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| 2026-07-05 12:30:57 | Pupillage 20269KBW delighted to announce that three new Pupils will be joining Chambers in October 2026. Following successful pupillage interviews we are very pleased to say that offers of pupillage have been accepted by Ismahan Mohamed, Anna Khalfaoui and Neela Nee |
| 2026-06-02 10:40:23 | London Legal Walk9 KBW are very proud to be participating in the 2026 London Legal Walk. We would be so pleased and grateful for your support of our team in fundraising, to help those in need gain access to life-changing free legal advice. |
| 2026-05-28 12:24:19 | Seth Cox instructed in successful Appeal against ConvictionFollowing a successful application to exclude Bad Character evidence and robust cross-examination of the OIC on reasonable lines of inquiries not pursued, the Court found that there were too many uncertainties for the Bench to be ‘sure’ of the Defendant’s guilt. |
| 2026-05-28 12:21:03 | Three 9 KBW Pupils successful in applying to the CPS Advocate PanelWarmest congratulations to Seth Cox, Natalya Williams and Emily Arnott who all successfully applied at level 1 to the CPS Advocate Panel. Well done and welcome to the 9 KBW prosecution team |
| 2026-05-17 11:48:02 | 9 KBW delighted to announce that three new Pupils will be joining Chambers in October 2026Following successful pupillage interviews we are very pleased to say that offers of pupillage have been accepted by Ismahan Mohamed, Anna Khalfaoui and Neela Nee A very warm welcome from all at 9 KBW |
| 2026-04-04 08:42:49 | Harry Stallard instructed in successful prosecution of defendant accused of Assisting Unlawful ImmigrationAfter a 5-day trial at Isleworth Crown Court, Harry Stallard - instructed for the Prosecution, secured a conviction for Assisting Unlawful Immigration. The Defendant from West London, was shown, through extensive messages with an associate in France, to have planned a scheme to facilitate the entry of a third person. |
| 2026-03-13 18:23:31 | Samuel March successfully represents three defendants, in two separate matters, involving the rescue of puppies for animal testingSamuel March was instructed in a five-handed burglary trial before Peterborough Crown Court relating to the rescue by Animal Rising activists of 18 beagle puppies, from a facility that breeds dogs for animal testing. Samuel argued that their actions were not “dishonest” by the standards of ordinary decent people. The defendants were acquitted. (see Cambsnews 10 March 2026, Historic Peterborough Crown Court verdict: five cleared after rescuing beagle puppies from MBR Acres) |
| 2026-03-13 17:29:38 | Atticus Blick in successful appeal Against Sentence in The Court of AppealAtticus Blick was instructed as Respondent Counsel in an appeal against sentence before the Court of Appeal. Submissions that the Court should successively constitute itself as a Divisional Court, a Magistrates’ Court, and a Crown Court to correct the sentence were adopted verbatim. |
| 2026-02-22 12:47:49 | MOCK TRIAL EXPERIENCE AS A JUROR9 King’s Bench Walk invites prospective mini- pupillage applicants, graduates and those considering a career at the Criminal Bar to act as jurors in a mock trial in the Crown Court sitting at Wood Green. In 2014 Robyn Murdo-Smith, a retired police Sergeant, joined 9 KBW as a tenant and part of our team of criminal law specialists. |
| 2025-12-17 15:37:17 | Clement Idowu, Rhys Allen and Tom Barclay were all successful in their applications to join the Crown Prosecution Service General Crime Panel at level 2Warmest congratulations to each of them from all at 9 KBW |
| 2025-12-17 15:34:15 | Atticus Blick successful in applications to join the CPS General Crime Panel at level 3, the RASSO Panel and the Serious Crime Panel at level 2Many congratulations from all at 9 KBW. |
| 2025-12-17 15:31:34 | Louis Maskell successful in application to join the Crown prosecution Service Serious Crime Group Panel at level 3Louis is also a member of the General Crime Panel at level 3 and the RASSO Panel Warmest congratulations from all at 9 KBW. |
| 2025-12-17 15:29:02 | Defendants Sentenced in Online Safety Act Case Prosecuted by Jonathan Mole and Atticus BlickIn what is believed to be the first trial under the Online Safety Act 2023, two defendants have been sentenced for numerous charges including three counts of encouraging or assisting serious self-harm contrary to section 184 of the Online Safety Act 2023. |
| 2025-12-09 09:13:41 | Harriet Snookes successfully represents grime artist and music producer in application for interim injunction against popular social media commentatorHarriet Snookes is currently instructed to represent a successful grime artist and music producer at Clerkenwell and Shoreditch County Court. Harriet was successful in applying for an interim injunction preventing the respondent, a popular social media commentator, from pursuing a course of action amounting to harassment. |
| 2025-11-24 11:29:47 | Callum Morgan instructed as Led Junior in Organised Crime Gang firearms smuggling caseCallum Morgan, led by Gareth Munday of Deka Chambers, prosecuted the leader of an organised crime group who had conspired to smuggle firearms and ammunition into the United Kingdom with the intention of supplying them to criminals. A total of 169 Glock pistols, 2 AR15's and over 2,700 rounds of ammunition were sourced from the United States. |
| 2025-11-24 10:42:57 | Jury experience opportunity for undergraduate students, students currently undertaking the academic component of the Call to the Bar, and prospective pupillage applicantsWe are very pleased to be able to offer a unique experience to undergraduate students, students currently undertaking the academic component of the Call to the Bar, and prospective pupillage applicants., to apply to sit as a juror during a series of mock trials that will take place in 2026, as part of our OIC Roadshow. |
| 2025-11-24 10:40:43 | 9 KBW is offering 3 funded 12 month pupillages commencing October 20269 KBW is delighted to announce that we are offering 3 funded pupillages from October 2026. Full details are advertised on the Pupillage Gateway and Chambers Pupillage Recruitment page of this website, from where you can also download the application form and our Pupillage Policy |
| 2025-11-11 14:07:03 | Adrian Yalland joins Chambers as a Probationary TenantChambers are delighted to extend a very welcome to Adrian Yalland who joins Chambers as a Probationary Tenant with effect from November 3rd 2025. Adrian will specialise in criminal law. |
| 2025-11-11 14:06:03 | John Lucas, a highly experienced criminal practitioner joins 9 KBW9 KBW are delighted to welcome John Lucas, a specialist criminal practitioner called in 1998, to the 9 KBW crime team from November 2025. A very warm welcome John from all at 9 KBW |
| 2025-11-11 14:05:10 | Rhys Allen and Tom Barclay accept invitations to join Chambers following PupillageChambers are delighted to announce that following successful completion of their pupillage Rhys Allen and Tom Barclay have both accepted invitations to become members of 9 KBW Rhys and Tom will both practice in crime and regulatory law. |
| 2025-10-27 12:23:15 | 9 KBW welcomes three new First Six PupilsChambers is delighted to welcome our new pupils, Emily Arnott, Seth Cox and Natalya Williams. Each commenced pupillage with 9 KBW on October 1st 2025 and we are anticipating an exciting and rewarding 12 months with us as they start their career at the bar. |
