Chambers was saddened to learn of the premature death of former Head of Chambers Christopher Walton at the age of only 74. He was a local man, educated at St Cuthbert’s Grammar School, Newcastle (as was) and then Downing College, Cambridge. Christopher was called to the Bar by the Honourable Society of Middle Temple in […]
Our current pupils entered into their second six on Monday 3rd April 2023 and have made a flying start. We have general Common Law Pupils Calum McNicolas, Rachel Kelly and Molly McNestry who are under the supervision of Michael Cahill, Richard Herrmann and Elizabeth Lugg respectively, we have a Civil Law Specialist Pupil Holly Hickin […]
Chambers are delighted to announce that Katy Watson, who is sponsored by Dere Street Barristers, has been selected for the Under-19 England squad. Well done Katy on this achievement that is a testament to all of the hard work and determination you demonstrate on and off the football pitch. Enjoy every minute Katy, we are […]
On 31st March, after almost 30 years’ service, Ann Hodgson retired from her post as our receptionist. Ann joined us soon after we opened at 14 Toft Green and has welcomed generations of barristers and members of staff to chambers. Over the years she has been the face and voice of chambers to countless solicitors and their […]
All members of chambers and staff join in wishing Michael Bosomworth a very happy retirement after over 40 years in practice. He was called to the Bar in 1979 and for many years successfully managed a mixed practice taking across the jurisdiction, from commercial to family to crime. When he joined us in July 2007, from […]
Today is Tom’s last day in chambers as he heads into retirement. His youthful looks and schoolboy smile conceal over 40 years at the Bar. He was called in 1981 and long ago proved his versatility across the disciplines: a veteran of the Cleveland child abuse cases and countless jury trials, latterly he specialised in […]
The Cleveland and South Durham Family Justice Board conference was a great success with the Crypt in Middlesbrough Town Hall being completely sold out! Helen Scourfield chaired and opened the conference, and all of the speakers were outstanding. Lads like Us packed the biggest punch, which will hopefully lead to a shift in the way […]
Aaron Ray, 21, from Sunderland, who stabbed his lover after reading messages to other men on dating app Grindr has been jailed for life. He was convicted of Murder after a 7 day trial at Newcastle Crown Court. Prosecutor David Lamb KC, leading Andrew Walker, both of Dere Street Barristers had told jurors it was […]
Ruth was called in 2001 and is a very well known children law specialist. Head Of Chambers John Elvidge KC said “We are delighted to welcome Ruth to chambers. Ruth is a very experienced and highly regarded family practitioner who is a significant addition to one of largest family teams in the country.” If you would […]
David Lamb KC, prosecuting, said: “There had been a dispute between them over £160 in cash and some possessions, including a mobile phone taken from the defendant when he was intoxicated and asleep at his friend’s flat. The Defendant pleaded guilty to murder and having an article with a blade or point and was sentenced […]
