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10/11/2022
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 […]
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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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Last Chance to secure a place on the ‘Not the Jordan’s Financial Remedies Seminar 12th October 2022 – All Saints, Pilgrim Street, Newcastle
We have a great line up of speakers and topics on this very informative seminar. With only a few places remaining – if you wish to attend please contact Joanne Brown or complete the online request here
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Chambers extends a warm welcome to our new pupils.
Calum McNicholas graduated with a first-class degree in law and an Outstanding on the Bar Professional Training Course. He received the Linda Sykes Memorial Prize for ranking first in his cohort, and was one of two students admitted to the Northumbria Bar Course Honour Roll. He also received the Middle Temple Certificate of Honour for […]
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