The BHS judgment: what practitioners need to know, and some of the inside story

Stuart Hornett and Daniel Webb discuss their insights from the much-anticipated BHS judgment handed down by the High Court. Stuart and Daniel acted for the Fourth Respondent, whose case settled before trial.

The talk will cover:

  • Key facts and findings
  • The wrongful trading and misfeasance jurisdictions
  • The interaction between wrongful trading and the modified Sequana duty
  • The significance of professional advice to directors
  • Discretion and relief

But if there is another aspect of the case you would like us to focus on just let us know.

A talk at the forefront of contemporary insolvency and company practice, of value to practitioners with all levels of experience.

Case

Re BHS Group Limited [2024] EWHC 1417 (Ch)

Practice area(s)

Company & Partnership and Insolvency