A new Business and Property Division is set to be introduced to the High Court of England and Wales, representing a significant step in modernising the court system and improving access to justice.
The reform will bring together a range of specialist courts into a single, unified structure, making it easier for users to navigate what has historically been a complex system. More detail on the development is covered in The Law Society Gazette.
A Simpler, More Accessible System
By consolidating business and property-related jurisdictions into one division, the changes aim to provide greater clarity over where cases should be issued and how they are managed. This streamlined approach is intended to make the system more user-friendly and reduce unnecessary complexity.
Improving Efficiency
The new structure will also allow for more flexible deployment of judges and better case allocation, helping to improve efficiency and reduce delays across the courts.
Expert Insight
Senior Consultant Faye Moore, speaking to The Law Society Gazette, noted that the change to the court structure should help simplify the process for filing claims, which is currently complicated by a historic structure linked to the separation of legal and equitable claims, helping to preserve the reputation of England and Wales as an excellent centre for dispute resolution.
Looking Ahead
Expected to come into force in the next legal year, the new division reflects a broader effort to modernise civil justice and ensure it remains clear, efficient and accessible for all users.
You can read the full article in The Law Society Gazette here:
👉 https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/news-focus/in-depth-new-high-court-division-aims-to-boost-accessibility-of-justice/5126990.article
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