Introduction to tribunal representation

Presented as part of the Advocacy and public law in the tribunals series.

Anyone booking for the specific tribunal webinars in the series is automatically enrolled on this introductory course for free, though attendance is not mandatory. You can also book this introductory course alone at a reduced rate.

Wednesday 3 June, 14:00-16:00

Introduction: Public law and the tribunals

Where do tribunals fit within the public law system of remedies, and why is this important?

• Victoria Pogge von Strandmann, Public Law Project

Part 1: Introduction to tribunal representation

Our opening session covers some basics of tribunal housekeeping such as understanding the bundle and keeping all your paperwork together, and advocacy tips on using additional evidence, avoiding repetition and what to consider when discussing cases with clients. Our speakers will also address the use of AI by appellants.

• Chair: Victoria Pogge von Strandmann, Public Law Project
• Emma Baldwin and Brandi Amiss-Towler, Free Representation Unit (FRU)

Part 2: Life jackets and hard hats

Comparing appellant and representative experiences in Social Security and SEND appeals in the first tier tribunal.

• Shirley Hayes, National Deaf Children’s Society (NDCS)
• Alex Radcliffe, Cooley LLP

Break

Part 3: Panel of experts

Our panel of experts provide their own thoughts and perspectives on successful advocacy and enablers and barriers to the use of the tribunals.  They will also answer questions from the audience.

• Chair: Millie Hawes, Disability Qualified Tribunal Member (DQTM), First-Tier Tribunal (Social Entitlement Chamber)
• Judge Noel Arnold, District Tribunal Judge (DTJ), First-Tier Tribunal (Social Entitlement Chamber), Social Security and Child Support
• Judge Faridah Eden, Tribunal Judge, First-Tier Tribunal (Health, Education & Social Care Chamber)
• Dr Jo Hynes, University of Glasgow

Ticket pricing
These tickets are just for the introductory session, and at a reduced price than tickets for the individual tribunal webinars.  If you book any of the tribunals webinars you are automatically enrolled in this webinar for free!

• Standard: £50 – For those working in public bodies and private practice
• Discounted: £40 – For those working in charities, or are trainees or pupils
• Contributory / Student ticket: £20 – For those working in small organisations with very little or no training budget, or those with limited resources but wish to contribute, and full time students.
• Free tickets – If you do no have a training budget or are applying independently and are unable to pay, please email a brief explanation to [email protected] to request a free ticket.
  Please note that PLP is a charity and relies on income from events as part of its funding, so we kindly ask that you purchase a ticket if you are able to do so.