News & Events
News & Events
On 15 May 2026, the World Bank Administrative Tribunal (“WBAT”) delivered judgment in GX v International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (Merits), Decision No. 726 [2026]. This is the first decision in which the WBAT has held that the World Bank Group (“WBG”) is under an obligation not to indirectly discriminate against its staff. Carin Hunt was led by Alex Haines of 4 Pump Court to act for the Applicant in this landmark decision. The Bank was represented by its Legal Vice Presidency in Washington DC. The Application, filed in 2022, was heard by all seven judges of the WBAT sitting in plenary session at oral proceedings on 7 April 2026. Although the Applicant did not ultimately succeed in her claim,…
News 11 Sep, 2026
Joshua Hitchens appeared for the Solicitors Regulation Authority in Solicitors Regulation Authority Ltd v Abhishek Kumar (Case No. 12884-2026), the first case before the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal concerning a lawyer’s use of artificial intelligence and large language models in legal proceedings. The Tribunal heard the matter on 29 July 2026 and handed down judgment on 25 August 2026. Background The proceedings began as a conviction case. The SRA alleged that the Respondent had knowingly employed an adult disqualified from employment by reason of his immigration status, contrary to section 21 of the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, for which he had been convicted in January 2024 and sentenced to a 12-month community order. While defending those proceedings, the Respondent filed…
News 8 Sep, 2026
Elaine Palser, instructed by RPC, acted successfully for the respondent in the recent High Court decision of Francis v Silver Law LLP [2026] EWHC 2191 (Ch). The applicants applied for a direction to extend the limitation period for bringing professional negligence claims against the respondent. The application was made under s.1032(3) of the Companies Act 2006 which says: “The court may give such directions and make such provision as seems just for placing the company and all other persons in the same position (as nearly as may be) as if the company had not been dissolved or struck off the register”. The court summarised the key principles that apply to such applications: The court’s power is exercisable only where the dissolution…
News 8 Sep, 2026
Sapan Maini-Thompson has acted successfully for the former Deputy National Secretary of the Police Federation, Gemma Fox, to establish the jurisdiction of the Employment Tribunal over her claims for whistleblowing detriment, sex discrimination and harassment. As the Claimant is an elected official lacking worker status, the primary dispute before the Tribunal was whether she is in a position “analogous” to a ‘limb b’ worker under the Employment Rights Act and, if so, whether it would amount to a discriminatory breach of her right to free speech under the ECHR to deny her whistleblowing protections. The Respondent argued the Claimant was in a position analogous to a secondee (deployed from the City of London police force) and therefore she was barred…
News 2 Sep, 2026
The DIFC Court of Appeal has today allowed the appeal in Khaled Al Mheiri v John Cameron [CA 008/2025], setting aside the dismissal of Mr Al Mheiri’s claim under a contractual indemnity, and giving authoritative guidance on the findings a court must make before a contract can be cancelled for deceit under Articles 185 to 187 of the UAE Civil Code. The question whether the indemnity can be set aside for deceit or mistake will now be retried before a differently constituted Court of First Instance. Background Mr Al Mheiri, a prominent Emirati businessman, was one of a group of investors in two Gulf industrial companies. His co-investors included Mr Cameron, as well as a member of the ruling family…
News 2 Sep, 2026
We are delighted to announce that Amelia Clegg has joined our Business Crime, Regulation & Sanctions Team. Amelia is a dual-qualified New York attorney and barrister specialising in business crime, sanctions and regulatory law. Having practised as a self-employed and employed barrister, and on both sides of the Atlantic, Amelia brings an unusually broad span of experience to her practice. Amelia’s exposure to oral and written advocacy in New York and London have honed her skills and make her an exceptionally creative, flexible and robust advocate. Her transatlantic experience also makes her invaluable in cross border cases and in advising professional and lay clients from the United States. Amelia began her career as a criminal barrister at 23 Essex Street…
News 1 Sep, 2026
