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
The 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. The 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
Part 3: Panel of experts
The 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)
Noel Arnold, District Tribunal Judge (DTJ), First-tier Tribunal (Social Entitlement Chamber), Social Security and Child Support
Dr Jo Hynes, University of Glasgow
Tickets:
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, email a brief explanation to events@publiclawproject.org.uk to request a free ticket.