Compliance/Litigation

The shock of the lockdown brought an end to legal life as we knew it, but over the following weeks, we have gradually begun to move towards a “new normal”. This new way of working depends in large measure on the use of various forms of videoconferencing, using a variety of platforms.

As we get used to them, we become increasingly comfortable with using them, but do we give a moment's thought to the risks and dangers of using different platforms? Are they GDPR compliant? Are clients being unwittingly deprived of their ECHR article 6 right to a fair trial? Are there concerns with respect to Legal Professional Privilege? What is the Microsoft warrant case, the US CLOUD Act, and the EU/US privacy shield, and why should we care?

The topics to be covered in this seminar include:

An overview of electronic proceedings in Scotland and England

Participating in a remote Court hearing

Running Consultations

Is it possible effectively to use electronic platforms for Mediations?

Article 6 rights in relation to remote hearings

GDPR compliance and the preservation of Legal Professional Privilege.

Pitfalls and Traps for the unwary

The known and the unknown unknowns.

The seminar will be as interactive as possible, and will involve not only the broad overview, but also a consideration of the Terms and Conditions of a number of popular platforms, with hints and tips on how to run a remote Consultation.

The event begins at 2pm. Delegate registration is open from 1:30pm.