| 2025-10-19 13:19:38 | Daniel Cohen successfully defends client charged with wounding with intent.Instructed by Reeves and Co, Daniel Cohen secured the acquittal of a 17-year-old defendant charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, following a 6 day trial at Basildon Crown Court. |
| 2025-08-19 13:16:17 | Katie Horgan successful in application to join the CPS Advocate PanelChambers is delighted to announce that katie Horgan, one of Chambers second six pupils, has been successful in her application to join the CPS Advocate Panel at level 1. |
| 2025-07-29 14:21:06 | Sam March in successful defence of security dog handler charged with offences under the Dangerous Dogs Act.Instructed by Isabel Corrigan (of Clarke Kiernan LLP), Samuel March represented an award-winning security dog handler, who was charged with Dangerous Dogs Act offences after her prize-winning Dutch Herder was involved in an incident in which three people (including Defendant herself) were injured. The complainants were leaving basic obedience training with their young XL Bully called Tyson, who they asserted categorically was not in any way involved in the incident. |
| 2025-07-29 14:15:27 | Andrew Cohen defends IT worker accused of Islamisation of Europe rantAndrew Cohen was instructed to defend in a case where an IT worker hacked Network Rail wi-fi to rant about the 'Islamisation of Europe' The IT worker' has avoided jail after a judge took into account prison overcrowding. |
| 2025-06-05 10:54:30 | Tom Barclay successful in application to join the Crown Prosecution Service Advocate PanelChambers is delighted to announce that Tom Barclay, one of Chambers pupils, has been appointed to the Crown Prosecution Service Advocate Panel at level 1. Congratulations to Tom on joining 9KBW’s highly successful criminal prosecution team |
| 2025-05-13 09:39:49 | Rhys Allen successful in application to join the Crown Prosecution Service Advocate Panel.Chambers is delighted to announce that Rhys Allen, one of Chambers pupils, has been appointed to the Crown Prosecution Service Advocate Panel at level 1. Congratulations to Rhys on joining 9KBW’s highly regarded criminal prosecution team |
| 2025-04-25 17:05:57 | George Skinner represents client in plea to criminal damage after initial charge of aggravated burglary.George’s client pleaded to the lesser offence of criminal damage, with the Crown accepting this plea instead of one of aggravated burglary. |
| 2025-04-25 17:04:08 | George Skinner secures a community order in a case involving the offence of possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence.George Skinner was instructed for the defence in a case where the offence was committed against a random member of the public, who was waiting at a bus stop. |
| 2025-04-25 17:02:19 | George Skinner in successful prosecution of domestic violence case after a 9 day trialFollowing this 9-day trial at Snaresbrook Crown Court, the defendant was convicted of all 10-counts on indictment in a complex case of prolonged domestic violence. |
| 2025-04-25 16:59:10 | George Skinner successfully prosecutes case of harassmentGeorge was instructed to prosecute in a complex case of harassment (putting a person in fear of violence) where the defendant was convicted. |
| 2025-04-17 13:38:11 | Harriet Snookes accepts invitation of Tenancy at 9 KBW9 KBW is delighted to announce that Harriet Snookes has accepted an invitation of tenancy, effective from April 1st 2025. Warmest congratulations Harriet from all at 9 KBW |
| 2025-04-11 11:12:27 | Piers Walter successfully defends client charged with affray and assault of emergency workerInstructed by Payton’s Solicitors, Piers Walter defended a young man of good character who was unanimously acquitted of affray and assault on an emergency worker following a 7-day trial at Inner London Crown Court which involved three defendants. |
| 2025-03-04 17:19:23 | 9 KBW Law Article by Atticus Blick on Understanding the Offence of Non-Fatal Strangulation – “Ordinary Meaning” and recent CPS Legal GuidanceRead the full article in the 9KBW Law page |
| 2025-02-17 18:23:09 | Clement Idowu joins 9 KBW9 KBW is delighted to announce that Clement Idowu has joined Chambers as a tenant from February 17th 2025. Clement has considerable experience and expertise in the practice of Criminal Law, having been a solicitor advocate until taking up a position as in house counsel in 2018. |
| 2025-02-17 18:18:58 | Steven PidcockChambers is deeply saddened to announce that our much valued and respected colleague, Steven Pidcock, passed away, on January 16th 2025, after a long illness, which he battled throughout with courage and fortitude. Steven was a highly experienced, knowledgeable and a particularly fearless advocate, who specialised in representing the most vulnerable in society. |
| 2025-01-25 12:00:21 | Claire Stevenson successfully acts for the CPS Extradition Unit as the Respondent to an appeal which considered how to approach Article 8 and hybrid arrest warrants.The facts and details of this case and the link to the full Judgment can be found on the 9 KBW Law page |
| 2025-01-19 12:48:40 | Daniel Cohen successfully defends client accused of Supply of Class A drugs in County Lines operationInstructed by Hussein Solicitors, Daniel Cohen’s represented a client who was acquitted by a jury of being concerned in the supply of class A drugs. The case concerned a “County lines” operation in Sussex. Three co-defendants had all pleaded guilty. |
| 2025-01-17 12:07:16 | Clara Sibanda successfully prosecutes man charged with Attempted Arson With Intent to Endanger LifeClara Sibanda, instructed by the prosecution successfully prosecuted a defendant charged with Arson with Intent to Endanger Life. The charges arose after a brief hostile interaction with the victim at a busy A&E department when the Defendant lit barbecue blocks and attempted to set the victim alight. |
| 2025-01-08 11:52:10 | 9 King’s Bench Talk is live!Chambers launches 9 King’s Bench Talk, our new podcast series talking about life as a pupil at 9 KBW and how to get there! This is the first in series of podcasts that deals not only with applying for and undertaking pupillage at 9KBW, |
| 2024-12-19 15:31:07 | Claire Stevenson appointed to the List of Special Regulatory AdvocatesChambers are delighted to announce that Claire Stevenson has been successful in her application to join the List of Specialist Regulatory Advocates at Category B. |
| 2024-12-19 15:29:17 | 9 KBW members Dan Cohen and Clara Sibanda successful in their applications to join the CPS RASSO Panel9 KBW are very pleased to announce that Dan Cohen and Clara Sibanda have both been successful in their applications to join the CPS RASSO (Rape and Serious Sexual Offences) Panel. |
| 2024-12-19 15:27:59 | 9 KBW members Charles Austin-Groome, Harry Stallard and Atticus Blick successful in applications to upgrade on the CPS Advocate Panel9 KBW extends warm congratulations to Charles Austin-Groome and Harry Stallard, who are now Grade 3 and Atticus Blick who are now Grade 2 on the CPS Advocate Panel |
| 2024-11-28 15:23:16 | Chambers welcomes new tenant Devon Small9 KBW is delighted to welcome Devon Small as a new tenant, as of December 2nd 2024, Devon is a highly experienced criminal practitioner, undertaking cases at all levels of weight and complexity, including Murder and Serious Sexual Offences. |
| 2024-11-28 14:45:08 | Chambers welcomes new Tenant Neil SturmanChambers is delighted to announce that Neil Sturman has been successful in his application for Tenancy, after completion of his pupillage at 9 KBW. This is effective from December 1st 2024 and a new profile will be available shortly on Chambers website. |
