2nd May 2012
MI6 agent Gareth Williams unlawfully killed
Linenhall Barrister Anthony O'Toole represented the family of MI6 agent Gareth Williams during the 7 day hearing. Coroner Dr Fiona Wilcox had delivered a narrative verdict that "on the balance of probabilities" Gareth had been unlawfully killed.
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17th April 2012
Robert walks for Cancer Research
Senior Clerk, Robert King, will be taking part in a coast to coast walk in May in aid of Cancer Research. To support Robert in his efforts as well as donating to a very worthy cause please take a look at Robert’s Just Giving page.
14th March 2012
Former Aston Villa Captain Successfully Defended On Assault Charge
Jamie Jenkins successfully defended a former captain of Aston Villa football club after allegations had been made that he had assaulted a boy and his father after a junior football match. The District Judge dismissed the charges after a two day trial.
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1st February 2012
North Wales Winter Seminars
Linenhall Chambers have recently held seminars for Criminal law, with Barristers from Linenhall presenting as well guest speaker, Dr Brian Rodgers, in October.
The Family Law seminar, held on the 19th of January was chaired by Jeannie France-Hayhurst, Head of the Family Team, with speakers Matthew Corbett-Jones, Clare Jones and Kate Anslow.
Both seminars have been great successes with over 50 solicitors from Cheshire and North Wales attending. For future seminars and events planned please see the link here
2nd December 2011
Christmas drinks reception a huge success.
The Christmas drinks reception at Linenhall Chambers was a huge success on Friday evening. Over 120 people descended on One Stanley Place to enjoy champagne cocktails and delicious canapés.
24th October 2011
Gavin Reeves named Fundraiser of the Year by Muscular Dystrophy campaign.
Family Clerk Gavin Reeves has been named Fundraiser of the Year by The Muscular Dystrophy campaign. Gavin has been raising money for the campaign for 15 years in a row by running the London Marathon, totalling 390 miles so far. Best start training for next year, well done Gavin.
To see Gavin receive his award click here
15th September 2011
Speeding appeal won could affect motorists convicted of speeding offences.
Paulinus Barnes has won an appeal could have implications for hundreds of motorists convicted of speeding offences. The prosecution case collapsed after expert evidence cast doubt on the reliability of laser devices when operated through a windscreen. In this case the police office accepted that he directed a laser device at the driver’s car through the windscreen of his vehicle. The driver’s conviction was quashed by the court after the prosecution accepted that there were doubts as to speed calculated by the device.
30th June 2011
Chambers involved in important Court of Appeal decision.
'Members of Chambers were recently involved in an important Court of Appeal decision concerning the admissibility of indecent images in trials concerning allegations of sexual assault. Matthew Dunford conducted the conjoined appeals on behalf of the Crown. The case is reported at Regina v D (N), Regina v P (A), Regina v U (S) [2011] WLR (D) 166.'
27th June 2011
Linenhall Chambers Summer event at the Racecourse
Chambers was delighted to welcome over 200 guests, who all enjoyed an evening of entertainment along with some excellent wine and hospitality.
Click here to see photos from the event.
19th May 2011
Members' Charity Cycle from Land's End to John O'Groats
On Saturday 21st May, Dafydd Roberts, Brett Williamson, Huw Edwards (Bone and Payne) and Anna Pope are setting off down to Cornwall along with a number of others to cycle from Land's End to John O'Groats for various charities. Click here to support the cause.