments and Pitfalls

Join Iain Colville at Lawyers in Local Government's online Housing Conference for 'Homelessness: Duties, Assessments and Pitfalls'. In the session, Iain will be exploring issues relating to homelessness including

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BIICL Homelessness and Human Rights

It has been estimated that over 1.6 billion people lack adequate housing. Even though definitions of homelessness vary across the globe, the term encapsulates a wide range of situations of precarious

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LLG Junior Lawyers Training Day 8th December

  We are delighted to be involved in the Junior Lawyers Training and Development Day, run by LLG and hosted by Womble Bond Dickinson at their offices at More

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Tree Law Summer Conference

4-5 Gray's Inn Square are sponsoring the Tree Law London conference, which will take place on the 26 September, 10am until 1pm Lincoln's Inn, London. Elizabeth Nicholls MCIArb

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IP Update: IP Developments in Law

Intellectual Property Law has changed considerably in the last few months. Join the experts at 4-5 Grays Inn Square for an update on the recent developments, and some networking. The

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Gaining the Advantage in Mediation

A masterclass and panel discussion from 4-5’s mediation group - giving you the inside track on how to succeed and get a better settlement. This masterclass will cover

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Iain Christie to speak at the Franco-British Lawyers Society International Mediation Conference on 9 June 2023

Iain Christie of 4-5 Gray's Inn Square's Mediation team will be speaking at the Franco-British Lawyers Society International Mediation Conference on 9 June 2023 in Paris. At a time

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Elizabeth Nicholls to speak at the Scotland Branch Trees & the Law event on 6 June 2023

Scotland Branch Trees & the Law - 6 June 2023 The Scottish Branch is hosting a seminar centered around Trees and the Law in Scotland. Featuring Dr Charles Mynors and 

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Kish Sharma and Dr. Arun Kasi have participated as panelists in the Malaysian Bar Council’s webinar on  Cargo claims: Sea Carriers’ Obligations and Defences

4-5’s shipping team members, Kish Sharma and Dr. Arun Kasi have participated as panelists in the Malaysian Bar Council’s webinar on  Cargo claims: Sea Carriers

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Mediation for the Public Sector

Elizabeth Nicholls and Patrick Taylor will provide a bespoke session speaking on “Mediation for the Public Sector”, hosted by Pathfinder Legal Services. Mediation can be used to

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Compulsory Purchase: is there a reluctance to make use of it? - Online webinar - 23rd February 2023 - 17:00

This webinar for planning consultants and those in planning law examines Compulsory Purchase Orders and whether there is a reluctance from public authorities to use them. BOOK FREE ONLINE HERE

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Pupillage Open Evening - Thursday 2 February 2023 - 17:00 - In Chambers

Are you interested in a pupillage at 4-5? Come along to our open evening on Thursday 2nd of February at 17:00. The evening will feature talks from current members as well

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Public Inquiries - A Guide to Evidence & Procedure

In this webinar recording presented by Vida Simpeh in conjunction with MBL explores evidence and procedure within public inquiries, mainly looking at the issues and factors which legal representitives

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Property Service Charge Webinars

About this event Chambers invites you to two webinars which will provide an overview of key aspects in relation to residential leasehold service charges. Our speakers for both of

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Jonathan Manning to speak at Social Housing Law Association Annual Conference 2022

Jonathan Manning will be speaking at this year’s SHLA Annual Conference. Jonathan will be speaking on Social Housing, Public Law; the challenges, the response and what the court

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Intellectual Property Event - Order and Disorder - The Entropy of Intellectual Property Remedies

Order and Disorder - The Entropy of Intellectual Property Remedies When: 7th July 2022 Time: 18:00 Venue: The Postal Museum,15-20 Phoenix Place, London, WC1X 0DA Price: £75 plus VAT Speakers

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Homelessness: One Day Hybrid Conference in Birmingham

4-5 Housing are pleased to invite you to its annual one-day Homelessness Conference in Birmingham. *** EARLY BIRD OFFER*** - 10% discounted ticket, offer ends 27 May 2022 When: Tuesday 5 July 2022 Where: The Exchange

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Homelessness: One Day Hybrid Conference

***SOLD OUT*** 4-5 Housing are pleased to invite you to it's annual one-day Homelessness Conference. Please book HERE  When: Tuesday 1st February 2022 10:00-17:00 GMT Where: Bingham Room, The

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Running Elections in a Covid world - Timothy Straker QC

Timothy Straker QC will be speaking at the Solace webinar on Friday 5th February, discussing the legal issues surrounding running Elections during Covid-19. For more information and to sign up,

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Online - LLG Elections 2021 with Tim Straker QC and Rupert Beloff

Date: 29th January 2021 Time: 9:15 – 16:15 5 CPD With less than six months until voters in England and Wales go to the polls for the first time since the start of the

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Jonathan Manning: Licensing and civil penalties webinar @ the SHLA

Join Jonathan Manning & Robin Stewart, Senior Associate at Anthony Gold as they guide you through the topics of licensing and civil penalties. When: Thursday 10

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Ayesha Omar will present the legal update at this year’s ARMA Conference, Recovery and Beyond on 8-11 September 2020.