| 2024-11-28 14:30:55 | Chambers welcomes new Probationary Tenant Harriet SnookesChambers is delighted to announce that Harriet Snookes has been successful in her application for Probationary Tenancy, after completion of her pupillage at 9 KBW. |
| 2024-11-28 14:28:42 | Chambers welcomes new Tenant Atticus BlickChambers is delighted to announce that Atticus Blick has been successful in his application for Tenancy after completion of his pupillage at 9 KBW. This is effective from December 1st 2024 and a new profile will be available shortly on Chambers website. |
| 2024-11-20 16:03:43 | Sam March successful in High Court appeal against an order for the immediate destruction of a dog under s.4(1) of the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 (“the 1991 Act”).F v CPS This case was a High Court appeal, by way of case stated, before Lord Justice Coulson under s.28 of the Senior Courts Act 1981 from a decision of the Crown Court at Harrow, made on 15 June 2023 for the destruction of a dog under the DDA 199Samuel March Dangerous Dogs Act cases Animal Welfare Act cases |
| 2024-11-19 21:24:32 | Sam March client acquitted after trial under Dangerous Dogs ActInstructed by Scarlett Watkins of Carson Kaye solicitors, Samuel March represented a client who was acquitted after trial of being in charge of a dog who was dangerously out of control. |
| 2024-11-19 21:22:21 | Atticus Blick prosecutes case of strangulation of a police officerSecond six pupil Atticus Blick prosecuted a defendant who intentionally strangled an on duty police officer. The sentencing hearing was reported by Kent Online: |
| 2024-11-19 21:18:39 | Daniel Cohen and Shabeena Azhar successfully prosecute 3 handed firearms caseDaniel Cohen led Shabeena Azhar in prosecuting a three-handed firearms trial at Woolwich Crown Court.Serious and Organised Crime Shabeena Azhar Daniel Cohen Firearms |
| 2024-11-19 21:14:56 | Samuel March Instructed as Led Junior Counsel in Judicial Review proceedings against DEFRAOur resident dog expert, Samuel March, has recently joined the all pro-bono legal team for Sophie Coulthard and Don’t Ban Me Licence Me, who are bringing Judicial Review proceedings against DEFRA in respect of the regulations banning XL Bully Dogs. |
| 2024-08-13 11:45:23 | Harry Stallard successfully defends client in drugs supply caseHarry Stallard, instructed by Morgan Has, defended a young man who was unanimously acquitted after a 4-day trial at Snaresbrook Crown Court of possession with intent to supply cannabis. It was alleged that he, together with his co-accused, were out in his car selling the class B drug. |
| 2024-07-25 11:51:50 | Claire Stevenson represents the CQC in appeal against registration cancellationMrs Sibongile Nemariyam Kiflom and Tender-Hearted Ltd v Care Quality Commission [2024] UKFTT 0447 (HESC) - Successfully represented the CQC in an appeal against cancellation of the Appellants’ registrations before the First-tier Tribunal (Health, Education and Social Care Chamber).Claire Stevenson Care Quality Commission Disciplinary and Regulatory Law |
| 2024-07-25 11:47:34 | Samuel March Instructed as Led Junior Counsel in Judicial Review proceedings against DEFRAOur resident dog expert, Samuel March, has recently joined the all pro-bono legal team for Sophie Coulthard and Don’t Ban Me Licence Me, who are bringing Judicial Review proceedings against DEFRA in respect of the regulations banning XL Bully Dogs. |
| 2024-02-01 18:50:19 | Stephen Wells' client acquitted in 'Spice' conspiracy case.Defendent acquitted for conspiracies to import, export and supply class B drugs. |
| 2023-12-06 15:31:27 | Atticus Blick, has peer-reviewed article published in the Journal of Criminal Law on the whole life order sentencing regimeIn the wake of cases such as the Sarah Everard murder, our pupil barrister, Atticus Blick, has a peer-reviewed article in the Journal of Criminal Law setting out a practitioner friendly overview of the whole life order sentencing regime and its implications for human rights domestic and international law.Serious and Organised Crime Atticus Blick Homicide and Serious Violence |
| 2023-11-15 10:23:19 | Chambers welcomes three new Tenants to 9 KBWChambers are delighted to announce that, following successful completion of pupillage, offers of Tenancy have been made to and accepted by Harry Stallard, Piers Walter and Sam Lubner. Our new members will practice in Criminal, (prosecution and defence) Regulatory and Animal Welfare Law. We are so pleased to welcome each of them to the 9 KBW team.Piers Walter Sam Lubner Harry Stallard Animal Protection Dangerous Dogs Act cases Wildlife Crime Animal Welfare Act cases |
| 2023-11-15 10:21:39 | Matt Ward Joins 9 KBWChambers are delighted to announce that Matt Ward has accepted an offer of Tenancy, following a very successful probationary tenancy at 9 KBW. Matt practices in Criminal (prosecution and defence) and Regulatory Law. A big welcome Matt to the 9 KBW team! |
| 2023-10-01 10:27:12 | New Pupils join the 9KW teamChambers are delighted to welcome 3 new pupils to the 9 KBW team; Neil Sturman, Atticus Blick and Harriet Snookes. We very much look forward to working with them in the coming year. |
| 2023-08-29 10:37:42 | Louisa Wheeler joins 9 KBW as Chambers Practice ManagerChambers are delighted to welcome on board Louisa Wheeler as our Practice Manager. Louisa has a wide range of experience in both fee billing and administration in Chambers and will provide invaluable assistance and support to our Senior Clerk in the day to day clerking of 9 KBW’s diary and fees management. |
| 2023-08-14 16:48:52 | Robyn Murdo Smith from 9KBW commences Kent Coast Circum Kayak (KCCK) Charity Challenge to raise funds for Jerusalem Eye HospitalKeen to raise money for St John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital Group, our Barrister Robyn Murdo-Smith completed the Monopoly Board Challenge on 22-7-23. Commencing at Angel Islington he walked 14.25 miles to the Blind Beggar Pub in Whitechapel bagging all of the 'squares' on the Monopoly Board in 4 hours and 20 minutes. |
| 2023-07-12 11:31:28 | Eleanor Mawrey, (Deka Chambers) leading Callum Morgan (9KBW) successfully prosecutes serial scammer who faked CEO’s signature and stole a doctor’s identity.Eleanor Mawrey, leading Callum Morgan (9KBW), successfully prosecuted Olamide Odulele following a trial at Inner London Crown Court. Mr Odulele received a 6 and a half year sentence of imprisonment. His co-defendant, Shazeb Iqbal had already received two and half years imprisonment in August 2021 having pleaded guilty in relation his role in the offence.Callum Morgan Crown Court Fraud and Scams Fraud and Financial Crime |
| 2023-05-05 15:28:14 | Surinder Singh Gohlan acts as Judge in The Westminster Bar Society Criminal MootThe Westminster Bar Society had the privilege of hosting barristers Surinder Singh Gohlan from 9KBW, James Caudwell from 2 Harcourt Buildings and New York Attorney Charity Mafuba as judges for our criminal law moot on Saturday 1 st April 2023 sponsored by The Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn. |
| 2023-05-05 15:25:09 | Piers Walter successful in application to join the CPS Advocate Panel.9 KBW offers warmest congratulations to Piers Walter, following his successful application to join the CPS Advocate Panel at level 1. |