Outer Temple Chambers are delighted to have taken on new pupils Jesse Mattinson and Alex Illsley, who commenced their pupillage with us on 1st September 2026. We are pleased to welcome new pupils Jesse and Alex to our set. We are sure that they will gain excellent experience and thrive during their pupillage at Outer Temple Chambers. Find out more on our new pupils below. Head of Pupillage Head of Pupillage, Saul Margo says “We are delighted to welcome Jesse and Alex to Chambers. They overcame stiff competition to obtain pupillage at OTC and we look forward to being part of what is hopefully a successful and enjoyable year ahead.” Jesse Mattinson Before commencing pupillage, Jesse worked as a legal assistant at an American…
News 1 Sep, 2026
Ahmed Elhusseiny (instructed by DLA Piper) appeared for the Respondent in this application for pre-action disclosure in the Business and Property Courts. This case gave rise to a novel issue not previously addressed in the authorities: what is the proper approach to pre-action disclosure where the Respondent says that, should substantive proceedings be issued, they are liable to be stayed or struck out on forum non conveniens grounds. In particular, is what is the threshold for the court’s jurisdiction being engaged where the substantive dispute is one which would fall outside the English court’s jurisdiction. The case arose out of the alleged collapse of a USD 6 million investment in an ADGM-incorporated commodities vehicle, with the Applicants pursuing allegations of…
News 24 Aug, 2026
Outer Temple Chambers have received three nominations at the 2026 UK Bar Awards, hosted by Chambers & Partners. We are delighted to share that we have received a set nomination and two individual nominations. The nominations are as follows: Client Service Set of the Year – Outer Temple Chambers Health & Safety Silk of the Year – James Leonard KC Sports Junior of the Year – Louis Weston Congratulations to everyone in chambers, and to James and Louis for their personal recognition. The UK Bar Awards 2026 will take place on 12th November 2026 at Old Billingsgate. The full list of nominations can be viewed here. Find out more James Leonard KC specialises predominantly in Health, Safety & Environmental Law including marine based work…
News 14 Aug, 2026
Emman Kaur Bhangu has been successful at a public preliminary hearing for her claimant client in Sabir v The Government of the United Arab Emirates. In August 2026, Emman Bhangu, acted as counsel in Sabir v The Government of the United Arab Emirates (Case No. 2201882/2024) at the Central London Employment Tribunal. Her claimant client, a Medical Co-ordinator employed at the UAE Embassy’s Dubai Health Authority (London) function, brought claims of unfair dismissal, disability discrimination, and failure to pay a redundancy payment and holiday pay. The UAE Government asserted state immunity under the State Immunity Act 1978. At a Public Preliminary Hearing before Employment Judge Brown, Emman successfully established that state immunity did not bar the claimant’s claims. The Tribunal accepted…
News 12 Aug, 2026
We are delighted to announce that Rory Gordon has joined Outer Temple’s Business Crime, Regulation & Sanctions team. Rory practises across Business Crime, Regulation & Sanctions, Commercial Litigation, FinTech & Digital Assets, Health, Safety & Environment, and Disciplinary & Regulatory Services. His expertise in these areas provide a unique advantage for clients where legal, regulatory and commercial considerations overlap. He acts for individuals, companies and government agencies in commercial, civil, criminal and regulatory matters, including investigations, disputes and contested proceedings. His experience of criminal and regulatory litigation gives him particular strength in advocacy and the conduct of contested proceedings, while his wider practice enables him to approach matters with an understanding of their broader context. He also has particular expertise in crypto-assets and the tracing…
News 12 Aug, 2026
We are delighted to announce that Grace Nicholls will be joining our successful employment team at Outer Temple Chambers. Grace is an experienced Employment Law barrister instructed by Claimants and Respondents across all areas of employment law. Her practice encompasses drafting pleadings, appearances at closed and open preliminary hearings including on substantive issues of strike out, time and disability status, final hearings and appeals. Described as “thorough and meticulous”, an “impressive junior” and a “superb advocate” by the directories, she brings with her a wealth of experience that is certain to add to, and complement, chambers specialist employment team. Practice Director, Nick Levett adds “we are delighted to welcome Grace to our employment law team. Her exceptional track record in…
News 10 Aug, 2026
