The criminal team at New Park Court Chambers‘ ‘depth of expertise and knowledge is second to none‘. In recent work for the group, the ‘impressive‘ Nicholas Lumley KC defended a woman from Teesside who was charged under the 1861 Offences Against the Person Act with carrying out an illegal abortion on herself during the first UK Covid-19 lockdown; Cox was found not guilty after prosecutors offered no evidence. In a separate matter, the ‘very personable‘ Nicholas de la Poer KC successfully prosecuted a man who was convicted of attempting to collect information useful for terrorism; the defendant was alleged to have been filming security arrangements around an Iranian dissident television station based in Chiswick. Among the juniors, Adam Birkby‘s ‘command of a case is almost unrivalled‘ and Eleanor Fry is ‘tenacious and persuasive‘. The senior end of the team was recently bolstered by Tom Storey KC‘s elevation to silk in March 2024.
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‘Teresa Pugh provides a first class service.’
‘The team of clerks are always dependable and friendly.’
‘New Park Court is a top-flight set.’
Park Square Barristers Ltd.
Park Square Barristers‘ team garners praise for its ‘excellent strength in depth‘, and is home to ‘very experienced counsel specialising in criminal law‘. In a prominent work highlight, the ‘brilliant‘ Richard Wright KC led the ‘fearless‘ Gillian Batts for the prosecution of a man who was convicted of the murder of seven-year-old Nikki Allan in 1992. Kama Melly KC has a solid track record in handling cases involving serious sexual offences; Craig Hassall KC stands out as ‘a first-rate cross-examiner‘. In another matter, Catherine Silverton led Holly Clegg for the defence of a woman who was charged with conspiring to supply and possession with intent to supply Class A drugs after 5kg of cocaine was found in her flat; the client received a two-year sentence after being convicted for participating in the criminal activities of an organised crime group. Ellen Wright joined the team in December 2023.
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‘Andrew Thornton and Rebecca Wilson stand out as incredibly calm and organised.’
‘Andrew Thornton is particularly helpful.’
‘Andrew Thornton is adept at resolving any issues in a timely manner.’
St Pauls Chambers
St Pauls Chambers is ‘a very experienced criminal law chambers with significant talent at every level‘. In a prominent work highlight, Nick Worsley KC successfully defended a man who was acquitted of both murder and attempted murder after his brother-in-law was stabbed; the defendant had been jointly charged with his father. Sam Green KC‘s recent caseload includes prosecuting in high-profile murders; he acts as joint head of chambers with newly appointed silk Denise Breen-Lawton KC, who is ‘extremely impressive‘ and has an excellent reputation for handling complex fraud work, terrorism cases, and serious sexual offences, to name a few areas. Helen Chapman is ‘very poised‘ and ‘a great trial tactician‘. The senior end of the team was also bolstered by the elevation of James Bourne-Arton KC to silk in the 2024 round.
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‘The clerks’ room is superbly led by Jayne Drake, who provides an excellent service, bringing a very business-savvy nous. Jayne is well-supported by Kelly Staniforth, who is uber-efficient and always prompt at responding to all enquiries, calls and emails.’
‘Kelly Staniforth is excellent, well organised and a good communicator.’
‘Jayne Drake is extremely efficient and personable.’
Dere Street Barristers
At Dere Street Barristers, the ‘very thorough and keen‘ team continues to handle a high volume of serious criminal cases, and the set reports an uptick in instructions concerning serious sexual offences. Richard Herrmann, who is ‘extremely attentive to detail‘, heads up the group and has expertise in defending and prosecuting in cases involving large-scale drugs conspiracies and serious violence. John Elvidge KC is a highly regarded practitioner in the space, and Peter Makepeace KC has ‘excellent communication skills‘. David Lamb KC‘s recent workload includes multi-defendant murder cases. Anne Richardson ‘is formidable yet professional‘.
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‘The clerks are helpful and able.’
‘A great set, highly regarded and professionally managed.’
‘Excellent set. Brilliant clerks who always go above and beyond.’
Exchange Chambers
The Leeds office of the ‘dynamic‘ set Exchange Chambers houses a criminal team with ‘strength in depth‘. The group has been kept especially busy handling large-scale drugs conspiracies, murder, complex fraud and terrorism cases. The ‘very thoughtful‘ Nicholas Johnson KC ‘is able to instill confidence in juries‘, and Andrew Haslam KC‘s ‘judgement is excellent‘. Among the juniors, Stephen Grattage successfully prosecuted a man for conspiracy to assist unlawful immigration into the UK, as well as separate violence and firearms offences. In a separate matter, Charlotte Noddings acted as junior counsel in a multi-handed murder trial for one of the defendants, who was charged with the murder of an 18-year-old man by way of joint enterprise; the defendant was acquitted of all charges.