| 2023-03-20 12:52:11 | George Skinner successful in application at level 2 on the CPS Advocate PanelChambers are delighted to announce that George Skinner has been successful in his application to upgrade to Level 2 on the London and South-East Advocate Panel. We offer our warmest congratulations to George, who now joins our ever growing panel of CPS advocates at levels 2, 3 and 4. |
| 2023-03-02 13:56:20 | R -v- Lewis, Findlay & Alpergin: Croydon Crown Court; Sentence 9th Feb 2023John Clifford secures the conviction of three Defendants as part of an Organised Criminal Network involved in firearms and drugs supply as well as counterfeit currency. |
| 2022-12-12 18:05:47 | 9 KBW members highly successful in applications to upgrade on the CPS Advocate Panel9 KBW is delighted to announce that nine of our members were successful in their applications to upgrade to Levels 4, 3 and 2. The successful results were as follows; Jonathan Mole and Daniel Cohen both successful at Grade 4 Suzanne Fewins successful at Grade 3 Stephen Wells, Surinder Singh Gohlan, Callum Morgan, Clara Sibanda, Samuel March and Charlie Austin-Groome all successful at Grade 2 .Jonathan Mole Samuel March Stephen Wells Surinder Singh Gohlan Daniel Cohen Callum Morgan Clara Sibanda Charles Austin-Groome CPS |
| 2022-12-08 09:42:51 | John Clifford secures conviction of dangerous rapistJohn Clifford secures the conviction of Dos Santos Silva who used his unregistered tattoo business, which he advertised on social media, to lure a young lady to his address in Wembley where he raped her.John David Clifford Sexual Offences Historical Sexual Offences |
| 2022-11-28 22:13:09 | 9 KBW welcomes our new Practice Manager Chris Sacker.Chambers is delighted to announce that Chris Sacker joins Chambers as our Practice Manager from November 28th 2022. Chris is a highly experienced, knowledgeable clerk, very approachable and a great addition to our fantastic clerking team. Welcome on board Chris! |
| 2022-11-12 17:00:08 | 9 KBW is recruiting for a Practice Manager to join our clerking team9 KBW has a vacancy for a Practice Manager, to join our clerking team from December 2022. Salary £35/40K for the right person dependent upon experience |
| 2022-11-05 18:52:35 | Chambers is recruiting Probationary TenantsDue to an unprecedented increase in the level of work we are currently receiving, Chambers is recruiting at least three Probationary Tenants as well as tenants at all levels of seniority. |
| 2022-10-27 11:22:21 | Three new Tenants for 9 KBWChambers is delighted to announce that Callum Morgan, Charlie Austin-Groome and George Skinner have all accepted offers of Tenancy at 9KBW. |
| 2022-10-04 15:11:54 | 9 KBW warmly welcomes three new first six pupils9 KBW is delighted to welcome our new pupils, Piers Walter, Harry Stallard and Sam Lubner who joined Chambers as first six pupils on October 3rd 2022. Each will undertake a pupillage in Criminal and Regulatory Law, under the guidance of our highly experienced Pupil Supervisors and with the full support of all of our 9KBW members. We very much look forward to seeing their progress.Serious and Organised Crime Regulatory Law Piers Walter Sam Lubner Harry Stallard |
| 2022-09-22 10:58:21 | George Skinner is awarded the Neville Laski from the Honourable Society of the Inner Temple.This award is made by Inner Temple as part of the Inn’s Pupillage Awards. The award takes its name from former Judge, Kings Counsel and a Bencher of Inner Temple, Neville Laski. Congratulations from all at 9 KBW |
| 2022-09-12 13:21:38 | Callum Morgan successful in application to join the CPS Advocate PanelWarmest congratulations to Callum Morgan who was successful in his application to join the General Crown Prosecution Service Advocate Panel at level 1 |
| 2022-09-12 13:16:43 | Stephen Wells and Samuel March successful in first ever private prosecution for Advocates for Animals.In its first ever private prosecution, taken to trial, Advocates for Animals instructed Stephen Wells (Leading Junior) and Samuel March to represent a client against a company director of a rehoming service company |
| 2022-09-09 14:42:18 | Further success for 9 KBW in applications to join the Crown Prosecution Service Advocate PanelChambers are delighted to announce that Clara Sibanda, Charles Austin-Groome and Sapna Devi have all been successful in their applications to join the Advocate Panel at Level 1. Warm congratulations to all. |
| 2022-06-27 21:06:35 | Daniel Cohen successful in Court of Appeal caseDaniel Cohen successfully appealed to the Court of Appeal against his client's sentence for assault by penetration. The sentence was found to be manifestly excessive and accordingly, was reduced by 18 months. |
| 2022-06-27 21:05:06 | Feryal Ertan appointed to FA National Serious Case PanelFollowing her recent appointment to the FA Regional Discipline Panel, Feryal Ertan has also successfully been appointed to the FA’s National Serious Case Panel, for the forthcoming 2022-2023 football season. |
| 2022-06-09 07:10:02 | Clara Sibanda’s drug supply client spared immediate custody following success at trial of issueClara Sibanda, instructed by Reeves & Co, secured a suspended sentence for a defendant convicted of possession with intent to supply Class A and B drugs, as well as possession of criminal property and an offensive weapon. |
| 2022-06-09 07:08:34 | Samuel March secures acquittal of pro-Palestine protestor charged with possessing item with intent to destroy/damage propertyFollowing a contested trial, Samuel March’s client was acquitted of possessing eight bottles of red paint, water balloons and a funnel with intent to destroy/damage property.Samuel March Protest Law General Crime Violence, Protest and Knife Crime |
| 2022-06-09 07:06:16 | John Clifford secures convictions of three Defendants in a case concerning an Organised Criminal Network [‘OCN’]John Clifford prosecuted this case, which involved a widespread conspiracy to supply Class A drugs and the seizure of two prohibited firearms, as well as 34 rounds of live ammunition, and over £5k in counterfeit cash. |
| 2022-05-26 15:37:08 | George Skinner joins the CPS Advocate PanelChambers are delighted to announce that George Skinner, one of Chambers current pupils, has been successful in his application to join the London and South-East Advocate Panel at Level 1. |
| 2022-05-26 08:48:28 | Daniel Cohen secures acquittal of a defendant charged with kidnapDaniel Cohen successfully represented a defendant who was charged with the kidnap of his partner at Maidstone Crown Court. |
| 2022-04-12 19:50:38 | 9KBW supports the CBA with No Returns in AGFS Criminal Cases.9KBW fully supports the Criminal Bar Association's position that neither the level of remuneration offered nor the government’s proposed timetable for implementation represent an adequate response to the crisis that has enveloped the criminal Bar following years of inadequate funding of the criminal justice system. |
| 2022-04-12 19:49:55 | Callum Morgan joins 9KBW as a Probationary TenantWe are delighted to announce that Callum Morgan has accepted our offer of a probationary tenancy. Callum will practice in Criminal and Regulatory Law |
| 2022-04-12 19:48:06 | Clara Sibanda accepts the offer of TenancyChambers is delighted to announce that Clara Sibanda has accepted our offer of Tenancy, following the successful completion of her Probationary Tenancy. Clara is a Criminal and Regulatory Practitioner. |
| 2022-01-21 13:52:10 | Samuel March joins 9KBW as a TenantChambers is delighted to announce that Sam March has accepted our offer of Tenancy, following the successful completion of a Probationary Tenancy. Sam is a Criminal and Regulatory Practitioner. |
