Why is the Crown Prosecution Service recruiting corporate lawyers who couldn’t find a post after qualification rather than drawing from an experienced pool of defence practitioners, asks Jonathan Black When a well-respected prosecutor suffers a nervous breakdown and attempts to murder his spouse, it is alarming on many levels. It is well reported that stress levels … Continued
Jonathan Black reacts to the suggestion that the Secretary of State for Justice is considering abandoning the development of problem-solving courts. See full story in Solicitors’ Journal http://www.solicitorsjournal.com/comment/problem-solving-courts-and-truss%E2%80%99s-new-tough-crime-agenda
We have dealt with many scenarios where our clients have been accused simply because they are present at the scene and even if they knew what might be likely to happen, they did not take part. We have dealt with many scenarios where our clients have been accused simply because they are present at the … Continued
Jonathan Black interviewed in The Law Society Gazette regarding The Haliday Case Jonathan Black talks to the Gazette about the terrifying moment his client was arrested on an international arrest warrant issued by UAE Click here to read full article Particular mention also ought to be given to Ben Cooper http://www.doughtystreet.co.uk/barristers/profile/ben-cooper who was instructed
Jon Black reviews 2015 for Solicitors’ Journal BSB Partner Jonathan Black reviews 2015 and the fight to prevent the closure of 70 % of criminal defence firms. http://www.solicitorsjournal.com/comment/dispatches-legal-aid-front
The Sentencing Council have issued new guidelines to ensure that cases are not unnecessarily sent to The Crown Court . New guidelines have been published to assist Magistrates when deciding whether to send a case to The Crown Court. The general rule is that cases would be tried in the magistrate’s court unless the likely … Continued
BSB solicitor Nathan Seymour-Hyde uncovers serious omission in police investigation. Following a two-week trial at Inner London Crown Court regarding an allegation of rape of a 13 year old, our client was found not guilty of all charges. BSB Solicitor Nathan Seymour-Hyde, uncovered serious omissions in the police investigation, including a failure to obtain evidence … Continued
In 40 years of legal practice, never has anyone been arrested for conspiracy to commit disorderly conduct. They were merely holding small placards but had several valuable belongings seized from their home address as a result. My clients were arrested for what was a peaceful and what many would see as a legitimate non-violent protest concerning … Continued
Legal commentator Catherine Baksi interviews BSB partner Jon Black Jon Black explains to Catherine Baksi the background and aims of the current dispute over legal aid cuts. www.legalhackette.com/2015/08/03/lunch-with-jon-black/
Jonathan Black was presented with Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year Award 2015 for work campaigning to protect access to justice. LCCSA President and BSB Partner Jonathan Black in accepting the award alongside Paul Harris and CLSA’s Bill Waddington and Robin Murray said, ” This award is received on behalf of a team of professionals … Continued
BSB Partner explains why lawyers are discussing action against legal aid cuts The proposed Legal aid cuts will mean that our clients may not receive the service that they have previously benefitted from, as solicitors decide to take a stand for access to justice. Lawyers in Liverpool are about to set a trend . http://www.theguardian.com/law/2015/jun/25/lawyers-to-refuse-criminal-cases-in-protest-at-cuts-to-legal-aid-fees?CMP=twt_gu
Our Partner Jonathan Black criticises Government decision to close down two-thirds of crime practices. BSB solicitors pride themselves on providing both a private service for those not eligible for public funding and legal aid for those who need. These are the concerns about government proposals to plough on with reforms that will seriously affect access to … Continued
