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

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26/02/2026

Financial Remedies Presentation Update

Eleanor Irons, Emma Gough and Zack Fixter, along with Amelia Taylor and Crispin Oliver were delighted to present recent developments in Financial Remedies to West and North Yorkshire Resolution today. The talk took place at the Guildhall in York. A huge thank you goes out to all who attended. 

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26/02/2026

Financial Remedies North presents Leadership, Legacy and Law with a Distinguished Keynote by Lady Brenda Hale

We’re excited to announce the return of Financial Remedies North (formerly Not the Jordans) Day Conference! Join fellow professionals from across the region for an updated and engaging programme, featuring top experts in financial remedies.   Register for up to four delegates  here or reach out to us here for more details. 08:30 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday, 6th May […]

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25/02/2026

Rachel Kelly Secures Acquittal

Rachel Kelly was instructed by Tilly Bailey & Irvine Solicitors to represent a man of good character accused of assault occasioning actual bodily harm. The trial was heard over three days and on the third day, after just 45 minutes of deliberations, the jury returned a unanimous not guilty verdict.  To instruct Rachel or any […]

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