Publications

25 March 2026

Encroachment – adverse possession by long leaseholders

Max Thorowgood discusses a familiar scenario: a long leaseholder takes possession of some loft space, a balcony or a roof terrace. It is outside their demise. But it is only accessible from their demised premises. It seems ‘obvious’ that in such a case, provided the lessee remains in possession for sufficient time to bar the landlord from taking proceedings to eject them, that the lessee should acquire title to the ‘adversely possessed’ land. Needless to say, the position is not that straightforward.

16 March 2026

Christopher Stirling discusses “The lesser known ‘acquisition constructive trust’ after Khan v Khan [2025] EWCA Civ 1436 and why financial remedy lawyers need to know about it”

Financial Remedies Journal (FRJ) has published Christopher Stirling's article 'The lesser known 'acquisition constructive trust' after Khan v Khan [2025] EWCA Civ 1436'. He highlights significant points for financial remedy and property lawyers more generally to know about.

03 March 2026

LexisNexis publishes Genevieve Screeche-Powell’s analysis of R(Luton Landlords & Letting Agents Ltd) v Luton Borough Council – standing needed to bring a judicial review

LexisNexis UK has published Genevieve Screeche-Powell's analysis of R (Luton Landlords & Letting Agents Ltd) v Luton Borough Council [2026] EWCA Civ 35. The case contains a helpful review of the meaning of 'sufficient interest' to bring a judicial review claim.

23 February 2026

Family law week judgment summary: Jessica Bradley v CM & Ors [2026] EWHC 125 (Fam)

Pupil barrister Robert Sharp summarises a judgment for Family Law Week concerning a journalist's request for access to expert consultant clinical psychologist evidence in 4 private children law disputes.

11 February 2026

The Renters’ Rights Act – when does it all start?

Much has been and will continue to be written about the Renters Rights Act, the most radical change in residential landlord and tenant law in a generation. But Jonathan Pennington Legh sets out the key dates for landlord and tenant advisers to be aware of

09 February 2026

Christopher Stirling writes for the Financial Remedies Journal: Reid-Roberts & Ors v Mei-Lin & Gudmundson [2026]

Christopher Stirling has written an analysis of Reid-Roberts & Ors v Mei-Lin & Gudmundson [2026] EWHC 49 (Ch) for Financial Remedies Journal - summarising the key takeaways from the judgment.

06 February 2026

Open Justice Court of Protection Project publishes Robert Sharp’s summary of how appeals work in Court of Protection proceedings

Our pupil barrister Robert Sharp has written a summary for Open Justice Court of Protection Project on appeals in the Court of Protection.

15 December 2025

How do courts approach appeals in care proceedings: a practical guide for parents, local authorities and guardians

Jonathan Cowen and Andrew Burrell consider the courts' approach to appeals against a decision to take a child into care and review related judgments. They highlight key issues for guardians, parents and local authorities to be aware of.