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What does Dispute resolution mean? Dispute resolution describes the processes used by lawyers and clients to resolve legal disagreements—by agreement, determination or adjudication—inside or outside court. It is a descriptive, cross‑practice term rather than a single statutory definition; particular mechanisms are set by procedure and sector legislation. In pensions practice, disputes between members, employers and trustees are commonly handled through internal dispute resolution procedures (IDRP/IDR), ombudsman schemes, alternative dispute resolution (mediation or arbitration), and litigation. In the UK, The Pensions Ombudsman (TPO) offers an Early Resolution Service and formal determinations; TPAS’s dispute‑handling functions have transferred to TPO, with general guidance now provided by...

Applications for permission to appeal under CPR Part 52: timing, adjournments, extensions and procedure in the lower courts and Court of Appeal, and respondents’ role (England and Wales)

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This Practice Note sets out guidance on seeking permission to appeal (PTA) under CPR Part 52 in both the lower court and the appellate court (CPR 52.3(2)). It explains how to challenge decisions of lower courts and the steps for making PTA applications in the court below. It also addresses the need to apply at the conclusion of the hearing in the lower court, together with the deadlines for requesting PTA from the appellate court where no application was made below or where the lower court has refused PTA. The Note specifically considers applications for permission to the Court of Appeal where no oral hearing is directed, the respondent’s role (and potential costs) and the actions open to a respondent, as well as the procedure and particular provisions for the County Court, High Court and Court of Appeal, and how (and by whom) a PTA application will be decided. Be aware that CPR 52 and the related practice directions were substantially revised in October 2017, so caution is required when relying on earlier authorities that may have analysed differently worded provisions...

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