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.

 

 

 

Our areas of expertise

 

Providing the highest quality service in a friendly, approachable and results-focused manner.

Dere Street Barristers a set with a difference!

 

All members of Chambers (barristers) are regulated by the

Bar Standards Board

Latest News

Keep up to date with all the latest news from Dere Street Barristers.

19/11/2024

Men Face Life Sentences for Grievous Bodily Harm

Brooke Morrison successfully prosecuted two men over 6 days who were charged with Section 18 (GBH) causing grievous bodily harm with intent when they set fire to a man in York. The men are due to be sentenced in January. The judge said he would consider passing a life sentence on their return. Full media […]

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13/11/2024

Defendant Acquitted of Sexual Assault Charges After Four-Day Trial in Newcastle.

The defendant faced two allegations of sexual assault, following a four day trial in Newcastle the Jury found the defendant not guilty. The defendant was represented by Katie Spence who was instructed by Haswell solicitors.   If you would like to instruct Katie or any of the Criminal Team please contact the clerks here.

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13/11/2024

Refurbishment of Dere Street North – Broad Chare Building.

We have had extensive refurbishments taking place this year at our Broad Chare premises and have further works planned for December and early 2025, but we could not wait to show you our reception area and two of our conference rooms. We hope you will agree the works so far look amazing and we look […]

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