Specific disclosure

An application for specific disclosure can be made if a party considers that the disclosure it has received is 'inadequate'.

An order for specific disclosure under CPR 31.12(2) is an order that a party must disclose documents or classes of documents specified in the order, and/or carry out a search to the extent stated in the order, and/or disclose any documents located as a result of that

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Law Society publishes final report on civil justice reform with six key recommendations

The Law Society of England and Wales has published its final report from the 21st Century Justice Project, which was initiated in 2022 to explore reforms aimed at improving access to civil justice. The report outlines six key recommendations designed to modernise the system and address longstanding barriers, particularly for individuals on lower incomes and for small businesses. The Law Society calls for the creation of a single, trusted online platform to guide users through legal issues and proposes the establishment of an online dispute resolution ombudsman. It also urges the government to embrace technology-enabled justice—ensuring ethical oversight of artificial intelligence (AI) in legal services—and to foster collaboration between legal professionals and technology providers. A central recommendation is the reform of civil legal aid, which the Law Society describes as underfunded and strained. The report advocates for inflation-linked fee increases, simplified processes and improved trust between the Legal Aid Agency and practitioners. It also highlights the potential of ombudsman schemes to resolve disputes more efficiently, recommending that the sector be rationalised to improve user navigation and effectiveness. Furthermore, the Law Society addresses the increasing use of unbundled legal services by suggesting that clearer guidance and enhanced data collection are needed to manage associated risks. It recommends increasing awareness and usage of legal expenses insurance by encouraging solicitors to routinely verify whether clients hold such policies.

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