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Case by Case Ep #88 is out! In this week's episode, Luke Zadkovich and Calum Cheyne had the privilege of being joined by Oliver Caplin KC of Twenty Essex to discuss the fascinating case of Euronav Shipping NV v Black Swan Petroleum DMCC. Having acted for the successful respondent, Black Swan Petroleum (BSP), Oliver Caplin KC brings a first-hand perspective to this week’s discussion! The case itself involved a rare form of anti-suit injunction – an anti-anti-arbitration injunction’ (AAAI), which was designed to require BSP to discharge an anti-arbitration injunction that it had obtained from the High Court of Malaysia, which restrained Euronav’s prosecution of a London-seated LMAA arbitration. An episode not to be missed - particularly for those involved in cross-border disputes. 𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐍𝐨𝐰: Click below on your chosen platform to listen to episode #88 now! 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲: https://lnkd.in/dyYZ7HVe 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞: https://lnkd.in/dN746ksB 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐓𝐮𝐛𝐞: https://lnkd.in/d2zEwXYi #AntiAntiArbitration #CasebyCase #Podcast

Insights from Matthew McGhee in the latest Commercial Dispute Resolution (CDR) article focusing on UK Litigation trends for 2025 👇

On 27 February 2025, Edward Gilmore and I will be discussing the current state, and opportunities for reform, of the law of contempt at the Thoughtleaders4's 4th annual FIRE Starters Global Summit in Dublin. Details here: https://hubs.la/Q02C_7Hc0  #FIRE #AssetRecovery #FIREStarters #TL4 #NextGen Twenty Essex

🚨 Last chance to register for our introductory webinar; ‘Find your voice: An introduction to advocacy’, aims to address some of these questions from students and prospective barristers. With insights from Luke Pearce KC, Andrew Feld and Maria Kennedy on preparing for the upcoming pupillage application process, building your confidence and improving your skills. 📅Monday 16 December – 17:00 💻Registration: https://lnkd.in/exUEi_UU by Teams

As 2024 draws to a close, we’re pleased to celebrate the final directories milestone of the year – the release of the Chambers and Partners Asia-Pacific 2025 rankings. We’d like to extend our thanks to all our clients and industry partners for your continued support throughout the submission process. A big congratulations to all of our ranked members! Full 2025 directories report: https://lnkd.in/d-gWk7db

The London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) has released its new guidelines for equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in international arbitration. LCIA board member and Twenty Essex barrister, Duncan Matthews KC added: “These Guidelines, which are mindful of cultural differences and avoid assumptions about universal truths, are an important step in evolving international arbitration as a global dispute resolution mechanism."

As pupillage applications open, join us on Thursday 9 January at 5pm for our popular annual ‘Countdown to pupillage: T-minus Twenty’ webinar. Our expert panel of experienced barristers – including those who will be on the pupillage interview panels – will share valuable advice to prospective pupils during this one-hour session, with ample time for Q&A. The webinar will cover: 💡Key pointers for pursuing commercial pupillage 💡Detailed insights on the pupillage process 💡What life is like as a new tenant Registration and Q&A portal now open: https://lnkd.in/edat2X5Q

Sara Masters KC will participate in the ‘Arbitration and the Media’ panel at the GAR Live: Women in Arbitration Conference taking place in Paris on Thursday. Arbitration is facing growing media attention. This session explores whether a balance can be struck between the public’s interest in certain cases and the confidential nature of arbitration. The panel will discuss how arbitrators in headline cases have managed media scrutiny, strategies for avoiding or addressing publicity. More information: https://lnkd.in/e72j7kNF

Yesterday evening, we welcomed young public international law practitioners to Twenty Essex for a fireside chat between our own Professor Philippa Webb and Stephen Donnelly of Essex Court. The conversation was preceded by an introduction to the YPIL group by board member and Twenty Essex barrister, Manuel Casas. Reviewing the year, Philippa and Stephen discussed recent ICJ cases and provisional measures, the role of the court, and looked ahead to what 2025 could hold for public international law. After the discussion concluded, guests enjoyed refreshments in the Lower Court and took the chance to catch up before the end of the year. 

Join us at the FIRE Starters Global Summit 2025, taking place from 26th to 28th February 2025 at the Conrad Hotel, Dublin, Ireland.   With 80+ world-class speakers from 26+ jurisdictions stepping up to the plate for our 4th annual edition, we're amping up the quality of the conversation for 2025. Guided by our esteemed Advisory Board, including Laurence Clarke (Kingsley Napley), Catherine Eason (PCB Byrne), Jon Felce (Cooke, Young & Keidan), Sam Goodman (Twenty Essex), Evin Durmaz (Monfrini Bitton Klein), Grant Noble (Grant Thornton), Abigail Rushton (Charles Russell Speechlys), and Jessica Thorpe (Aletheia Intelligence), this event guarantees meaningful connections.   With intimate, workshop-style sessions zeroing in on the hot topics, we’re offering an inferno of opportunities to rub shoulders with the right people, in the right place.   So, why sit on the bench when you can be a key player? Lock in your spot at the #1 event in Dublin! → https://lnkd.in/dNMAJhJu   For full agenda and event details, please visit → https://lnkd.in/ebyupAXB   #FIRE #TL4 #NextGen #AssetRecovery #Insolvency #Fraud #FIREStarters   3 Verulam Buildings, Monfrini Bitton Klein, Serle Court, Collas Crill, Twenty Essex, Russell-Cooke Solicitors, Meet in Ireland, Fáilte Ireland, Paul Barford, Danushka De Alwis, Chris Leese, Melody Mok