| 2022-01-11 11:36:33 | 9 KBW is recruiting pupils for 2022/20239 KBW is pleased to say that we are offering three new criminal pupillages for October 2022. Full details can be found on the Pupillage Gateway and the link to download an application form is on the Pupillage Recruitment Page of this website. |
| 2022-01-11 11:30:14 | Congratulations to Louis Maskell & Suzanne Fewins now Grade 2 on the CPS Advocate Panel.Louis Maskell and Suzanne Fewins Now level 2 on the CPS Advocate Panel, Chambers are delighted to announce that both Louis Maskell and Suzanne Fewins have been successful in their applications to upgrade to Level 2 on the London and South-East Advocate Panel. We offer our warmest congratulations to each of them. |
| 2021-12-17 10:35:44 | Laura PaisleyLaura Paisley secures suspended sentence for offences of Grievous Bodily Harm with Intent and Attempted Robbery |
| 2021-12-06 17:19:37 | 9KBW Counsel Feryal Ertan successful in joining the Treasury Counsel PathwayChambers are both delighted and very proud to announce that Feryal Ertan has been successful in her application to join the Pathway, a positive action scheme for advocates who have the potential to become Treasury Counsel in the future. |
| 2021-11-19 14:22:27 | GMC v Dr UClaire Stevenson successfully represented Dr U before the Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service (‘MPTS’) who found that Dr U’s fitness to practise is no longer impaired. The MPTS revoked the order of suspension on Dr U’s registration with immediate effect. |
| 2021-10-16 12:05:21 | Chambers AnnouncmentChambers is pleased to announce that the Lord Chancellor has appointed James Dick as a Fee-paid Judge of the Employment Tribunals sitting in England. James will continue his practice in Chambers prosecuting serious criminal offences. |
| 2021-10-02 10:36:06 | 9 KBW has three new pupils joining our team in October 20219KBW is delighted to announce that three pupils will be commencing their 12 month pupillages with us on October 4th 2021. |
| 2021-08-06 18:16:17 | Jonathan Mole successfully Prosecutes high level County Lines drug dealer who exploited teenagers – sentenced to 9 and a Half Years.Jonathan Mole was instructed to prosecute in this substantial operation, following a complex joint investigation between the County Line and Gangs team within Kent Police and the Operation Orochi team at the Metropolitan Police. |
| 2021-07-10 10:13:19 | 9 KBW Bill Gatward successfully prosecutes masseur accused of sexual assault.A Brighton masseur who told one of his clients she “would be surprised what goes on within these four walls” after he sexually assaulted her is now facing a lengthy prison sentence.William E Gatward Sexual Offences Historical Sexual Offences |
| 2021-07-10 10:09:11 | Surinder Singh Gohlan joins 9 KBW.Surinder Singh Gohlan joins 9 KBW. 9 KBW is delighted to announce that Surinder Singh Gohlan has joined the 9 KBW team from July 1st 2021. Surinder specialises in defence crime at all levels and we are very pleased to welcome him on board. |
| 2021-06-24 09:09:45 | Hospital Managers Power of DischargeChambers are pleased to announce that Robyn Murdo-Smith will be appointed an Associate Hospital Manager with North East London NHS Foundation Trust on 1st July 2021. |
| 2021-06-22 10:29:32 | High Court upholds decision to refuse to extradite to Turkey on multiple groundsOn 21 June 2021 Lord Justice Dingemans and Mr Justice Johnson handed down a judgment dismissing Turkey’s appeal against District Judge Zani’s refusal to extradite a Kurdish activist. The District Judge had refused the request on the basis there would be no fair trial, the requested person would be prejudiced because of his beliefs, and he would be likely to suffer cruel and inhuman treatment because of Turkey’s policy of prolonged solitary confinement for persons they regard as “terrorists”. |
| 2021-06-17 11:52:02 | Suzanne Fewins achieves not guilty result for defendant in drink driving case.Suzanne Fewins achieves a great not guilty result for a client who stated that they could not provide a specimen of blood, in a drink driving case, due to a fear of needles, despite having tattoos. |
| 2021-06-17 11:50:20 | Robyn Murdo-Smith prosecutes case where witness is given Sherriff’s Award.In a recent sentence Robyn Murdo-Smith drew the Sentencing Judge’s attention to the brave citizenship demonstrated by a witness, a student who, fearing a possible stabbing, called police and followed the offender until police stopped him. The Judge made a £200 Sherriff’s Award to the public spirited young man. |
| 2021-06-17 11:49:14 | Laura Paisley defends at sentence for a defendant already serving an extended sentence for child sex offences.Laura Paisley represented a client, currently serving an extended sentence for Child sex offences, who was charged with four further historic child sex offences. |
| 2021-06-17 11:40:56 | 9KBW’s Tom Aitken successfully argues against deportation on the basis of Article 3 of the ECHR.The successful appeal was against the decision of the SSHD who refused to revoke a deportation order made in the early 1990s. The Appellant re-entered the UK in 2006 in breach of the deportation order and remained in the UK since. The Appellant suffered with serious heart problems and despite providing detailed medical evidence the SSHD refused to revoke the deportation order |
| 2021-06-17 11:39:42 | John Clifford of 9 King’s Bench Walk prosecutes National Crimes Agency firearms case, in the Crown Court, which was subsequently referred to the Attorney-General for an unduly lenient sentence.Darren Dixon, a firearms supplier who was jailed after an arsenal of lethal weapons were found in his home, has had his sentence increased to eleven years. Metropolitan Police At a hearing on Wednesday 26 May, the Court of Appeal ruled that his previous sentence of eight years was unduly lenient and the Judge added three years to his jail term. |
| 2021-05-19 09:03:28 | 9 KBW warmly welcomes our new Tenant, Suzanne Fewins.Chambers is delighted to welcome Suzanne Fewins to the 9KBW team, following successful completion of a Third Six Pupillage. Suzanne specialises in Crime and Regulatory work and her full profile can be found here. Congratulations Suzanne from all at 9KBW |
| 2021-05-03 10:23:47 | Dave Fardon appointed as 9 KBW new Senior Clerk.Chambers is absolutely delighted to announce the appointment of Dave Fardon as Chambers Senior Clerk, from May 1st 2021. |
| 2021-04-17 00:03:33 | Andrew Cohen joins 9 KBW9 KBW is delighted to welcome Andrew Cohen, a specialist Criminal Defence practitioner, to Chambers. Andrew has a wealth of experience in defending criminal cases at every level as well as a particular expertise in Appellate work. |
| 2021-04-12 18:29:35 | Congratulations to Feryal Ertan now Grade 3 on the CPS Advocate Panel.It is with great pleasure that we announce that Feryal Ertan of 9KBW has been successful in her application to upgrade to Level 3 on the CPS London and South East Advocate Panel |
| 2021-04-12 18:28:25 | Chambers members join the Government Legal Department Panel.Chambers is very pleased to say that two more of our members and Chambers third six pupil are now appointed to the GLD panel; Louis Maskell, Dominic Bardill and Suzanne Frewins. Congratulations to all. |
| 2021-02-18 14:14:55 | 9 KBW are recruiting a Finance and Administration Manager from April 2021.For full details please go to our Recruitment page |
