Trainers

Mark Cannon QC
4 New Square

Marion Smith QC
39 Essex Chambers

Neil Hext QC
4 New Square

James Pollock
Simmons&Simmons

Helen Evans
4 New Square

Nik Yeo
Fountain Court
Aim & Objectives
Simmons&Simmons
CityPoint, 1 Ropemaker St, London
EC2Y 9SS
The Commercial Litigation Association is respected for holding some of the best conferences and seminars in the litigation community.
Agenda
12:45 Chairman’s opening remarks:
David Foster, Barlow Robbins.
1:00 What is dishonesty
What is dishonesty and why is it important?
By Neil Hext QC and Helen Evans of 4 New Square.
1:40 Investor Fraud:
Mark Cannon QC of 4 New Square.
2:20 Coffee
2:40 Expert Witnesses:
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: a practical workshop exploring the key aspects of choosing, instructing and working with experts including preparing reports, dealing with the joint meeting and giving evidence. Marion Smith QC of 39 Essex Chambers.
4:00 Coffee
4:20 Confidentiality and privilege
Professional liability considerations for solicitors. James Pollock, Simmons & Simmons.
5:00 Structured Finance Litigation
The Professional Negligence aspect: Causes of action, title to sue and loss. Nik Yeo of Fountain Court (Professional Negligence Junior of the Year at the 2016 Chambers & Partners Awards).
5:40 Closing Remarks
Close at 6pm followed by networking drinks and canapes until 7:30pm.