Dispute Resolution analysis: The High Court dismissed a professional negligence claim against Mary Ward Legal Centre and a barrister, finding no proof of negligence and endorsing the centre's reliance on specialist advice. The court emphasised that advisers acted appropriately given available information, and the claim was time-barred. This judgment reinforces the importance of clients providing and advisers probing for all relevant evidence; and it validates the practice of non-specialists seeking advice from expert counsel. It also underscores the challenges faced by legal aid providers in complex cases and the court's recognition of their crucial role in assisting vulnerable clients. Practical implications written by the Dispute Resolution team at ½Û×ÓÊÓƵ.
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