Why Choose Dere Street
We are a thriving multi-disciplinary set of approximately 100 barristers including Silks and Junior Counsel.
We offer specialist advocacy, advisory and drafting expertise at every level of seniority.
We are committed to delivering high quality legal services locally and nationally.
Our dedicated and experienced civil, criminal and family clerking teams make the process of instructing us simple with a straight-forward, user-friendly, approach to ensure that clients receive the standard of service they require.
We have modern conference facilities at our staffed premises in Newcastle, Middlesbrough and York.
In the increasingly competitive market for legal services, Dere Street stands out as one of the leading barristers’ chambers in the country with many members of Chambers ranked in the major legal directories.
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16/10/2025
Members of Chambers ranked in Chambers and Partners 2026 Edition
Crime – North Eastern (Bar) What the Team is Known For Dere Street Barristers is noted for its team, which includes “experienced silks and juniors as well as an energetic group of talented younger barristers.” The set is noted for their expertise in a wide range of criminal matters, including serious crimes such as homicides […]
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Gateshead grooming gang found guilty
Anne Richardson recently finished prosecuting a six handed, seven week case involving a Gateshead grooming gang who sexually assaulted and raped young girls. Anne Richardson was leading Emma Dowling of the Crown Prosecution Service. You can view full media coverage here and here. If you would like to book Anne or any of the Criminal […]
Read More13/10/2025
Liam O’Brien Secures Acquittal
Liam O’Brien was instructed by Amy Lamb of David Gray LLP to represent a male accused of anally raping a teenage girl in 2002. The Accused, now in his forties, was found not guilty by the jury after less than one hour of deliberations. The case notably featured a successful defence application to adduce hearsay […]
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