A new era of self-representation is emerging as litigants in person use strategy, structure, and AI tools to navigate a justice system once reserved for lawyers.
Written by John Barwell
Written by John Barwell
Written by John Barwell
A practical guide showing how landmark English cases help Litigants in Person build stronger negligence and contract claims.
Written by John Barwell
Discover the key obstacles UK Litigants in Person face and practical strategies to overcome them.
Written by John Barwell
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.
Written by John Barwell
Discover how The Chimp Paradox can help Litigants in Person control emotions, think strategically, and improve their legal success.
Written by John Barwell
Over-relying on AI in court proceedings can lead to serious legal missteps, from misinterpreted case law to procedural errors—human oversight is essential.
Written by John Barwell
Litigants in Person · Civil Restraint Orders · Litigation Strategy A Litigant in Person can begin with a genuine sense of injustice and still end up in procedural danger. The Civil Restraint Order trap opens when persistence turns into repetition, every setback becomes proof of bias, and applications are made without legal merit. Jurisdiction: England … Continue reading “Litigants in Person and the Civil Restraint Order Trap”
Written by John Barwell
With legal fees soaring, more people are representing themselves in court as Litigants in Person (LiPs).
Written by John Barwell
Learn how Litigants in Person can avoid common legal pitfalls and improve their chances of success in court through strategic, procedural, and professional approaches.
Written by John Barwell
Learn practical steps to navigate ACAS and Employment Tribunals as a Litigant in Person and overcome the challenges of self-representation.