Ayesha Omar will present the legal update at this year’s ARMA Conference, Recovery and Beyond on 8-11 September 2020. Ayesha will discuss ‘Law in Lockdown’

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International Arbitration Conference 2020

Liaise, learn and network with the field’s legends, leaders, and rising stars at 4-5 Gray’s Inn Square Arbitration Conference on 4-5 June 2020.    Diverse

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Young MCIA - Role of National Courts in Collecting Evidence in Support of Arbitration

Karishma Vora and other experienced practitioners will discuss how national courts in different juristictions (India, UK and USA) support taking and preservation of evidence in arbitrations. Topics for discussion include

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LLG Webinar - Public Procurement & Brexit - 4 March 2020

Rupert Beloff and Josh Hitchens will be speaking on 'Public Procurement & Brexit' in a LLG organised webinar on 4th March 2020 between 12:00 - 13:00.  Public procurement in the UK

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Tackling Problems in Witness Preparation: An Interactive Workshop

Join us at 4-5 Grays Inn with speakers Amrit Kaur Dhanoa and Rosalee Dorfman Mohajer on 30 January 2020 at 6pm. About this Event This interactive seminar, kindly hosted by 4-5 Grays

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Association of Women Solicitors Seminar - Tackling Problems in Witness Preparation: An interactive workshop - Thursday 30th January 2020, 18:00 in Chambers

Amrit Kaur Dhanoa and Rosalee Dorfman Mohajer will consider the various stages of preparing witness evidence in a civil case, from issuing a claim up until trial.

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Tim Straker QC will be at the SOLACE Annual Elections Conference speaking on ‘Election Law - update on Key Issues’  - Thursday 23rd January 2020

Tim Straker QC will return this year to deliver his talk on 'Election Law - update on Key Issues' on Thursday 23rd January 2020 at the Solace Annual Elections Conference.  

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Guido Carducci speaks at the European Parliament as an expert on ‘Cross-border restitution claims of works of art & cultural goods looted in armed conflicts and wars’

Guido Carducci, Professor, Attorney, Arbitrator, Former UNESCO Chief International Standards Section and Parthenon Marbles Mediator (Carducci Arbitration & Art Law, Paris, London, Rome) speaks as an expert and moderated a

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Guido Carducci speaks at The Peace Palace in The Hague for ‘The Art of Dispute Resolution: Arbitration and ADR in Art-related Disputes’

Guido Carducci, Professor, Attorney, Arbitrator, Former UNESCO Chief International Standards Section and Parthenon Marbles Mediator (Carducci Arbitration & Art Law, Paris, London, Rome) speaks at 'The Art of Dspute

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Rea Murray to speak at Human Rights Lawyers Association Conference

A Fair Balance? Adjudicating on the interface between religious freedom and other rights Attendance is free but please register by emailing administrator@hrla.org.uk

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CMC Annual Conference 2019

Colin Manning (Joint Head of Group), Iain Christie and Patrick Taylor speak at the CMC Annual Conference 2019 at Hallam Conference Centre, 44 Hallam St, Marylebone, London W1W 6JJ. The full

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Iain Colville to speak at LAW2019 Belfast

Commercial Property - Planning Law - the perils of enforcement action https://www.thesolicitorsgroup.com/Exhibitions/2019/LawBelfastNovember/

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Ian Peacock to speak at The Northern Homelessness Conference 2019

Ian is an expert in homelessness and allocations law, regularly appearing in the County Court, the Administrative Court and the Court of Appeal. He appeared (unled) in the Supreme Court

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Hannah Gardiner to speak on Homelessness at London Social Housing Law Conference

What You Will Receive: 7 CPD Conference ticket/certificate and training account Unlimited annual CPD video training library/past papers All-day refreshments, full course pack, pen Professional status ID card, carry

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Ayesha Omar to moderate ARMA Annual Conference 2019

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND The ARMA Conference is an essential diary date for anyone involved in the management of long leasehold residential property. It offers: • The sector’s

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Homelessness, Housing and Allocations One-Day Conference

4-5 Gray's Inn Square is excited to offer a one-day conference on housing, homelessness and allocations, covering all the latest developments and law. Speakers are former members of Arden

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Rosalee Dorfman Mohajer and Amrit Kaur Dhanoa Seminar for Association of Women Solicitors

Rosalee and Amrit will discuss the practicalities of witness evidence, what makes a good witness statement and cross examination skills.  

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Stephanie Lovegrove to speak at Frontline Resolution’s first ever ASB Seminar, 24 September 2019.

