Caroline Haughey QC & Joel Smith shortlisted for top criminal practitioner awardsSeptember 29, 2020We are proud to announce that Caroline Haughey QC has been shortlisted for the top criminal silk award and Joel Smith has been shortlisted for the top criminal junior award at the upcoming Chambers & Partners UK Bar Awards 2020.  The event will be held on 17th November 2020, by virtual means, with the winners […]
‘The curious case of Wigan Athletic & the English Football League’s owners & directors test’August 17, 2020Ed Gross’ above-titled article, regarding recent events at Wigan Athletic Football Club, has been published by the leading sports law website, LawInSport.  Ed co-authored the article with Wayne Barnes, exploring the issues that have arisen from the administration of Wigan Athletic.  There have been cries for a full investigation into what happened at the Club […]
Vanarama National League Playoffs under way after Craig Harris advice on COVID RegsJuly 24, 2020Craig Harris, instructed by Mel Stein of Clintons Solicitors, advised the Vanarama National League on the viability of staging its 2019/20 Playoff competition under the Coronavirus Regulations. The Playoffs culminate this weekend, 2nd August, with the National League finalists vying for promotion to the EFL at Wembley Stadium.  Good luck to all involved! See Craig’s […]
Nick Hearn appearing for Indian Government in Nirav Modi Extradition HearingMay 12, 2020The 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 […]
Can transmitting COVID-19 be a crime?April 22, 2020In 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. […]
Furnival Chambers’ approach to working through the CoronavirusMarch 19, 2020Because 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 […]
Silks DayMarch 16, 2020A huge congratulations to Frida Hussain who takes silk today!
A resounding win on appeal today by Charlotte BellamyMarch 10, 2020A 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 childMarch 9, 2020Ben 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.
Nicholas Hearn successful in High Court for Government of India in Nirav Modi caseMarch 5, 2020This 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 sports law interview at Wembley StadiumMarch 3, 2020Craig 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 fourMarch 2, 2020Frida 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.
Oliver Doherty and Elfreda Sarfo of Sarfo & Co, secure acquittal of man accused of Armed RobberyFebruary 24, 2020Oliver Doherty and Elfreda Sarfo of Sarfo & Co, work together in acquittal of man accused of Armed Robbery at Peterborough Crown Court. You can see Oliver’s full profile here.
Sadaf Etemadi secures unanimous acquittal of a yoga instructor charged with sexual assaultFebruary 19, 2020Sadaf Etemadi secures unanimous acquittal of a yoga instructor charged with sexual assault at Isleworth Crown Court. Instructed by Orlando Sanchez of LP Evans.
Congratulations to our very own Pippa McAtasney QC & Jeremy Carter-Manning QC for their involvement in TV drama, White House FarmFebruary 17, 2020Congratulations to Pippa McAtasney QC & Jeremy Carter-Manning QC for their involvement as Courtroom Advisors, in the factual TV drama, White House Farm.
Christopher Meredith represented Miss Mathurin in a case where police and lawyers are criticised after three year wait for justice  February 13, 2020Christopher Meredith represented Miss Mathurin in a case where police and lawyers are criticised after a three year wait for justice in a stolen car case. Take a look at the full press report here: https://www.standard.co.uk/news/crime/threeyear-wait-justice-stolen-car-case-talisha-mathurin-a4358936.html  
Frida Hussain secures unanimous acquittal of defendant charged in multi handed conspiracy to supply class A drugs trialFebruary 10, 2020Frida Hussain secures unanimous acquittal of defendant charged in multi handed conspiracy to supply class A drugs trial (Operation Moselle) at Bradford Crown Court. Instructed by the Crime Defence team, Imran Younis, Majid Malik and Mohammed Farooq of Hurrairah Harris Solicitors.
Lefi Siatta runs a ‘cut throat defence’ and secures the acquittal of the main defendant in the kidnapping and blackmail of twoFebruary 7, 2020Lefi Siatta runs a ‘cut throat defence’ and secures the acquittal of the main defendant in the kidnapping and blackmail of two, one of which was beaten for hours with weapons and then placed in the boot of a vehicle. Not guilty verdicts also returned in respect of assaults and possession with intent to supply […]
Charles Burton secures acquittal in defence of male charged with kidnap, blackmail and brutal punishment beatingFebruary 7, 2020After a four week trial, Charles Burton secures acquittal in cut throat defence of male charged with kidnap, blackmail and brutal punishment beating of two alleged victims over drug debt. Instructed by Stuart Miller Solicitors
Frida Hussain’s juvenile client acquitted of charges of Attempted Murder and Section 18 assaultFebruary 6, 2020Frida Hussain’s juvenile client acquitted of charges of Attempted Murder and Section 18 assault, after a 7 day trial at Leeds Crown Court. Instructed by Majid Malik and Mohammed Farook at Hurrairah Harris Solicitors.
Iwona Boesche secured acquittal of a defendant charged with attempted robberyFebruary 5, 2020Iwona Boesche secured acquittal of a defendant charged with attempted robbery. The jury took just 47 minutes, after a two-day trial, to return unanimous verdict of not guilty. Instructed by CDMK.
Giles Cockings QC & Mark Fraser secured another acquittal of a defendant charged with murder and manslaughter.January 31, 2020Giles Cockings QC & Mark Fraser secured another acquittal of a defendant charged with murder and manslaughter. The jury took just over three hours to return unanimous verdicts of Not Guilty. Instructed by Keith Pringle and Shaun Neville of Satha & Co.
Lefi TsiattalouLefi Siatta successfully resists Attorney General’s Reference to increase her client’s suspended sentenceJanuary 28, 2020Lefi Siatta successfully resists Attorney General’s Reference to increase her client’s suspended sentence in a case concerning the Distribution of Indecent Images involving a Metropolitan Police Chief Superintendent. Instructed by Bark & Co
Oliver Doherty secures acquittal of serving prisoner charged with threatening to killJanuary 27, 2020Oliver Doherty secures acquittal of serving prisoner charged with threatening to kill (by beheading) a prison officer in HMP Swaleside. Instructed by Cecilia Goodwin of Stephensons Solicitors.