News & Events: Laura Wright

Laura Wright speaking at Browne Jacobson and Harmonie Worldwide’s seminar: ‘Artificial intelligence: navigating...

On Tuesday 11 November, Laura Wright will be speaking at Browne Jacobson and Harmonie Worldwide’s seminar: ‘Artificial intelligence: navigating risks for policyholders and their liability insurers’. Laura will speak on ‘Navigating the AI revolution – professional liability and negligence’, having co-authored a chapter on this topic in the recently released 2nd edition of  ‘The Law […]

Laura Wright and Jacob Haddad speaking at the ITechLaw 2025 European Conference – Thursday 30th October

The ITechLaw Association 2025 European Conference will be taking place in London from October 29-31 in the Convene space at 155 Bishopsgate. The conference will attract attendees from more than 40 countries and discuss cutting-edge legal tech topics. On Wednesday 29 October at 2pm, Jacob Haddad will will be speaking on the Dispute Resolution Committee […]

Laura Wright speaking at the Women’s Defence Forum Breakfast Briefing

On Thursday 12th June, Laura Wright will be speaking at the Women’s Defence Forum Breakfast Briefing hosted by Burges Salmon LLP. Laura will appear on panel alongside Tom Whittaker (Burges Salmon), Tabitha Bonney (Government Legal Department) and Lindsay Chadwick (Mind Foundry) to discuss the topic of ‘Artificial Intelligence: Policy and Regulation in the Defence Sector’. […]

4 Pump Court hosting Tech Disputes Network Event on ‘Resolving IT Disputes’ – Wednesday 14th May

On 14 May, 4 Pump Court will be hosting a Technology Disputes Network event on the topic of ‘Resolving IT Disputes’. Gain insights into IT disputes and how to manage and resolve them, from leading IT solicitors, experts, litigators and litigation funders. Learn what works and what does not from peers in the IT sector. Panel: Chair: Quentin Tannock (4 […]

Laura Wright and Rebecca Keating delivering lecture to BILA on ‘Navigating the AI Revolution: Professional...

The increasing adoption of AI is transforming industries. As AI adoption accelerates, it brings with it a complex landscape of new challenges and opportunities. Join Laura Wright and Rebecca Keating of 4 Pump Court (authors of the Professional Liability chapter of the Law of Artificial Intelligence) exploring the critical intersection of AI, professional liability, and […]

Judgment handed down in IBM United Kingdom Ltd v LzLabs GmbH & Ors [2025] EWHC 532 (TCC)

On 10 March 2025, the TCC handed down judgment in the case of IBM United Kingdom Ltd v LzLabs GmbH & Ors [2025] EWHC 532 (TCC). The case, which was featured as one of The Lawyer’s Top 20 Cases of 2024, proceeded to a 10-week trial last April on liability issues. IBM UK’s (“IBM”) claim related to […]

13th March 2025

4 Pump Court hosting Tech Disputes Network Event on ‘Quantum Computing and the Law’ – Tuesday 18th March

Join us on Tuesday 18 March, when we will be hosting a Tech Disputes Network event on the topic of ‘Quantum Computing and the Law’. Laura Wright and Rebecca Keating will give an introduction to quantum computing and the challenges and opportunities it presents. As part of the discussion, attendees will learn how quantum computing […]

The second edition of The Law of Artificial Intelligence published

The second edition of The Law of Artificial Intelligence, co-edited by Matthew Lavy KC and Matt Hervey was published last month. AI is developing at an ever-increasing pace, more and more jurisdictions are introducing AI regulation, and real-world disputes involving AI are starting to come before the Courts. This practitioner text examines the application of […]

5th September 2024

The Lawyer Top 20 Cases 2024

The Lawyer Top 20 Cases, released today, includes matters with the most significant sums in dispute as well as disputes involving high profile parties or issues. Three cases involving members of 4 Pump Court are featured, with proceedings set to be heard in 2024. 1. AerCap Ireland v AIG Europe and others This is a […]

8th January 2024

4 Pump Court continues its support at the SCL 50th Anniversary Dinner

A brilliant evening at the Society for Computers and Law’s 50th anniversary celebratory dinner, in The Great Hall at One Great George Street. Our members and clerks enjoyed catching-up with friends and colleagues. 4 Pump Court is honoured to have supported the SCL for over 25 years.    

“IP and Green Tech” webinar with IPsoc

Wednesday 16 February 2022, 6-7pm COP26 was an important step forward in global efforts to address climate change and to reduce carbon emissions. The continued development of green technologies is vital to meeting these goals. In the near future IP lawyers will no doubt find themselves advising on both obtaining and enforcing IP rights in […]

Artificial Intelligence Moot – 4 November

Registration is now open for the Artificial Intelligence Moot on 4 November 2021, jointly organised by 4 Pump Court and the Society for Computers and Law Student Bytes team. This moot is an exciting opportunity for students to hone their advocacy skills and to learn about the legal issues arising from AI. Registrations close on […]