<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Parklane Plowden Chambers is pleased to announce and celebrate the publication of two significant new works by Professor Jo Delahunty KC, one of the UK’s leading family silks and an unwavering advocate for access to justice, legal aid and equality and inclusion in the legal profession.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Please join us for an evening marking the launch of:<br>‘We Set the Bar’</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Thursday, 14^th May 2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>6:00pm - 8:30pm</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The University of Law, Leeds, LS1 5HD</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If you would like to book a place, email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:events@parklaneplowden.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">events@parklaneplowden.co.uk</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Released 31st March 2026 in the UK and 24th April in USA/Australia and Europe, published by Bristol University Press. In her trademark outspoken style, Jo reveals what life at the legal aid Bar involves and identifies what can be done to change its culture and image for the better, reshaping the traditional image of a barrister in terms of the diverse profession it should be. Jo talks frankly about the personal and professional cost exacted by front line legal aid work and why it is, none the less, the work that inspires her and why it matters to so many - We Set The Bar is a book to read, then act on.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/we-set-the-bar">https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/we-set-the-bar</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Domestic Abuse and the Family Justice System. Published by Bloomsbury Professional, Co-Written with Ian McArdle, Michelle Heeley KC and Chloe Ashley with Anita Metha as guest contributor . It is a non-nonsense , authoritative deconstruction of every stage of domestic abuse cases within the family justice system. It pinpoints pitfalls and gives tool to avoid them and to improve practice. Its premise is we need to do better for more. This book serves as an essential resource for practitioners, judges, and all working in family justice.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.bloomsburyprofessional.com/uk/domestic-abuse-and-the-family-justice-system-9781526527714">https://www.bloomsburyprofessional.com/uk/domestic-abuse-and-the-family-justice-system-9781526527714</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Event Reminder: Public &amp; Private Law Family Seminar and Social in Teesside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Parklane Plowden Chambers’ Public &amp; Private Law Family Team are delighted to invite professionals to an evening for a series of focused seminar sessions regarding public and private law in family proceedings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The seminar sessions will cover recent developments and practical considerations for practitioners. After the seminars, we would be delighted if you would join us for snacks and refreshments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Date: Wednesday, 18 March 2026</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Venue: Leonardo Hotel, Fry Street, Middlesbrough, TS1 1JH</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Programme &amp; Speakers:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>16:15 - Welcome&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>16:30 - Philippa Wordsworth</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>16:50 - Charlotte Wilce</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>17:10 - Emily Chipchase and Rachel Carter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>17:30 - Networking</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If you’d like to attend or require further information, please get in touch at <a href="Mailto:events@parklaneplowden.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">events@parklaneplowden.co.uk</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We look forward to seeing you there!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Parklane Plowden Chambers is pleased to invite you to our next Law with Lunch session. This edition will offer a focused update on Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury delivered by Stuart Jamieson</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Join us for an informative and engaging session designed for professionals who want to stay current with key developments and practical insights in these areas of law.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DATE:&nbsp;Thursday 26 March 2026</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>TIME:&nbsp;12:30 PM to 1:30 PM</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Location: Microsoft Teams</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If you would like to book a place, email <a href="mailto:events@parklaneplowden.co.uk">events@parklaneplowden.co.uk</a> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Join Parklane Plowden Chambers’ Family Finance and Private Children Team for a relaxed and insightful&nbsp;<strong>Private Client Wine‑Tasting Evening</strong>&nbsp;in the heart of Harrogate.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Date:</strong>&nbsp;Thursday, 26 February 2026<br><strong>Venue:</strong>&nbsp;Williams &amp; Victoria,&nbsp;6 Cold Bath Road, Harrogate, HG2 0NA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This exclusive event brings together professionals working across family finance and private law children matters for an evening of informal networking, conversation, and expertly guided wine tasting.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Programme</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>6:00pm – Arrival</strong></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>7:00pm – Wine Tasting</strong></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>8:30pm – Close</strong></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Canapes will be served throughout the evening.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We look forward to welcoming you for an enjoyable and informative event.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>For queries, please contact: <strong><a href="mailto:events@parklaneplowden.co.uk">events@parklaneplowden.co.uk</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sintons and Parklane Plowden present....