Mitchell sanctions damaging to litigation – Society

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Consideration for one’s opponent is being seen as a fool’s luxury as there is much to be gained by being awkward, pedantic and opportunistic,’ he said.
Friston said there is ‘unease’ about Mitchell as many senior practitioners take the view the test in the case ‘is not correct’ when viewed together with the Jackson reforms, which place a greater emphasis on individual fairness

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Re: Mitchell sanctions damaging to litigation – Society

Haha! While I definitely agree with the articles viewpoint on the damage to 'civility' in litigation.........I can't deny that Mitchell has been the 'gift that keeps on giving' when involved in litigation against banks and debt purchasers!!