Litigation training
5.5 CPD
Introduction
January 2014 saw the publication
of the new Bar Standards Board (BSB) Handbook The focus of
regulation is based on the concept of risk.
"We call it "risk-based
regulation"...In the past we based our regulation on very
strict rules. We could not readily adapt our approach to
different circumstances and often we could only take action
after something had gone wrong. Rules still play an important
part in our new way of working. But now we are starting to
work in a more flexible way whenever we decide on the best
action to take. This approach helps us to regulate in line with the
regulatory principles set out in the Legal Services Act 2007,
s28.
A further key change in 2014 was
that, for the first time, self-employed barristers were allowed to
apply for an extension to their practising certificate in order to
be able to conduct litigation. The result: as long as PA barristers
have the correct authorisation, their clients no longer have to act
as a self-representing litigant or instruct a solicitor, should the
case go to court. As confidence in the PA model has grown, so
too has the demand for this authorisation to conduct
litigation.
In order to apply for an
extension to practising certificates authorising individuals to
conduct litigation, each barrister will need to complete an
application form. In reviewing this application, authorisation
staff will assess whether it meets the criteria for authorisation.
One of the key factors being considered during this process is the
training and experience of litigation.
The Bar Council is providing a
one day training course to prepare practitioners for this exciting
development in the way they are entitled to practice.
Course
objectives
Risk Awareness
In April 2016, The Bar Standards
Board (BSB) produced three documents designed to complement the
approach set out in the BSB 2016-2019 Strategic
Plan.
These are:
i) The Risk
Framework describes the BSB approach to identifying and
managing risks in the legal system;
ii) The Risk Index
categorises those risks;
iii) The Risk Outlook
prioritises three risk themes the BSB think should be
the current focus of our regulatory attention.
In line with this approach, the
focus of the course is not on areas of black letter law relating to
elements of legal services not hitherto delivered by barristers -
although the relevant provisions of the CPR 1998 and FPR 2010 will
of course be considered.
Rather it will be looking at
areas of potential risk in terms of the delivery of the consumer
services. Delegates will be directed to consider the risk
profile of:
1. The
client.
2. The subject
matter.
3. Other
involved/related parties (including LiPs)
4. The procedural
aspects and steps required at particular stages of
litigation.
5. Their own
methods and patterns of working.
Working through the anatomy of a
case, there will be much opportunity for
discussion, debate and further
learning.
Date
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Time
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Chambers management package*
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Location
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How to Book
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Tuesday 28 January 2020 |
09:30-17:30 |
6 credits |
Bar Council, London |
*Fully booked* |
*New session dates coming in the new year*
Price
£190
(plus VAT) For those who have paid the Bar Representation Fee
(BRF)
£280
(plus VAT) For those who have not paid the Bar Representation
Fee
If you would like to pay the Bar Representation Fee, please
contact the Services
Department.
*This training session is available as part of the Bar
Council's Annual Chambers Membership package. Chambers membership
gives you access to a range of training and support throughout the
year, chosen to suit your needs.
* Find out more about the Annual
Management Package
**Prior to attending the course, we would ordinarily
expect you to have undertaken the public access training course, or
to have renewed your public access training
***Please note, satisfactory completion of this course
is only part of the required steps to be authorised to conduct
litigation
For further guidance on the authorisation to conduct litigation
please click here.
Bar Council training packs are going
paperless
To minimise both environmental impact and the amount of
paper you have to carry with you, Bar Council training packs are
going paperless. As a delegate you will receive the materials you
need for the training by email in advance, which you can access
throughout the day on your laptop or tablet.
Important: Training
materials for this course are electronic, you
must bring an electronic or printed copy with you.
Throughout the training, there will be references to various Bar
Council guidance or external documents, which are included as a
hyperlink within the attendee workbook. Please note, we are unable
to print training material during courses and extra copies will not
be available.
You are requested to download or print the required
materials beforehand so you'll have easy access throughout the
training.
Further information
Please ensure your read the
terms and conditions and privacy statement before
booking.
We can offer this training in-chambers, including those chambers
on circuit. Please contact Training and
Events for information on dates and
pricing.