United Kingdom: Court Procedure

The High Court’s decision in Campeau v Gottex Real Asset Fund 1 (OE) Waste highlights that third parties may, in certain circumstances, be able to rely on jurisdiction clauses in commercial contracts.

A Commercial Court judgment examines whether a broadly-worded settlement agreement covering multilateral interchange fee claims extends to encompass litigation brought by a company that became an associated...

Geopolitical volatility is reshaping corporate risk as shifting alliances, trade tensions and national security priorities force organizations to navigate increasingly complex cross-border operations.

The group will aim to propose amendments to respond to concerns expressed and facilitate advances in technology...

Gatehouse Chambers' Insolvency Team provides detailed analysis of three recent High Court cases examining critical issues in bankruptcy and insolvency law, including property transfers via WhatsApp...

When facing a breach of contract claim in England and Wales, understanding the procedural requirements and available defences is critical to mounting an effective response.

The Competition Appeal Tribunal has refused to grant a Collective Proceedings Order in a major consumer claim against Atlantic salmon producers, marking the first time certification has been denied solely on cost-benefit grounds. The decision scrutinizes the economics of opt-out collective proceedings and sets new expectations for class representatives to demonstrate realistic pathways to delivering value to class members rather than primarily benefiting lawyers and funders.

The High Court in Vantage Mezzanine Fund II v Bitature granted a final charging order over UK property to assist in the enforcement of an arbitration award arising from Ugandan proceedings.

Gatehouse Law's spring property newsletter covers recent tribunal and court decisions affecting property law, including modifications of restrictive covenants, rent repayment orders for joint tenancies, and pre-action admissions under CPR 14. The team discusses their recent work on building safety, easements, lease renewals, and forfeiture appeals, while announcing their attendance at UKREiiF 2026 in Leeds.