<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The North Eastern Circuit Women’s Forum is holding a breakfast meeting at 8.30am on Tuesday 4th March at Parklane Plowden Chambers to mark International Women’s Day 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Guest speaker, Nikki Alderson, will deliver a keynote speech on “Breaking Barriers to being your Best” which focuses on mindset / resilience and confidence, and shares practical coaching strategies to empower participants to break barriers to becoming their best at work and beyond.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Please see below for further information and use the link here to book your place:</em> <em><a href="http://www.northeasterncircuit.co.uk/events/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>www.northeasterncircuit.co.uk/events/</strong></a></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Join three members of Parklane Plowden Chambers as they share their knowledge on Property Law.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harrogate &amp; District Law Society is holding a talk at the Cedar Court Hotel, where <a href="https://parklaneplowden.co.uk/our-barristers/adam-gould/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Adam Gould</a> will be speaking on the Art of Litigation, <a href="https://www.parklaneplowden.co.uk/our-barristers/sean-kelly/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sean Kelly</a> on Partnership Property, and <a href="https://www.parklaneplowden.co.uk/our-barristers/dominic-crossley/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dominic Crossley</a> on Proprietary Estoppel.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Come along and expand your knowledge in a friendly and welcoming environment. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to engage with like-minded individuals and gain valuable insights.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Date:</strong> Tuesday, March 18^th, 2025</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Time: </strong>3 – 5pm</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Location: </strong>Cedar Court Hotel, Park Parade, Harrogate, HG1 5AH</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Cost: </strong>£10.00 and £20.00 for non-members</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>How to book your place:</strong> Please book using the Eventbrite link below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/harrogate-district-law-society-property-talk-tickets-1236176740909?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Harrogate &amp; District Law Society Property Law Talk</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Join us on the 13th of February for coffee, tea, a light breakfast and a chance to meet and catch up with our Chancery, Commercial and Private Finance team at our first coffee morning of 2025!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Drop in anytime between 8am - 9am.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This event is free of charge - if you would like to attend, please contact us at <a href="mailto:events@parklaneplowden.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">events@parklaneplowden.co.uk</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We look forward to seeing you!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Thursday, 13th February 2025<br>8am - 9am<br>Parklane Plowden Chambers,<br>19 Westgate,<br>Leeds,<br>LS1 2RD</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>PLP's Family Team are hosting a hybrid training seminar, taking place both in chambers and online, on 30th January at 4:30pm, in association with <a href="https://www.ourfamilywizard.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">OurFamilyWizard</a>, the global co-parenting platform.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The event will cover OurFamilyWizard's parenting app, including the features of the app, new additions to the app such as recording phone calls, and information about the scheme OurFamilyWizard run which enables clients with certain financial needs to obtain the app, with full features, for free.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Following the training there will be a Q&amp;A and general discussion.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Light snacks and refreshments will be served for those attending in person; for those attending remotely the link will be sent out closer to the date.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If you would like to attend, please contact <a href="mailto:events@parklaneplowden.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">events@parklaneplowden.co.uk</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are pleased to be hosting a pupillage open evening on Wednesday 22^nd January 2025 in our Newcastle Chambers starting at 6pm.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This is an informal event 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 on 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> by 21^st January 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>For more information about pupillages within Chambers, see our Pupillage Guide available <a href="https://www.parklaneplowden.co.uk/app/uploads/2024/11/Pupillage-Guide-2024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a> and our Pupillage Training Programme, available <a href="https://www.parklaneplowden.co.uk/app/uploads/2024/11/Pupillage-Training-Programme-Nov-24.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>. You can also visit our <a href="https://www.parklaneplowden.co.uk/pupillages/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pupillage Page</a> on the website.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Join three members of Parklane Plowden Chambers as they share their knowledge on Family Finance Law.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harrogate &amp; District Law Society is holding a talk at the Cedar Court Hotel, where <a href="https://www.parklaneplowden.co.uk/our-barristers/naomi-hartridge/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Naomi Hartridge</a> will be speaking on Conduct in Financial Remedy Proceedings, <a href="https://www.parklaneplowden.co.uk/our-barristers/paul-edwards/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Paul Edwards</a> on Pre and Post Nuptual Agreements, and <a href="https://www.parklaneplowden.co.uk/our-barristers/giorgia-sessi/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Giorgia Sessi</a> on Enforcement of Financial Remedy Orders.