Successful relief from sanctions application An easily missed deadline leading to the sanction of zero recovery of costs in the whole case and a professional negligence/compliance enquiry. James Robinson represented a senior Solicitor Client in a successful relief from sanctions application.  A deadline to file a cost budget in accordance with the mandatory timetable under […]

Criminal Law Dere Street Barristers offers expertise in a wide range of criminal matters, including serious crimes such as homicides and serious sexual offences. Several members of the team are on CPS panels, and the chambers is also home to a number of specialist rape prosecutors. Additional areas of strength for the set include cases […]

We have a great line up of speakers and topics on this very informative seminar. With only a few places remaining – if you wish to attend please contact Joanne Brown or complete the online request here

Calum McNicholas graduated with a first-class degree in law and an Outstanding on the Bar Professional Training Course. He received the Linda Sykes Memorial Prize for ranking first in his cohort, and was one of two students admitted to the Northumbria Bar Course Honour Roll. He also received the Middle Temple Certificate of Honour for […]

Chambers are delighted to have several members recommended in this year’s edition. If you wish to know any further information on those who have been recommended or any member of Chambers then please contact one of our experienced clerks who will be able to assist. This is what others have to say: CHANCERY, PROBATE, AND […]

Many congratulations to, Laura Dawson, Laura Callaghan, Grace Atkinson and Sarah Preest on making successful applications for tenancy at the conclusion of their pupillages. Both Laura’s and Grace are available to accept instructions in all areas of general common law and Sarah is available to accept instructions exclusively in family law. Chambers would also like to […]

  “We are delighted with this refurbishment. It has transformed our York premises and is part of a planned overhaul of Chambers’ estate, designed to provide a fresh, practical and attractive working environment.” Head of Chambers John Elvidge KC Chambers in Toft Green, York has recently undergone a full refurbishment to provide our clients, barristers and […]

We have a vacancy for a Barristers’ Clerk based in our new modern offices in Teesside.  Ideally you will have experience working in a Barristers’ Chambers or other legal organisation or have suitable transferable skills.  You will work as part of a team with our other clerks who are located in our Newcastle and York […]

As a mark of respect to the late Queen Elizabeth II, Chambers will be closed Monday 19th of September 2022                                    1926-2022

We would wish to send our deepest sympathies to His Majesty the King and the entire Royal Family