Drawing from my personal experience with Burnetts Solicitors, I discuss how a firm’s representation of opposing parties can undermine confidentiality and loyalty, ultimately harming the testator’s interests.
Written by John Barwell
Written by John Barwell
Written by John Barwell
Employment Tribunal · NHS litigation · Procedural fairness Employment tribunals are meant to provide a fair, accessible route for resolving workplace disputes. That promise is weakened where claimants say they face late disclosure, incomplete bundles, missing exhibits, technical barriers and aggressive defence tactics from legally represented public bodies. Recent criticism of Capsticks’ conduct in NHS … Continue reading “Capsticks and the NHS: A Study in Litigation Tactics and Tribunal Frustration”
Written by John Barwell
Long dismissed as nuisances or obstacles to efficient litigation, Litigants in Person (LiPs)—individuals who represent themselves in court without legal representation—are challenging entrenched assumptions about their capabilities and the legal system itself.
Written by John Barwell
The SDT’s revocation of an SRA rebuke underscores the challenges of balancing solicitor accountability with proportional regulatory enforcement.
Written by John Barwell
Legal profession · Litigation conduct · Professional accountability “Vexatious” is a serious word in litigation. It should not be used casually. For law firms, the real issue is usually not a formal label, but conduct: repeated meritless applications, oppressive tactics, misleading correspondence, misuse of process, or litigation behaviour that wastes court time and damages trust … Continue reading “Vexatious Law Firms: The Devastating Impact on Legal Credibility and Client Trust”
Written by John Barwell
The SRA’s new guidance for in-house solicitors highlights ethical responsibilities but raises questions about the practical challenges of reporting wrongdoing in hostile workplaces.
Written by John Barwell
An open letter demanding urgent reform of the Solicitors Regulation Authority due to repeated regulatory failures.
Written by John Barwell
Judges must call out misconduct and promote transparency to restore public trust in the UK’s legal system.
Written by John Barwell
Conflicts of interest, hidden networks, and a lack of accountability plague the UK justice system—who stands to benefit, and what needs to change?
Written by John Barwell
The Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT) can seem like an intimidating body, especially when challenging misconduct in the legal profession. This guide aims to simplify the process for those who want to apply directly to the SDT without the help of a lawyer, making it clearer how to work within this regulatory framework.