| 2021-02-12 10:56:28 | 9KBW are recruiting Tenants and Third Six PupilsChambers invites applications for Tenancy and Third Six Pupillage for those who want to join a busy, thriving Criminal, Regulatory and Immigration set. |
| 2021-02-10 10:31:06 | Further success for 9 KBW as Suzanne Fewins joins the Crown Prosecution Service Advocates PanelChambers are delighted to announce that Suzanne Fewins, who we were very pleased to welcome to Chambers recently as a third six Pupil |
| 2021-01-29 11:32:27 | Third Six Pupillages9 KBW is offering three third six pupillages in 2021. Please see our Recruitment page to see what 9 KBW can offer you in an exciting year ahead |
| 2021-01-22 14:13:11 | 9KBW welcomes new tenant Louis Maskell9KBW is delighted to welcome Louis Maskell as a member of 9 KBW, following the successful completion of his pupillage. Louis will be a welcome addition to our Criminal and Regulatory teams. |
| 2020-12-31 15:59:24 | 9 KBW is delighted to announce success in applications to the Serious Fraud Office Counsel PanelIt is with great pleasure that we announce that Counsel John Clifford has been successful in his application to join the Serious Fraud Office Counsel Panel at level B and Efstathios Divaris and Charles Drinnan both at level C. |
| 2020-12-13 02:51:38 | 9 KBW are recruiting three Pupils for October 20219 King's Bench Walk is offering two funded 12 month criminal pupillages from October 4th 2021. |
| 2020-09-05 14:02:18 | Lessons from the Spanish flu and other pandemicsJohn Clifford co-authors article in Counsel magazine which takes a look at how the sometimes competing concerns of public safety and open justice were met during previous pandemics [August 2020] |
| 2020-07-11 11:28:39 | R –v- Suleyman, Woolwich Crown Court, June 2020John Clifford secures the conviction of Osman Suleyman in case involving the use of considerable violence in the context of prolonged serious sexual offending. When the victim refused to engage in sexual intercourse.. |
| 2020-06-17 13:20:44 | Efstathios Divaris successful in his application to join the Crown Prosecution Service Extradition Panel9 KBW are pleased to announce further success with Efstathios Divaris now joining our Extradition Panel team at level 1. Warmest congratulations from all at 9KBW |
| 2020-05-31 10:21:36 | TRAIN AT HOME - Virtual OIC RoadshowOn 21 May 2020, during the current global pandemic, 9 KBW’s OIC Roadshow successfully presented its first virtual training to newly qualified Direct Access Detective Constables based with Metropolitan Police Romford. |
| 2020-01-11 16:19:41 | 9 KBW is delighted to announce more success in applications to the Crown Prosecution Service Advocacy PanelIt is with great pleasure that we announce that Counsel 9 KBW have been successful in their applications to upgrade to the next level on the CPS London and South East Advocate Panel; |
| 2019-05-07 18:04:46 | Maria Buckingham appointed to the CPS London and South Eastern Advocates Panel.9 KBW is delighted to announce that Maria Buckingham has been successful in her application to join the Crown Prosecution Service Advocates Panel at Level 1. |
| 2019-04-17 18:02:19 | 9 KBW is delighted to announce success by four members in their applications to join the Regulatory Panel, Level C, for Health and Safety and Environmental Law.It is with enormous pleasure that we announce that Counsel Sophie Quinton-Carter and Claire Stevenson have been successful in their applications to join the Regulatory Panel for Health and Safety and Environmental Law. |
| 2019-04-17 17:54:03 | 9KBW welcomes new tenant, Maria BuckinghamMaria Buckingham, following the successful completion of her pupillage at 9 KBW, has joined us as a tenant from March 2019 |
| 2019-02-26 13:38:41 | Claire Stevenson successfully represents OFSTED in a six-day tribunal hearing before the First-tier Tribunal (Health, Education and Social Care Chamber)The provider appealed after their registration to provide childcare at two nursery settings was cancelled. The appellant had a poor inspection history. Over eight years, there had been a number of inspections, resulting in numerous breaches of the Early Years Foundation Stage, and notices being issued, which were not complied with.Regulatory Law Claire Stevenson Ofsted Care Quality Commission |
| 2019-02-26 13:36:46 | Claire Stevenson successfully prosecutes a disqualified childminder, charged with two offences: 1) childminding whilst suspended (section 69 of the Childcare Act 2006); and 2) childminding whilst unreConcerns were raised following an inspection which obtained an “Inadequate” judgment. Despite numerous visits, phone calls and letters, the Early Year Regulatory Inspector was unable to establish contact with the defendant and conduct monitoring visits. |
| 2019-02-26 13:31:07 | Maria Buckingham successfully defends in knife crime jury trialMaria Buckingham, a pupil with 9 KBW, was successful in her defence of a man charged with three counts of: threatening with a bladed article, possession of a bladed article |
| 2019-01-25 18:07:28 | Chambers congratulates successful applicants for the CPS Advocate Panel and Specialist CPS Advocate Panels9 KBW is delighted to announce more successful applications by members for both the General and Specialist CPS Panels |
| 2018-11-09 15:27:11 | Operation Rockport : R –v- Draga & Ors, Wood Green Crown CourtJohn Clifford secures convictions of three Defendants operating within an Albanian Organised Criminal Network involved in people smuggling, fraudulent documentation |
| 2018-09-07 13:01:45 | Laura Paisley joins 9KBW9 KBW is delighted to welcome Laura Paisley as our latest tenant, following the successful completion of her pupillage. Laura specialises in criminal and regulatory law and her full profile will be uploaded shortly. |
| 2018-09-07 13:00:37 | R –v- Fritz Brown – Kingston Crown Court – August 2018John Clifford secures conviction after trial in Operation Trident investigation into importation of firearms from Slovenia. Package intercepted containing a number of pistols and fully automatic machine gun at courier depot |
| 2018-09-07 12:59:29 | R –v- Marcus Walters – Kingston Crown Court – August 2018John Clifford secures conviction after trial in Rape and ABH case where victim met Defendant through mutual friend on evening in question at her address. All three were drinking before Defendant followed victim upstairs and made unwanted |
| 2018-09-07 12:56:52 | R –v- Sher-Afgan Khattak – Kingston Crown Court [Operation Meaning]John Clifford secures conviction in Organised Crime Division case on prohibited firearm, ammunition and possession with intent to supply Class A drugs. |
| 2018-07-14 12:02:51 | Dan Cohen appointed to the CPS Specialist Panel for the Serious Crime Group.9 KBW is delighted to announce further success in applications to the Crown Prosecution Service Specialist Panels for the Serious Crime Group |
| 2018-04-20 15:48:24 | Claire Stevenson defends client in the first trial Snaresbrook Crown Court has heard, in the past 23 years, raising the defence of insanityClaire acted for the defence in the trial of a 26 year old man at Snaresbrook Crown Court on the 3rd April 2018. The defendant was facing a three-count indictment, one of affray, and two of racially aggravated public order offences. |
| 2018-03-24 15:55:12 | 9 KBW is delighted to announce success in applications to the Crown Prosecution Service Specialist Panels for the Serious Crime Group and FraudIt is with great pleasure that we announce that Counsel John Clifford, John Ojakovoh and Graeme Molloy have been successful in their applications to join the Serious Crime Group and Daniel Cohen in his application to the Specialist Fraud Panel. |
