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06/12/2022

Junior Fees Clerk/Administrative Assistant Role

The window for applications for this position has now closed. Thank you to all who submitted applications. We have a vacancy for a Junior Fees Clerk / Administrative Assistant based in our new modern offices in Teesside. This position would suit a school / college leaver or someone wanting a change of career in a […]

29/11/2022

Dere Street Barristers York Refurbishment Event

Thank you to all our guests for attending our York Refurb Event.  It was great to show so many of our clients around our newly fitted out state of the art premises.  If you missed the event but would like to come and take a look please feel free to call in for a coffee.

28/11/2022

Pupillage applications – choosing a set with a difference

Chambers runs its own scheme. Pupillage applications are available here from today. The submission window will open from 10:00am 4 January 2023 and will close at 10:00am 8 February 2023. Why choose Dere Street? Regular, positive recruitment is the key to our success. We recognise that uncertainty and insecurity is perhaps the greatest deterrent to […]

17/11/2022

Katy Watson: England Women’s Professional Development Phase

Katy had a fantastic experience on her trip to Portugal for the England Women’s Professional Development Phase. She had a brilliant time at camp and received very positive feedback. She played 90 mins for U18’s and was on the bench for U19’s. Well done Katy and keep up the hard work.

15/11/2022

Sophie Buckley appointed as Deputy Judge of the Upper Tribunal

Chambers is very pleased to announce Sophie Buckley’s appointment as a Deputy Judge of the Upper Tribunal, Administrative Appeals Chamber. Sophie was sworn in by Mrs Justice Farbey DBE in a ceremony at the Rolls Building on 14th November. Alongside this new role, Sophie will continue to sit as a Judge of the Employment Tribunals […]

10/11/2022

Durham Prison death inquest criticises restraint methods

The use of restraint techniques on a prison inmate who was found hanged in his cell was “disproportionate”, an inquest has concluded. Senior assistant coroner Crispin Oliver said “action should be taken to deal with a ‘critical lack of staffing’ at the prison but notably in the segregation unit”. Media coverage of the inquest can […]

03/11/2022

The Northern Family Law Conference

Dere Street Barristers are proud to sponsor The Northern Family Law Conference at The Guildhall, York on Tuesday 15th November.  For further information, an agenda and how to book tickets please click here

02/11/2022

Call up for Katy Watson: England Women’s Professional Development Phase

Chambers are delighted to share the news that Katy Watson has been called up to the England Women’s Professional Development Phase squad for the Algarve Cup. Katy leaves for Portugal with the squad on Monday morning. Good luck Katy and enjoy this fantastic opportunity that Chambers hope is one of many. Thoroughly well deserved!

02/11/2022

Family Arbitration Webinar

Scarborough CILEx Branch invite you to attend the Family Arbitration Webinar on Thursday 17th November 2022 @ 16:00 (Zoom link will follow) presented by Dere Street’s Crispin Oliver. TO BOOK YOUR PLACE, PLEASE CONTACT: debbie.agus@jlmsolicitors.co.uk

21/10/2022

Deputy District Judge Appointment

Chambers congratulate Sarah Holmes on her appointment as Deputy District Judge on the North Eastern Circuit to sit within the Civil and Family Jurisdiction. This is a part time position and Sarah will continue to practice in Civil and Family Law. If you wish to instructed Sarah then please contact her clerks here who will […]