<p>This is the nineteenth edition of Bullen &amp; Leake &amp; Jacob&#39;s Precedents of Pleadings. The law is generally as stated at 1 July 2019, although it has been possible to take in further updates at proof stage. The publishers wish to record their gratitude to the expert team of barristers who have updated the commentary and Statements of Case in this edition. As ever, we are grateful to them that they are able to spare the time to write whilst keeping busy practices. The publishers are also much obliged to the in-house authors who assisted with three chapters and to Fiona Keyte for managing and coordinating copy and proofs delivery efficiently. We are privileged to have as General Editors the Honourable Sir William Blair, Lord Brennan QC, the Right Honourable Professor Sir Robin Jacob and the Honourable Sir Brian Langstaff. Very many thanks are due to them for their continued guidance and assistance.</p>
