The 48 Laws of Litigation: Power Plays for the Litigant in Person

When I wrote The Chimp, The Computer, and The LiP, I drew heavily on The Chimp Paradox, a book that explains how emotions and logic collide under pressure. The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene serves a similar purpose—especially for Litigants in Person (LiPs) navigating high-stakes litigation. Legal battles often feel overwhelming due to procedural complexities, tight deadlines, and aggressive opposition. Greene’s insights on power dynamics can help LiPs maintain strategic control without falling into ethical traps. This article explores five of his most relevant “laws,” adapted for self-representation, ensuring compliance with court rules while maximizing tactical advantage.

Why Do Solicitors and Barristers Bend the Rules? The Pernicious Underside of the UK Legal System

It is time to confront an uncomfortable truth: why do some legal professionals bend the rules, and what can we do to stop it? The Culture of Rule-Bending Many within the British legal system are all too familiar with an unfortunate reality: some solicitors and barristers employ tactics that manipulate procedural nuances, thereby undermining the […]

The Tactical Terrain: Further Challenges for Litigants in Person in Employment Tribunals

This article explores the sophisticated procedural tactics often employed by represented defendants in Employment Tribunals, such as late submissions and document overload, which place unrepresented claimants at a disadvantage. It offers strategies for Litigants in Person (LiPs) to counteract these pressures and assert their rights effectively.

Employment Tribunals: Challenges for Litigants in Person Against Represented Defendants

Navigating the Employment Tribunal system is particularly challenging for claimants representing themselves as Litigants in Person (LiPs), especially when faced with late submissions of key documents by represented defendants. This article explores the impact of such tactics and offers strategies for LiPs to protect their rights and ensure procedural fairness.

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