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Jane Lambert Seminar - Intellectual Property for Small Businesses

Join us for a talk by barrister Jane Lambert - you'll be able to find out how to protect your business' branding, design, technology and creativity. If you're

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Clara Zang & Rea Murray Breakfast Seminar - Judicial Review

Chambers would like to invite you to the first in a series of breakfast seminars. Clara Zang and Rea Murray look forward to welcoming you into Chambers to discuss Judicial

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Jane Lambert invited to speak at fourteenth session of the Advisory Committee on Enforcement (ACE)

Jane Lambert invited to speak at fourteenth session of the Advisory Committee on Enforcement (ACE), which is being held in Geneva, at the headquarters of the Work Intellectual Property

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Hannah Gardiner gives Homelessness Law update to delegates at Law Friends Society Conference.

Hannah Gardiner gives Homelessness Law update to delegates at Law Friends Society Conference. People experiencing homelessness are amongst the most vulnerable in society, especially during the current COVID-19 crisis.

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Trends in International Arbitration and Challenges from Arbitration Awards

4-5 Gray's Inn welcomes delegation from Vietnamese Ministry of Justice. James Bridgman SC and guest speaker Joe Tirado (Garrigues) discussed trends in International Arbitration and Karishma Vora examined 

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Toby Vanhegan - Discrimination Law Association - Using the Equality Act in Housing Law - 27 June 2019

Toby Vanhegan, barrister at 4-5 Gray's Inn Square Chambers, will present a seminar about the current developments of using the Equality Act 2010 in housing litigation. He is pioneering in

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What Does 2018 Mean for the Future of Institutional Arbitration?

Join the essential conversation about India disputes, new regulatory challenges, and future opportunities with leading practitioners and experts. New Dehli International Arbitration Centre Bill, 2018 Arbitration and Conciliation (Amendment) Bill, 2018 Encouraging

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The power of gender equality to transform the business of law: an international symposium

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Public Law Group holds first conference for Lawyers in Local Government, Homelessness, Housing & Allocations

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Intellectual Property (IP) Rights Workshop

Jane Lambert will provide information and guidance on the crucial but sometimes complex field of IP.

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IP Rights and Brexit - presentation by Jane Lambert

  For an authoritative and up to date view come to the 45 minute presentation by Jane Lambert, author of the IP Chapter of The Doing Business After Brexit and editor

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Property & Housing - Housing Licensing & Rogue Landlords

This seminar will consider the impact on property licensing schemes under the Housing Act 2004 of the recent decisions in Parr v Nottingham CC, R(Gaskin) v Richmond Upon

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C5’s 11th Annual Forum on PHARMA & BIOTECH PATENT LITIGATION

Jane Lambert to speak at this annual gathering exploring the inherently complex and continually contentious pharma and biotech patent litigation landscape. Jane will review the latest developments in English law.

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Liverpool Law Society - Housing Disrepair Conference

Chris Larkin will be speaking at Liverpool Law Society's Housing Disrepair Conference on Specific Performance and Injunctions.

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Property & Housing - Subletting, Assignment and Housing Fraud

The seminar will discuss the consequences that may arise when a social housing tenant unlawfully sub-lets or parts with possession. It will look at the Prevention of Social Housing Fraud

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Property & Housing - Assured Short-Hold Tenancies, Good Practice Seminar

The seminar will cover the pitfalls facing landlords of assured shorthold tenancies and when a tenant may have a defence to a s.21 notice, including information that has to be

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Property & Housing - Homelessness Seminar

The seminar will discuss recent developments in homelessness law including the changes made by the Homelessness Reduction Act. Tickets available here

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Seminar on “Trade Secrets - The New Law”

In this seminar Jane Lambert will explain what NDAs are, how they work, how they are used, the existing law of confidence, the Directive and its implementing regulations and how

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National Leasehold Group Conference – 28 November 2018, Olympia London

The National Leasehold Group (NLG) is an independent networking group which includes senior leasehold managers and practitioners from across the sector. Ground Rents (Breakout Session 4) Where are we now following

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ICCA-NYC-CPR Working group on Cyber security

Over the final four months of 2018, the ICCA-NYC Bar-CPR Working Group on Cybersecurity will be holding a series of public workshops to solicit and discuss the views of interested parties

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Interim Reliefs in Arbitration, Under Indian and English Law

Karishma Vora spoke at the Combar round table conference in New delhi on ‘Interim Reliefs in Arbitration, Under Indian and English Law ‘ on 16th September 2017.

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Seminar on Letters of Request, November 2017

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Seminar on Freezing Injunctions, November 2017

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Seminar on Jurisdiction clauses in Cross Border Agreements, September 2017

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IP Summer School at Cambridge

Jane Lambert is speaking on ‘Bilateral Investment Treaties & Exporters’ Rights Post-Brexit’ at the IP Summer School. Please click below to view agenda and to book

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Seminar on Third Party Funding in international arbitration, June 2017

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How to exit a contract – Rescission and Repudiatory breach of contract, August 2016

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