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Come along and expand your knowledge in a friendly and welcoming environment. Don't miss out on this opportunity to engage with like-minded individuals and gain valuable insights.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Date:</strong> Tuesday, January 21, 2025</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Time:</strong> 3 - 5pm</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Location: </strong><a href="https://cedarcourthotels.co.uk/hotels/harrogate/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cedar Court Hotel</a>, Park Parade, Harrogate, HG1 5AH</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Cost: </strong>£10.00 and £20.00 for non-members</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>How to book your place: </strong>Please book using the Eventbrite link below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/harrogate-district-law-society-family-finance-talk-tickets-1110364613449?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Harrogate &amp; District Law Society Family Finance Talk</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><strong>Please note that this event has now reached capacity - if you would like to be added to the reserve list, please contact </strong></em><strong><em>our events team at <a href="mailto:events@parklaneplowden.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">events@parklaneplowden.co.uk</a></em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Join our specialist barristers at the PLP Agriculture Conference to be held at the Queens Hotel on Thursday, 13th March. This event will be of interest to all professionals advising farmers and it is particularly topical given the challenges currently facing agriculture following the Budget.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Our speakers will include <a href="https://www.muckle-llp.com/our-people/david-towns/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">David J. Towns</a> of Muckles who is a leading solicitor advising in the agricultural sector.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Programme</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --><!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>12:00 - 13:15: Registration and lunch<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>13:15 - 13:30: Welcome<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>13:30 - 14:00: Sarah Harrison <br><em>APR and BPR</em><br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>14:00 - 14:30: David J. Towns <br><em>Challenges Facing Farming</em><br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>14:30 - 15:00: Sean Kelly <br><em>Agricultural Partnerships</em><br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>15:00 - 15:30: Tea Break<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>15:30 - 16:00: Greg Pipe <em><br>Agricultural Companies</em><br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>16:00 - 16:30: Julia Nelson <br><em>Farmers and Divorce</em><br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>16:30 onward: Networking and Drinks</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The price per delegate is £75.00 + VAT and includes lunch, afternoon refreshments and a post-conference drinks reception.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If you would like to attend this event, please contact our events team at <a href="mailto:events@parklaneplowden.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">events@parklaneplowden.co.uk</a> to register.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The British Orthopaedic Trainees Association’s (BOTA) flagship event is taking place from the 26th – 29th November at the Edwardian Hotel, Manchester.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Leila is leading the medico-legal session on 28^th November on Inquests and Coroner’s Court and running a Mock Inquest for delegates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Leila is Head of the Inquests Team at Parklane Plowden Chambers and is ranked as a leading junior in Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for Clinical Negligence and Inquests and Inquiries. Her full profile can be accessed <a href="https://www.parklaneplowden.co.uk/barristers/leila-benyounes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are pleased to be hosting a pupillage open evening on Tuesday 10^th&nbsp;December 2024 in our Leeds Chambers starting at 6pm.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This is an informal event 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> by 4^th December 2024.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>For more information about pupillages within Chambers, see our Pupillage Guide available <a href="https://www.parklaneplowden.co.uk/app/uploads/2023/12/Pupillage-Guide-2023.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a> and our Pupillage Training Programme, available <a href="https://www.parklaneplowden.co.uk/app/uploads/2023/12/Pupillage-Training-Programme-Dec-2023.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>. You can also visit our <a href="https://www.parklaneplowden.co.uk/pupillages/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pupillage Page</a> on the website.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Join our Commercial team for a PLP Commercial Law with Lunch. The seminar will take place in our Leeds office with sandwiches and refreshments on arrival.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Members of our specialist Commercial team will discuss the topics below. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Programme</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>12:00 - Registration and Sandwiches</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>12:30 - <a href="https://www.parklaneplowden.co.uk/our-barristers/adam-gould/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Adam Gould</a> - <em>The Fine Line Between Competition and Catastrophe: Understanding Economic Torts</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>13:00 - <a href="https://www.parklaneplowden.co.uk/our-barristers/bryan-patterson-whitaker/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bryan Patterson-Whitaker</a> - <em>Sealing the Deal; Mastering Compromise Agreements</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>13:30 - Close</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Please email <a href="mailto:events@parklaneplowden.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">events@parklaneplowden.co.uk</a> to register.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->