| 2018-03-23 10:32:16 | Police disclosure seminar for Criminal Defence Solicitors April 11th 2018 Maidstone Hilton 5.45pmOn April 11th 2018 9 KBW will be hosting a seminar for Criminal Defence Solicitors on the important topic of Police Disclosure. The event will provide presentations by criminal law specialist practitioners on the following; Why All The Secrecy? |
| 2017-12-14 19:42:47 | 9KBW successful CPS grading applications9 KBW are delighted to announce that all of our members who applied this year for upgrading on the Crown Prosecution Service Advocate Panels were successful. |
| 2017-12-14 12:48:25 | 9KBW Roadshow team receive commendation from Borough CommanderOn 1st December 2017 Lambeth Borough Commander Detective Chief Superintendent Richard Wood commended 9 KBW for it’s ‘Selflessness and Generosity’ in providing training to police officers. In providing the training Robyn Murdo-Smith and John Clifford were assisted by Chambers colleagues James Dick, Sophie Quinton-Carter, Ben Edwards, Tom Aiken and Charles Drinnan. |
| 2017-10-18 17:39:09 | Graeme Molloy prosecutes man accused of racially abusing MPGraeme was instructed by the Crown to prosecute in the sentence of Andrzejv Gajowniczeka, a Polish National, who had pleaded guilty to racially aggravated intentional harassment, alarm and distress |
| 2017-09-06 16:03:55 | James Dick appointed as Rape List CounselCongratulations to Jim Dick on his successful application to join the Rape and Serious Sexual Abuse Panel Counsel list. Chambers are delighted to see a valuable addition to the strong team of Rape List Counsel at 9KBW. |
| 2017-08-28 14:24:46 | 9 KBW OIC Roadshow and Mock Trials feature in The TimesChambers highly successful Roadshow and Mock Trial programme was featured in an article by “The Brief” on August 9th 2017. The article outlined the growth of the Roadshow from birth to present day and showcased the work our tireless team undertake in the training of police Officers. |
| 2017-07-27 11:25:41 | Tom Aitken joins the 9KBW TeamChambers are delighted to announce that, from August 7th 2017, Tom Aitken will be joining 9KBW as a tenant following his third six Pupillage with us. |
| 2017-04-18 18:16:44 | Robyn Murdo-Smith Secures AcquittalRobyn Murdo-Smith instructed by Senan Boland of Cantaris Locke Solicitors, secures acquittal for a client charged with causing Grievous Bodily Harm following a deep cut to the complainant’s thigh. |
| 2017-04-12 16:46:07 | Appointments9 KBW are pleased to announce that John Clifford and Julian Jones have again been appointed to the approved Crown Prosecution Service specialist Rape List for London and the South East. |
| 2017-03-17 11:56:00 | Shabeena Azhar, led Junior for the Crown, secures multiple convictions in sham marriage case at Croydon Crown CourtMs Azhar, Joint Head of Chambers, led by Jonathan Polnay for the Crown, prosecuted an all-female gang and an absent male, who were found guilty of conspiring to assist unlawful immigration |
| 2017-02-06 22:55:00 | R -v- Olivia Brandford & orsJohn Clifford and Jim Dick succeed in having Duress conviction upheld in case which provides valuable guidance on the defence of duress. R-v- Olivia Brandford & Ors now reported Archbold 2017 para. 17-120. |
| 2017-01-31 12:17:04 | Joint Head of Chambers Shabeena Azhar begins multi-handed sham marrriage prosecution in Croydon.Ms Azhar, junior for the Crown, has begun the case involving five women in an all-female gang accused of conspiring together with an absent male to assist unlawful immigration.Immigration Shabeena Azhar Andrew Ronald Cohen Gang and Organised Crime Groups |
| 2017-01-03 15:09:19 | 9KBW mentor to Success!Ben Edwards and Sophie Quinton-Carter volunteered as mentors for this year’s National Bar Mock Trial Competition, in which over 200 schools from across the country compete. |
| 2016-11-22 13:43:16 | 9KBW goes international!Sophie Quinton-Carter and Ben Edwards took a trip across the pond to New York City in November to judge at the prestigious Empire international mock trial competition. |
| 2016-11-22 13:41:35 | 9KBW Police Officer Training RoadshowChambers members, over the course of the last year, have assisted in providing training to a number of Metropolitan boroughs in CID and CSU and running exercises in a mock Court setting which has helped to develop officer skills and knowledge. |
| 2016-11-13 15:31:54 | R –v- GP & AL [2016] EWCA 1471Duncan Atkinson Q.C. T.C. [6 KBW] and John D. Clifford successfully appeal a terminatory ruling in the Court of Appeal |
| 2016-10-18 21:55:09 | 9KBW welcomes new tenant, Claire StevensonClaire Stevenson, following the successful completion of her pupillage at 9 KBW, has joined us as a |
| 2016-10-18 21:54:22 | 9 KBW welcomes new tenant Sophie Quinton Carter;Sophie Quinton Carter, following a successful third six after leaving the Crown Prosecution Service, |
| 2016-06-14 10:22:28 | Sophie Quinton-Carter prosecutes nurse who slapped a dementia patient in the face.In the Nursing and Midwifery Council, Sophie Quinton-Carter successfully prosecuted a nurse who slapped a vulnerable patient in retaliation for being struck herself. |
| 2016-05-30 20:00:25 | Daniel Cohen secures unanimous acquittal of defendant charged with conspiracy to supply 1.1 tonnes of cannabis resinDaniel Cohen successfully defended one of seven defendants charged with conspiracy to supply 1,147 kg of cannabis resin, following a trial lasting over four months at Snaresbrook |
| 2016-05-21 15:00:14 | Sophie Quinton-Carter - Bar Mock Trial Alumna9 King;s Bench Walk's Sophie Quinton-Carter Blog on becoming a criminal barrister .... |
| 2016-04-21 13:45:34 | Operation Pibera - R-v- Alford & OrsJohn Clifford & James Dick successfully prosecuted 13 Defendants in Operation Pibera which concerned a conspiracy to supply Class A drugs between London, Hampshire and Kent.John David Clifford James Dick Drug Offences Drug Possession and Supply |
| 2016-04-07 20:21:41 | AUSCHWITZ BIRKENAUOn 16th March 2016 a member of 9KBW, Robyn Murdo-Smith, visited the death camps at Auschwitz with officers of the Metropolitan Police, members of |
| 2015-11-24 16:06:25 | Graeme Molloy represented the appellant in reported case of R v Buckle [2015] 1 Cr.App.R.(S) 68 CAThis has been published in Archbold 2016 (paragraph 32-30). The case concerns the new offence of Causing Serious Injury by Dangerous Driving for which there are no sentencing guidelines |
| 2015-10-20 11:58:00 | Prosecuting Counsels' feedback drives Hendon Police TrainingIn January 2015 John Clifford and Robyn Murdo-Smith were approached by Police Constable Danny Phillips of the Metropolitan Police Training School at Hendon for assistance with a training course about the preparation of witness statements |
| 2015-10-05 16:44:00 | Offer of Pupillage9KBW are delighted to welcome Claire Stevenson on commencement of her pupillage. We wish her every success in the coming year. |
| 2015-09-29 15:51:56 | He burgled where?Barrister Jeremy Rendle of Chambers of S Azhar & J Mole, 9 King's Bench Walk prosecuted Michael Covington who burgled a number of premises |
| 2015-07-23 11:34:41 | R-v- Bakht & Howard/Attorney Generals Reference No. 49/50 of 2015John Clifford prosecuted at trial this sophisticated immigration fraud which involved fraudulent University documentation issued to students who applied for Post Study Work visas |
