The Standard published a piece attacking ‘rich criminals’ Lord Ken MacDonald QC writing in the Evening Standard yesterday used the term rich criminals as if he were writing a column for the populist press. Most of the legal community would agree that frozen assets should be released more easily to fund the legal proceedings. But … Continued
The Court of Appeal rejection of Alured Darlington’s drug mules case has been reported Despite his tenacious efforts, the Court of Appeal rejected Alured’s appeal on behalf of drugs mules sentenced prior to the Sentencing Guidelines Council publication of new guidelines. Their decision describes Alured as being on a ‘mission’ which is certainly true, and although the … Continued
One of Mark Studdert’s clients admitted a large scale fraud at Harrow Crown Court As has been reported in the press, one of our clients pleaded guilty to a large scale fraud recently. Fraud Solicitors
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
