Latest News
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We are pleased to announce that 3PB (3 Paper Buildings) have been awarded with a Wellbeing Certificate of Recognition by the Bar Council. The certificates are awarded to recognise the exceptional dedication to improve wellbeing at the Bar, acknowledging the huge effort across the profession to support the wellbeing of barristers, clerks and chambers’ staff; with the Bar Council's feedback that: “3PB Chambers’ continuous work and dedication to wellbeing is very impressive.” A member of...
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3PB’s property barristers, Charles Irvine and Rachel Bale, have written an article titled ‘Sign Here (Sort Of): What Hudson v Hathway Really Settled for Constructive Trusts — and What It Didn't'. They discuss the recent decision of Reid-Roberts v Mei-Lin [2026] EWHC 49 (Ch) which provides a helpful gloss on the Court of Appeal case of Hudson v Hathway [2022] EWCA Civ 1648. Hathway clarified the requirements for creating a constructive trust through a post-acquisition...
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3PB Barristers Practice Director, Sam Collins, has been shortlisted as a finalist for Clerk of the Year 2026 on behalf of the Worcestershire Law Society. The judging panel will consist of Kate Collins (President of Worcestershire Law Society), Suzi Lane (Company Director, Bespoke Advice Ltd), James Oakley (Bespoke Advice Ltd, Brody Swain) and a representative from Worcestershire Law School. The winner will be announced at the Legal Awards Annual Dinner on Friday 18th September at...
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3PB barrister Emma McIlveen BL (pictured here), writes about the new breed of platform, which is quietly reshaping employment tribunal practice. Grapple Law, marketed as an AI-powered legal platform for individuals and small businesses, allows users to generate ET1 claims, draft legal letters, and respond to disputes without instructing a solicitor. It is slick, it is accessible, and it is entirely unregulated. For respondent solicitors, it raises an immediate and practical question: how do you...
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Events & Seminars
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In-Person
Family Law Non-Court Dispute Resolution Event
Date: Wednesday 23rd Sep 2026 Time: 1:30 pm - 6:30 pm Venue: The Alan Hotel, Manchester Using practical scenarios, we will guide you through the different steps and stages of NCDR for both financial remedies and private law children matters. This free event will bring together a programme of experienced practitioners, who will provide practical hints and tips throughout with a focus on the types of cases and situations you face regularly in your every day practice. We will hear from 3PB's leading family law specialists in Non-Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR)…
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In-Person
Construction Law Seminar 2026
Date: Thursday 15th Oct 2026 Time: 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Venue: National Liberal Club, London Join us for 3PB's 23rd Annual Construction Law Seminar, this year taking place on Thursday 15 October at London's prestigious National Liberal Club. The speakers at this year's seminar will be David Parratt KC, John Jessup and Rob Dawson. The session will be chaired by Head of 3PB's Construction and Engineering Team, James Davison. Further information on topics to be announced in the coming weeks. The event will conclude with a networking drinks reception. The…
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In-Person
3PB Family Public Law Conference
Date: Thursday 12th Nov 2026 Time: 8:45 am - 4:00 pm Venue: The Harbour Hotel, Southampton, SO14 3QT 3PB's Family Law Group presents our Annual Public Law Conference on Thursday 12 November 2026, 8:45am - 4pm at The Harbour Hotel, Southampton. We are delighted to announce that conference will welcome Baker LJ as our keynote speaker. Baker LJ and members of the senior local judiciary will also take part in a panel discussion on the day. Chaired by 3PB's Lucy Hendry KC, this year's conference will include talks from legal and sector experts on the following topics: Intermediaries:…
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Hybrid
Pupillage Open Evening 2026
Dates: 17th Nov (5:30 pm - 8:00 pm) 19th Nov (5:30 pm - 8:00 pm) Venue: London | Birmingham | Bristol | Zoom SAVE THE DATE! Join us for our annual pupillage open evening to learn about pupillage opportunities at one of the UK's largest chambers! Bristol and Zoom - Tuesday 17 November 2026 London and Birmingham - Thursday 19 November 2026 3PB offers the chance for pupils to experience many different areas of law across our seven national locations. During the evening, you will have the chance to find out about pupillage at 3PB and hear what…
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