The 5th edition of Privilege is an essential work that provides a comprehensive examination of legal professional privilege. This authoritative resource establishes the core principles, rationale, and nature of privilege rights, offering practitioners and scholars alike a thorough understanding of this crucial aspect of law.

The book takes a practical approach, guiding readers through the complexities of privilege law, including its definition, occurrence, and boundaries. In particular:

It analyses the many key judgments which have established the principles of privilege.
It offers valuable insights into claiming privilege and explores the intricate circumstances that can lead to its loss.
It distinguishes between legal professional privilege and without prejudice privilege, providing clarity on their differences and applications.
It examines advice privilege in relation to client-lawyer relationships, confidential communications, and third-party interactions.
It discusses litigation privilege in various contexts, including legal proceedings, expert witnesses, and criminal cases.
It addresses the 'crime-fraud exception' and its application in both civil and criminal proceedings.

The fifth edition contains a brand-new chapter on International Arbitration Privilege.

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Privilege, 5th Edition

Privilege, 5th Edition