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‘The clerks, led by Ian Spencer, are friendly, helpful and organised. In a nutshell, they get the job done.’
‘Ian Spencer is unflappable. He directs operations with aplomb.’
‘Ian Spencer is a joy to deal with.’
Trinity Chambers
Trinity Chambers‘ ‘strong team of experienced criminal counsel‘ is well versed in handling a broad range of criminal cases, including large-scale drugs conspiracies, serious sexual offences, terrorism and firearms offences. Practice head Caroline Goodwin KC has an excellent track record in prosecuting and defending in manslaughter, murder, serious sexual offences and terrorism cases. Toby Hedworth KC ‘is always courteous and takes proper points but will stand his ground and refuse to be pushed around‘. Christopher Knox is sought after for his experience in advising on financial criminal matters, and Tony Cornberg is ‘an expressive advocate‘, ‘well liked by clients who are often charmed by his easy going approach and relaxed advocacy style‘.
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‘Liam Gorman is courteous, helpful and highly efficient.’
‘Chris Gibbin can only be described as outstanding – an unsung hero! He is a great ambassador for Trinity Chambers.’
‘All the clerks are particularly helpful; Liam Gorman and Chris Gibbin go above and beyond to ensure that they assist with whatever case is needed.’
Broadway House Chambers
At Broadway House Chambers, Stephen Wood KC is ‘well-prepared and courageous in court‘ and ‘devastating in cross-examination‘, with an established track record in prosecuting and defending in a wide range of serious criminal matters. Among the junior end of chambers, Syam Soni has ‘exceptional legal acumen‘, and the ‘tenacious‘ Lydia Pearce is well-versed in advising on cases of serious sexual offences, drugs conspiracies and serious violence.
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‘Always helpful clerks.’
‘Reliable set.’
‘A stellar team of highly skilled barristers.’
Wilberforce Barristers
Hull's Wilberforce Chambers is ‘a strong set of criminal barristers‘. Michele Stuart-Lofthouse is ‘a measured and polished presence in court‘ and ‘always ahead of the game in terms of her trial strategy‘, with an excellent track record in handling cases of murder, serious violence, serious sexual offences, and large-scale drugs conspiracies. Rachel Scott has ‘a flair for jury speeches‘, while Charlotte Baines is ‘a courageous and combative cross-examiner‘ and ‘a real tour-de-force in her field‘. In recent instructions for the set, Baines and Dale Brook appeared in a trial concerning a contract killing in Hull.
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‘Wayne Stevens and Lewis Richardson are a credit to the chambers.’
‘Wayne Stevens runs the clerks’ office well.’
‘Clerks are second to none. Extremely helpful, accommodating and go the extra mile!‘
New Park Court Chambers
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‘Teresa Pugh provides a first class service.’
‘The team of clerks are always dependable and friendly.’
‘New Park Court is a top-flight set.’
Park Square Barristers Ltd.
Park Square Barristers‘ team garners praise for its ‘excellent strength in depth‘, and is home to ‘very experienced counsel specialising in criminal law‘. In a prominent work highlight, the ‘brilliant‘ Richard Wright KC led the ‘fearless‘ Gillian Batts for the prosecution of a man who was convicted of the murder of seven-year-old Nikki Allan in 1992. Kama Melly KC has a solid track record in handling cases involving serious sexual offences; Craig Hassall KC stands out as ‘a first-rate cross-examiner‘. In another matter, Catherine Silverton led Holly Clegg for the defence of a woman who was charged with conspiring to supply and possession with intent to supply Class A drugs after 5kg of cocaine was found in her flat; the client received a two-year sentence after being convicted for participating in the criminal activities of an organised crime group. Ellen Wright joined the team in December 2023.
Les références
‘Andrew Thornton and Rebecca Wilson stand out as incredibly calm and organised.’
‘Andrew Thornton is particularly helpful.’
‘Andrew Thornton is adept at resolving any issues in a timely manner.’
St Pauls Chambers
St Pauls Chambers is ‘a very experienced criminal law chambers with significant talent at every level‘. In a prominent work highlight, Nick Worsley KC successfully defended a man who was acquitted of both murder and attempted murder after his brother-in-law was stabbed; the defendant had been jointly charged with his father. Sam Green KC‘s recent caseload includes prosecuting in high-profile murders; he acts as joint head of chambers with newly appointed silk Denise Breen-Lawton KC, who is ‘extremely impressive‘ and has an excellent reputation for handling complex fraud work, terrorism cases, and serious sexual offences, to name a few areas. Helen Chapman is ‘very poised‘ and ‘a great trial tactician‘. The senior end of the team was also bolstered by the elevation of James Bourne-Arton KC to silk in the 2024 round.
