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17/11/2022
Katy Watson: England Women’s Professional Development Phase
Katy had a fantastic experience on her trip to Portugal for the England Women’s Professional Development Phase. She had a brilliant time at camp and received very positive feedback. She played 90 mins for U18’s and was on the bench for U19’s. Well done Katy and keep up the hard work.
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Sophie Buckley appointed as Deputy Judge of the Upper Tribunal
Chambers is very pleased to announce Sophie Buckley’s appointment as a Deputy Judge of the Upper Tribunal, Administrative Appeals Chamber. Sophie was sworn in by Mrs Justice Farbey DBE in a ceremony at the Rolls Building on 14th November. Alongside this new role, Sophie will continue to sit as a Judge of the Employment Tribunals […]
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Durham Prison death inquest criticises restraint methods
The use of restraint techniques on a prison inmate who was found hanged in his cell was “disproportionate”, an inquest has concluded. Senior assistant coroner Crispin Oliver said “action should be taken to deal with a ‘critical lack of staffing’ at the prison but notably in the segregation unit”. Media coverage of the inquest can […]
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The Northern Family Law Conference
Dere Street Barristers are proud to sponsor The Northern Family Law Conference at The Guildhall, York on Tuesday 15th November. For further information, an agenda and how to book tickets please click here
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Call up for Katy Watson: England Women’s Professional Development Phase
Chambers are delighted to share the news that Katy Watson has been called up to the England Women’s Professional Development Phase squad for the Algarve Cup. Katy leaves for Portugal with the squad on Monday morning. Good luck Katy and enjoy this fantastic opportunity that Chambers hope is one of many. Thoroughly well deserved!
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Family Arbitration Webinar
Scarborough CILEx Branch invite you to attend the Family Arbitration Webinar on Thursday 17th November 2022 @ 16:00 (Zoom link will follow) presented by Dere Street’s Crispin Oliver. TO BOOK YOUR PLACE, PLEASE CONTACT: debbie.agus@jlmsolicitors.co.uk
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Deputy District Judge Appointment
Chambers congratulate Sarah Holmes on her appointment as Deputy District Judge on the North Eastern Circuit to sit within the Civil and Family Jurisdiction. This is a part time position and Sarah will continue to practice in Civil and Family Law. If you wish to instructed Sarah then please contact her clerks here who will […]
Read More20/10/2022
S -v- K Durham County Court – Relief from Sanctions Application before DJ Thomas
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 […]
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Chambers are delighted to have many members recommended in Chambers and Partners 2023 Edition
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 […]
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