Shining a Light on Justice, Empowering Your Legal Journey
Written by John Barwell
A County Court judgment can move from court procedure into financial life. This Legal Lens article explains why a CCJ is not one simple thing, and why judgment, registration, credit consequences, payment, satisfaction, cancellation, set aside, variation and stay are different legal routes with different effects.
Written by John Barwell
Sending is communication. Service is a legal act. This Legal Lens article explains why emailing a civil claim form can fail if the rules on service, solicitor authority, email consent, nominated addresses, sealed documents and timing are not followed.
Written by John Barwell
A Legal Lens article on online civil courts, digital filing, email service, default judgment, vulnerable users and why a login problem can become a legal problem.
Written by John Barwell
Why courts often reach outcomes that feel unfair — and what litigants in person must understand about law, evidence, and procedure in England & Wales.
Written by John Barwell
Navigate the complexities of UK civil litigation with insights into witness statements and expert reports, essential for building a strong case and ensuring success.
Written by John Barwell
Navigating interim applications in the UK civil court system can be daunting for Litigants in Person. This guide simplifies the process, helping you understand essential steps and avoid common pitfalls.
Written by John Barwell
Understanding the nuances of ‘without prejudice’ communications is crucial in UK legal proceedings. This article explores the consequences of inadvertent disclosure and offers essential guidance.
Written by John Barwell
Systemic failures disadvantage self-represented litigants, highlighting urgent need for legal reforms to ensure equal access to justice.
Written by John Barwell
Civil procedure – discontinuance – litigants in person Discontinuing a civil claim is not the same as simply walking away. CPR Part 38 gives a claimant a route to bring all or part of a claim to an end, but the step can carry costs consequences, permission requirements and restrictions on bringing a later claim … Continue reading “Navigating the Maze of Discontinuing a Claim: Insights for Litigants in Person”
Written by John Barwell
A comprehensive guide for Litigants in Person on navigating Part 14 of the CPR, focusing on the strategic use of admissions to achieve a fair and efficient resolution.
