We are pleased to report a Court of Appeal victory. Alured Darlington, partner, together with instructed counsel, Abigail Bright of Doughty Street Chambers, wins reduction of sentence in the Court of Appeal: 5-year custodial term reduced to 4 years for importation of cocaine, before Leveson L.J., Nichol, J., and the Recorder of Nottingham. Representation Order … Continued
Jon Black successfully applied to lift an ASBO on behalf of one of our clients Jonathan Black successfully persuaded the court to lift an ASBO that had been placed upon a client for an indefinite period seven years ago. History Jonathan and the same client had previously made history in 2006 when he represented him … Continued
The Standard published a piece attacking ‘rich criminals’ Lord Ken MacDonald QC writing in the Evening Standard yesterday used the term rich criminals as if he were writing a column for the populist press. Most of the legal community would agree that frozen assets should be released more easily to fund the legal proceedings. But … Continued
The Court of Appeal rejection of Alured Darlington’s drug mules case has been reported Despite his tenacious efforts, the Court of Appeal rejected Alured’s appeal on behalf of drugs mules sentenced prior to the Sentencing Guidelines Council publication of new guidelines. Their decision describes Alured as being on a ‘mission’ which is certainly true, and although the … Continued
One of Mark Studdert’s clients admitted a large scale fraud at Harrow Crown Court As has been reported in the press, one of our clients pleaded guilty to a large scale fraud recently. Fraud Solicitors
Jim has had some recent case successes which are summarised here. FAMILY AFFAIR Jonathan Black and James Skelsey acting as Solicitor/Advocates represented a mother/father and son charged with money laundering, possession with intent to supply controlled drugs and possession of a CS gas canister after cash and drugs were found at their home address. Not guilty pleas … Continued
We have been recently instructed in a murder allegation, which will be tried next year at The Old Bailey. Read more about murder charges.
Emma Lipscombe and Carol Hawley of Tooks Chambers represented a banker who has admitted fraud offences One of Emma’s clients admitted her role as has been reported in a large scale fraud at Lloyds Bank Fraud Solicitors
Alured Darlington appeared in the Court of Appeal but his appeal was rejected The Solicitor’s Journal has published an article on Alured Darlington’s attempt to seek leave to appeal, which was rejected. Get in touch if you have been arrested on drug possession charges
A client of Richard Parry’s walked free following a Court of Appeal ruling. One of our client’s faced allegations of murder, but following a botched ID procedure, the Court of Appeal rejected a Prosecution appeal after the trial judge had thrown the case out. Whilst this be no comfort to the families of the deceased, it … Continued
For the fifth year in a row, we are pleased that we have again been listed in Chambers Directory as a Leading Firm in Criminal Defence work. The firm has been a ranked practice for the past 5 years, and Paul Butcher also receives acknowledgement for his work, being lauded for his “encyclopedic knowledge of criminal law.” He is noted for … Continued
The Court of Appeal have reduced a teenager’s sentence following an appeal court hearing.
