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.
An important challenge to a refusal of the Court of Appeal to grant Leave to Appeal will be made by Alured Darlington on 31st October. Article. R v Fasicna. For hearing Court of Appeal. 31 October 2012 On 27 February 2012 a new drug sentencing guideline came into effect which reduced the sentences for those … Continued
Jon was interviewed on File on 4 recently Jonathan Black featured File on 4 ‘s investigation into undercover policing . The broadcast investigated the intrusive nature of policing practices, and included an interviews with Jonathan Black and his client Sinclair Lewis, who was sharing a flat with an undercover officer seeking to illicit evidence in … Continued
As the Olympics approach, what price justice? Jon Black, LCCSA Training Officer penned an ironic take on the Justice system for The Advocate. He may have struck a cord as the recently implemented ‘Stop Delaying Justice’ initiative attempts to urge us all not to ‘waste a moment’ in ensuring the criminal justice system sprints its way across … Continued
Jon Black helped our client secure an acquittal at the Old Bailey. BSB Partner Jon Black, led by Michael Magarian QC, secured the acquittal of their client SL after a retrial. The defendant was originally charged with Murder and preventing the unlawful burial of his ex partner whose remains were found in an allotment in Walthamstow some … Continued
Alured Darlington proudly carried the Olmypic flame today through Enfield. Alured has devoted his life to fighting for justice one way or another, and so it was with great pride he carried the flame through Enfield.