&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The presumption of parental involvement in children law: reflections on the possibility of a new era of children law</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Speakers:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>17:15&nbsp;- Julia Nelson, Parklane Plowden&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>‘The presumption of contact with both parents: background and reflections on the current system’</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>17:30&nbsp;- Alex Taylor, Parklane Plowden&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>‘The presumption of contact: would a change in the law result in different outcomes for children and families?’</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>17:45&nbsp;- Katherine Goss, Parklane Plowden&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>‘The presumption of contact: reflections and the power of s91(14) in extreme cases’</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>18:00&nbsp;- Scott Halliday, Sintons</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>‘Presumptions of contact, patterns of behaviour and domestic abuse’</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>18:15&nbsp;- Finish / Networking</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Date of event: 12th March 2026</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Time: 5:00pm - 6:45pm</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Venue:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Cube</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Barrack Road</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Newcastle upon Tyne</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>NE4 6DB</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>RSVP:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="mailto:peter.jennings@sintons.co.uk">peter.jennings@sintons.co.uk</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>0191 226 7907</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The next webinar in our ‘Law with Lunch’ series of bitesize, lunchtime talks covering legal issues of the moment is not to be missed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tuesday 10th February 2026 | 12:30 – 13:30</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Expert evidence is often central to the findings and direction of an inquest. In this focused lunchtime session, Bronia Hartley will explore best practice in obtaining, presenting and challenging expert opinion. The seminar will cover common pitfalls, effective preparation, and practical guidance for ensuring expert evidence is used to its fullest potential.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Register via Teams here: <a href="https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/d49fbdc2-2e3c-4f4b-9ee0-643a6cb72da8@74f7d406-fa82-40a5-b607-8370c07b24d6" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Inquest Law with Lunch | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Warm up your morning this Valentine’s season! Join us for our first coffee morning of 2026 in the Leeds Barristers Lounge, where you can enjoy fresh coffee, tea, and a light breakfast. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It’s the perfect chance to meet and catch up with our Chancery and Commercial specialists in a relaxed setting.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If you would like to attend, please email <a href="events@parklaneplowden.co.uk"><strong>events@parklaneplowden.co.uk</strong>.</a> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Take part in an engaging online seminar with our public law specialists, as they unpack the latest updates in public law.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>15:00 - 15:30: Maxine Best &amp; Chloe Branton - A 2025 round-up</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>15:30 - 16:00: Alex Taylor &amp; Naakesha Michl - Checklists</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>16:00 - 16:30: Break</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>16:30 - 17:00: Louise McCallum - Assessment of risks</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>17:00 - 17:30: Shabab Rizvi &amp; Avaia Williams – Removal, A Human Rights Refresher</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The seminar will take place via Microsoft Teams -&nbsp;<a href="https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/274a7b79-29a9-4429-b10e-a4f5f6e5efef@74f7d406-fa82-40a5-b607-8370c07b24d6" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">register your attendance here.</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sophie Watson and Georgia Banks will be presenting an online seminar covering the most recent shifts in personal injury case law, ensuring practitioners stay current with key legal developments and will discuss various sub-categories of personal injury, fundamental dishonesty, and procedure. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The seminar will be delivered remotely via Microsoft Teams. <a href="https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/d0e16bb0-222b-42b3-bb78-8f2b41b381d1@74f7d406-fa82-40a5-b607-8370c07b24d6">Please register to attend here</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are pleased to host two pupillage open evenings in Chambers in both Leeds and Newcastle.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Leeds event will be held on Tuesday 9th December 2025 starting at 6pm.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Newcastle event will be held on Thursday 11th December starting at 6pm.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These are informal events providing a chance to meet some of our current pupils and members, have a look around the building and listen to a few short presentations about the pupillages we have an offer, our different practice areas as well as our selection process and how best to approach it.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If you would like to attend, please RSVP to <a href="mailto:events@parklaneplowden.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">events@parklaneplowden.co.uk</a>&nbsp;with any allergies by Tuesday 2nd December 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>For more information about pupillage within Chambers, you can visit our <a href="https://www.parklaneplowden.co.uk/pupillages/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pupillage Page</a>&nbsp;on our website and have a read of our Pupillage Training Programme, available <a href="https://www.parklaneplowden.co.uk/app/uploads/2025/11/Pupillage-Training-Programme-Sept-25.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->