Law report

The first time that you cite a case in the main body of your text, refer to it in full, including the parties in the case, abbreviation of the law report and page number.

Example:
In the case of Jones v Smith [1934] All ER 123, the defence noted ...

Unless it would not be clear to which case you are referring, any subsequent citations need only refer to the parties in the case.

Example:
The judgement in the case of Jones v Smith shows ...