Les références
‘The clerks’ room is superbly led by Jayne Drake, who provides an excellent service, bringing a very business-savvy nous. Jayne is well-supported by Kelly Staniforth, who is uber-efficient and always prompt at responding to all enquiries, calls and emails.’
‘Kelly Staniforth is excellent, well organised and a good communicator.’
‘Jayne Drake is extremely efficient and personable.’
Dere Street Barristers
At Dere Street Barristers, the ‘very thorough and keen‘ team continues to handle a high volume of serious criminal cases, and the set reports an uptick in instructions concerning serious sexual offences. Richard Herrmann, who is ‘extremely attentive to detail‘, heads up the group and has expertise in defending and prosecuting in cases involving large-scale drugs conspiracies and serious violence. John Elvidge KC is a highly regarded practitioner in the space, and Peter Makepeace KC has ‘excellent communication skills‘. David Lamb KC‘s recent workload includes multi-defendant murder cases. Anne Richardson ‘is formidable yet professional‘.
Les références
‘The clerks are helpful and able.’
‘A great set, highly regarded and professionally managed.’
‘Excellent set. Brilliant clerks who always go above and beyond.’
Exchange Chambers
The Leeds office of the ‘dynamic‘ set Exchange Chambers houses a criminal team with ‘strength in depth‘. The group has been kept especially busy handling large-scale drugs conspiracies, murder, complex fraud and terrorism cases. The ‘very thoughtful‘ Nicholas Johnson KC ‘is able to instill confidence in juries‘, and Andrew Haslam KC‘s ‘judgement is excellent‘. Among the juniors, Stephen Grattage successfully prosecuted a man for conspiracy to assist unlawful immigration into the UK, as well as separate violence and firearms offences. In a separate matter, Charlotte Noddings acted as junior counsel in a multi-handed murder trial for one of the defendants, who was charged with the murder of an 18-year-old man by way of joint enterprise; the defendant was acquitted of all charges.
Les références
‘The clerks, led by Ian Spencer, are friendly, helpful and organised. In a nutshell, they get the job done.’
‘Ian Spencer is unflappable. He directs operations with aplomb.’
‘Ian Spencer is a joy to deal with.’
Trinity Chambers
Trinity Chambers‘ ‘strong team of experienced criminal counsel‘ is well versed in handling a broad range of criminal cases, including large-scale drugs conspiracies, serious sexual offences, terrorism and firearms offences. Practice head Caroline Goodwin KC has an excellent track record in prosecuting and defending in manslaughter, murder, serious sexual offences and terrorism cases. Toby Hedworth KC ‘is always courteous and takes proper points but will stand his ground and refuse to be pushed around‘. Christopher Knox is sought after for his experience in advising on financial criminal matters, and Tony Cornberg is ‘an expressive advocate‘, ‘well liked by clients who are often charmed by his easy going approach and relaxed advocacy style‘.
Les références
‘Liam Gorman is courteous, helpful and highly efficient.’
‘Chris Gibbin can only be described as outstanding – an unsung hero! He is a great ambassador for Trinity Chambers.’
‘All the clerks are particularly helpful; Liam Gorman and Chris Gibbin go above and beyond to ensure that they assist with whatever case is needed.’
Broadway House Chambers
At Broadway House Chambers, Stephen Wood KC is ‘well-prepared and courageous in court‘ and ‘devastating in cross-examination‘, with an established track record in prosecuting and defending in a wide range of serious criminal matters. Among the junior end of chambers, Syam Soni has ‘exceptional legal acumen‘, and the ‘tenacious‘ Lydia Pearce is well-versed in advising on cases of serious sexual offences, drugs conspiracies and serious violence.
Les références
‘Always helpful clerks.’
‘Reliable set.’
‘A stellar team of highly skilled barristers.’
Wilberforce Barristers
Hull's Wilberforce Chambers is ‘a strong set of criminal barristers‘. Michele Stuart-Lofthouse is ‘a measured and polished presence in court‘ and ‘always ahead of the game in terms of her trial strategy‘, with an excellent track record in handling cases of murder, serious violence, serious sexual offences, and large-scale drugs conspiracies. Rachel Scott has ‘a flair for jury speeches‘, while Charlotte Baines is ‘a courageous and combative cross-examiner‘ and ‘a real tour-de-force in her field‘. In recent instructions for the set, Baines and Dale Brook appeared in a trial concerning a contract killing in Hull.
Les références
‘Wayne Stevens and Lewis Richardson are a credit to the chambers.’
‘Wayne Stevens runs the clerks’ office well.’
‘Clerks are second to none. Extremely helpful, accommodating and go the extra mile!‘