Security for Costs – Latest Developments The firm recently acted for a client (Dumrul v Standard Chartered Bank [2010] EWHC 2625 (Comm)) successfully defending an application for security for costs. First, a reminder of the general principles: · A Defendant to any claim may apply under CPR Rule 25.12(1) for security of his costs of […]
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Gibson & Co awarded “Law Firm of the Year”
Gibson & Co. have been awarded the prestigious “Law Firm of the Year” award by Newcastle upon Tyne Law Society. The firm beat off stiff competition from other leading local firms to gain the sought after award. The inaugural award has been initiated by the Newcastle upon Tyne Law Society to recognise excellence and achievement […]
Gibson & Co – Shortlisted in The Lawyer Awards of 2010 for Niche Firm of the Year
Gibson & Co. was shortlisted as one of six finalists in The Lawyer magazine annual awards for 2010 in the category of Niche Firm of the year. Gibson & Co’s shortlisted placing was achieved as a result of an excellent performance in 2009/2010. It is a unique firm in that within the space of […]