FortyTwo Talks

Join Charlotte McDonald and Tom Gilchrist as they discuss the issue of non-financial misconduct, with a spotlight on the recent case of Y v Z [2025] EWFC 221. During this episode, Tom and Charlotte share their tips and tricks on how to case manage conduct cases, as well as dealing with clients.

As the Employment Rights Bill edges closer to gaining Royal Assent, Jamie Fireman and Alex Adamou discuss some of the key changes to employment law that are on the horizon and how the landscape is likely to change for employees, employers and those involved with employment tribunal work.

42BR’s Paul Fuller and Tom Gilchrist discuss issues relating to claims under the Trust of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 founded on common intention constructive trust, including factors relevant to the courts’ determination of beneficial ownership and beneficial shares, and the need for detrimental reliance.

Join Michael and Alex as they explore the scope of the court’s discretion under section 14 of TOLATA, with a particular focus on so-called ‘Bagum Orders’. In this episode, they break down the key judgments in two leading cases - Bagum v Hafiz [2015] EWCA Civ 801 and Kingsley v Kingsley [2020] Civ 297 (Ch) - to clarify what the courts can (and cannot) order when resolving disputes between co-ow...

In the latest episode of FortyTwo Talks, Tina Cook KC and Jennifer Youngs revisit covert recordings and discuss implications for practice in the context of the FJC Guidance issued in May 2025.

We are pleased to introduce our new Podcast mini-series, Trust Issues: the Law and Practice of Trusts. In this first episode, "TOLATA - The Basics",  Iris Ferber KC and Alexander Bailey set out the statutory framework, and answer those basic questions that you might have been afraid to ask. What is a trust of land? What is a beneficiary? What happens to the home when a relationship breaks down...

We are delighted to share the latest episode of FortyTwoTalks: “Raising Her Voice: Confidence, Career Progression & Tackling Imposter Syndrome” – a compelling continuation of our International Women' Day discussion (https://www.42br.com/latest-news/celebrating-international-women-s-day-2025.htm) . Jude Shepherd, a member of our Employment Team, is joined by Ellie Sanders, Civil Clerk at 42BR a...

In our latest episode of FortyTwo Talks, Tina Cook KC and Stephanie Mendoros discuss and consider the dynamic changes in adoption, the importance of post adoption contact and how practitioners can better meet the needs of adopted children.

In this episode of FortyTwoTalks, Richard Little and Mark Chaloner discuss International Adoption in all its’ aspects – Adoptions within the UK; Convention Adoptions; Overseas Adoptions and Foreign Adoptions, discussing the legal framework, but also the wider policy issues raised by such cases”.

You asked, we answered! As part of our ongoing podcast series, we are pleased to present the first of our A-Z Family Law podcasts. Back in the summer, we offered you the unique opportunity to ask our experienced family law practitioners, Amanda Jepson and Zoe McGrath any questions you had relating to divorce, child arrangment orders, ADR, how to deal with difficult opponents, the list goes on...

In today’s episode of FortyTwo Talks, Family Law Practitioner, Rachel Chan, is joined by Estella Newbold-Brown, Partner of Amphlett Lissimore to discuss the Private Law 'Pathfinder' and Estella’s new book, Isla and Quinn The Sunflowers. Estella’s books aim to educate young children and expose them to important topics, to help promote an accepting and loving generation of people. Links to book...

On today’s podcast 42BR’s Catrin Howells is joined by Estella Newbold-Brown, Partner at Amphlett Lissimore (https://url.uk.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/rn0nCY5gEFLgV8Wc09mjt?domain=allaw.co.uk) to consider ‘pet nups’. During the podcast, Catrin and Estella discuss how the law treats pets on divorce, what may be included in a pet nup and whether they are classed as legally binding documents. As par...

Mathew McDermott and Karolina Zielinska sit down to discuss how the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) is currently approaching the assessment of the amount of rent repayment orders that are made in a tenant’s favour.

To celebrate International Women's Day 2024, our Marketing Manager, Sophie Hicks, joined by family practitioners Rachel Chan and Ann Osborne, discuss the challenges women at the Bar face, what 'Inspire Inclusion' means to them and their hopes for the future generation of women in the legal profession.