Posted by Matthew Pascall, legal director – head of commercial at Legal Futures Associate Temple Legal Protection The Arbitration Act 2025 came into force last week and, with growing judicial momentum behind mediation as well, commercial litigation solicitors will need to consider how these changes could affect both their working practices and clients. There are a number of factors at play here – a decline in Commercial Court claims, uncertainty surrounding third-party funding following the PACCAR ruling, and increased judicial and legislative support for alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Recent court decisions are also reinforcing ADR’s role – not just as […]

In the business world, it is inevitable that disputes will arise. This is part and parcel of every competitive industry, but these disputes can be costly to your company if they are not handled efficiently. Litigation may seem like an intimidating process, but it has many advantages compared to other dispute resolution options. Choosing litigation may help to save you money, put pressure on the other side to come to the negotiating table, and ultimately provide the best chance of a positive outcome. In this article, will discuss what litigation entails and why it could be beneficial for you and […]