I'm delighted to bring you our latest edition of Inside Disputes, showcasing the depth and diversity of expertise across the Mishcon de Reya Disputes team.
This edition takes a look at key legislative reforms, from the arrival of the Renters' Rights Act 2025 which will fundamentally overhaul the UK private rented sector, through to the Government's confirmation that it intends to introduce legislation to reverse the PACCAR decision concerning the enforceability of litigation funding agreements.
Going beyond the domestic, we also examine the implications of China's new arbitration law, which takes effect in March 2026, and consider the developing international sanctions landscape amidst mounting geopolitical tensions.
Meanwhile technology and digital disruption remain top of the agenda, from the threats posed by synthetic identity fraud and deepfakes and what can be done if you are affected, to the implications of technology on privacy and the latest decisions on Google's liability for competition law infringements in the online search market.
Our programme of dedicated events continues in March with our next Disputes Essentials Breakfast Seminar, where our panel of legal experts will explore the practical side of dealing with supply chain related disputes. Please do join us and sign up.
And I couldn't sign off without congratulating our newly elected Managing Partner, Daniel Naftalin, who will take over from James Libson this summer and who I know will champion the continued growth and success of our Disputes practice, alongside executive partners Johanna Walsh and Daniel Levy, who will be continuing with their client work in addition to taking up the post.
Hugo Plowman, Chair of Dispute Resolution