Please read Ed Gross’ latest piece for the Young Fraud Lawyers Association newsletter on the recent Unexplained Wealth Order judgment in National Crime Agency v Andrew J Baker, Vailla Magna Foundation, Manrick Private Foundation, Alderton Investments Limited, Tropicana Assets Foundation [2020] EWHC 822 (Admin). No doubt a setback for the NCA, but very much an […]
The high-profile Extradition Hearing in the case of Government of India v Nirav Modi began on Monday (11th May) at Westminster Magistrates’ Court. Nick Hearn is appearing on behalf of the Government of India, led by Helen Malcolm QC. Mr Modi is represented by Clare Montgomery QC and Ben Watson. The matter is listed for […]
In this thought-provoking article, our pupil Adam Squibbs offers guidance on when the transmission of COVID-19 might amount to an offence of causing grievous, or actual bodily harm and identifies the potential obstacles to successful prosecutions. Please contact our Chambers clerks if you require any advice on the legal implications of the spread of coronavirus. […]
Because of the potential effect of this virus, Chambers has decided that it is necessary for all members of Furnival and clerks to work, so far as possible, individually and away from Chambers itself. This will happen with immediate effect and will last initially until the 17th April when the situation will be reviewed. The […]
A huge congratulations to Frida Hussain who takes silk today!
A resounding win on appeal today by Charlotte Bellamy at Maidstone Crown Court against two convictions for failing to provide driver details under s172 Road Traffic Act. Both convictions quashed and disqualification lifted. Instructed by Clarke Kiernan Solicitors. You can see Charlotte’s full profile here.
Ben Gordon secures acquittal for Polish woman accused of abducting British child and taking her to Poland. Instructed by Laura O’Brien of Hodge Jones & Allen Solicitors. You can see Ben’s full profile here.
This morning (05/03/20) Nirav Modi appeared before Mr Justice Dove in his fifth application for bail in relation to extradition proceedings arising from the $1bn Punjabi National Bank fraud case. This was Mr Modi’s second High Court bail application, his first having been refused by Mrs Justice Simler (as she then was) in June 2019 […]
Craig Harris was interviewed recently at Wembley Stadium on updates in sports law. He also appeared as a guest speaker on the topic at UCFB Wembley. You can see Craig’s full profile here. @CLH_CraigHarris #sportslaw
Frida Hussain’s client unanimously acquitted of charges alleging attempted murder of a family of four people by fire and Arson with intent to endanger life. Instructed by Mayfair Solicitors Halifax. You can see Frida’s full profile here.