| 2015-07-23 11:31:59 | Robyn Murdo-Smith secures an acquittal for a client charged with Grievous Bodily Harm with intentThe defendant had been charged in a case where it was alleged that he had acted in a joint enterprise to attack a man resulting in very serious injuries to his face. The other man was also charged with a separate GBH with intent where the victim had been struck on the head with a scaffolding pole leading to life threatening injuries. After a four day trial at Luton Crown Court the defendant represented by Robyn was acquitted on 17th July 2015 but the Co -Defendant was convicted and sentenced to 12 years imprisonment |
| 2015-05-08 15:12:16 | Sentence reduced on appeal for client of James DickOn 6th May James Dick acted in the Court of Appeal for a man, subject to suspended sentence, said to be part of a shoplifting gang responsible for taking almost £ 10,000 worth of goods |
| 2015-04-30 15:41:00 | 9 KBW members hold mock trial for police officers and cadets at Inner TemplePaul Douglass, Robyn Murdo Smith, Catherine Picardo, Bill Gatward, our intern Claire Stephenson and Hendon Volunteer Police Cadets, all took roles in a mock trial held at Inner Temple for Police Officers (see our front page of the website showing them in action)William E Gatward Robyn Murdo-Smith Claire Stevenson OIC Training |
| 2015-04-30 15:20:00 | John Clifford and Robyn Murdo Smith at Hendon Police CollegeJohn Clifford and Robyn Murdo Smith delivered a lecture to police officers at Hendon College. John Clifford said afterwards “Robyn organised Mock Trials when he was a Police Sergeant I asked him if |
| 2015-03-25 11:23:50 | Darren Scott sentenced to 17yrs for attempted murderOn 19th March 2015 Darren Scott was sentenced to 17 years imprisonment for attempted murder and three charges of fraud |
| 2015-02-27 11:18:39 | Conman who slashed friend's throat found guilty of attempted murderJohn Clifford prosecuting at the Old Bailey secured a guilty verdict on the Mayfair fantasist who attacked writer during a friendly massage |
| 2015-02-05 16:02:08 | John Clifford prosecutes attempted murder caseJohn Clifford is prosecuting an attempted murder case in which a conman attacked a writer whilst giving him a massage in his Mayfair home |
| 2015-01-19 04:05:17 | Recruitment9 KBW are looking for new members at all levels, experienced and able criminal practitioners and 3rd six pupils. See our recruitment page for more details. |
| 2014-12-05 13:04:33 | Wonga Pay Day Loan FraudMr Murdo-Smith is currently instructed as defence counsel in a multi-handed case scheduled for trial in March 2015 at the Old Bailey. It involves an alleged fraud against Wonga the Pay Day Loan.... |
| 2014-12-02 15:57:16 | John Clifford prosecutes R-v- Kurach & Simkus- Southwark Crown Courtconcerned cyber crime case involving use of Malware virus...... |
| 2014-12-02 15:55:31 | John Clifford prosecutes in R-v- Muir - Blackfriars Crown Courtviolent disorder case on Andover Estate in Islington |
| 2014-10-28 16:28:00 | CPD SEMINAR FOR NEW PRACTITIONERSAre you new to Criminal Advocacy? Then come to an evening with members of 9 KBW, listen to our speakers and chat to experienced members who know just how you feel. Talk to highly experienced defending and prosecuting Counsel. Ask the questions that worry you. CPD accredited |
| 2014-09-25 16:00:40 | CPD Seminar 30th September 2014Drugs Evidence - Scientific Fact or Just a Matter of Opinion? |
| 2014-08-10 19:56:23 | Lord Chancellor thwartedLord Chancellor prevented from turning legal aid into "an instrument of discrimination", after three judges found his reforms over residency test requirements to be unlawful. |
| 2014-08-10 19:37:21 | Junior Tenants and 3rd Six pupils9 KBW urgently requires junior tenants and third six pupils with a view to tenancy. |
| 2014-07-16 17:11:00 | NEW MEMBERSChambers are very pleased to welcome two new tenants, Robyn Murdo-Smith who joins us from Holborn Chambers and Graeme Molloy from Cartwright Clark Solicitors |
| 2014-06-26 12:57:49 | Fully secret terror trial blockedAn unprecedented attempt to hold the first ever completely secret criminal trial in the UK is blocked by the Court of Appeal |
| 2014-05-23 15:55:50 | LONDON LEGAL WALKThis year saw the 10th anniversary of the London Legal Walk and the addition of 9 King’s Bench Walk to the ranks of those participating for 2014. |
| 2014-05-23 13:40:00 | COURT OF APPEAL RULINGCourt of Appeal has ruled that the Legal Aid Agency (LAA, formerly the Legal Services Commission) |
| 2014-05-21 14:08:37 | STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE QUEEN’S BENCH DIVISION AT THE HAND DOWN OF THE FULL JUDGMENT21 May 2014 Operation Cotton |
| 2014-05-07 17:46:29 | London Legal Walk 2014The members of 9 King’s Bench Walk are delighted announce that they have entered a team to participate in the 2014 London Legal Walk |
| 2014-04-22 17:42:00 | 9KBW's CONTRIBUTION TO THE FIGHT9 KBW makes donation to the campaign fund to Judicially review the Ministry of Justice proposals for two tier contracting... |
| 2014-04-11 15:12:40 | Daniel Burke lawyer for Nigel Evans pleads for legal aid cuts to be stopped to prevent miscarriages of justiceEncourage your MP to sign the Early Day Motion http://bit.ly/1gQ1Zfj |
| 2014-04-11 15:09:15 | Ministry of Justice Report on review of ways to reduce distress of victims in trials of sexual violence.Today, the MOJ published a report making the following main recommendations: |
| 2014-03-28 17:03:30 | 9KBW CRIMINAL TEAMS RESPONSE TO CBA ANNOUNCEMENT 27/03/14The members of 9KBW Chambers Crime Team wish to make their position clear with regard to the action currently being taken by our Members |
| 2014-03-12 14:28:00 | 9KBW and the fight to save legal aid9 KBW did not appear in any Criminal Court on Friday March 7th 2014. On that date our members took the decision that whilst our clients interests are of paramount importance |
| 2014-03-06 11:11:57 | Retired 9 KBW tenant Florence (Florrie) O’Donoghue passes awayThe well known and well liked Irishman from County Kerry who joined 9KBW in autumn 2001 |
| 2014-02-26 17:05:00 | 9 KBW REQUIRE EXPERINCED COMMON LAW CLERKClosing date 5pm 14th March |
| 2014-02-10 12:00:00 | Archbold cites Richard Wood's Court of Appeal caseLast year Richard Wood successfully appeared for the Crown in an appeal against conviction in R v Smith (Joseph Alexander) |
| 2013-12-18 18:00:00 | Grade 4 CongratulationsWarmest congratulations to Mr John Clifford and Mr Julian Jones now both CPS Grade 4 Counsel |
| 2013-11-08 14:29:00 | 9 Defendants at Isleworth Crown CourtJohn Clifford secures the conviction of 9 Defendants at Isleworth Crown Court in a case concerning a conspiracy |
| 2013-07-16 15:00:00 | CPD Seminar - On The ThresholdThreshold criteria for the removal of a child in care proceedings |
| 2013-06-13 17:15:26 | Recruitment Announcement9KBW is looking to recruit juniors and established practitioners in crime family and immigration. |
| 2013-02-28 14:00:00 | Vital new case about bailHow many times have we all heard the old mantra "the court has to take the prosecution's case at its highest" |
| 2013-02-28 12:00:00 | R v Yates [2012] MHLR 313; [2012] EWCA Crim 1657; Lawtel 31/7/2012James Dick representing mentally ill Appellant subject to IPP whose minimum term is halved by the Court of Appeal. |
| 2012-08-30 15:30:00 | Bangkok Hilton escapee prosecuted for drug offencesAndrew Dickens successfully prosecutes David McMillan for large scale importation and distribution of heroin |
| 2012-07-27 16:58:00 | Barmark Award9 KBW are very pleased to announce that we are now one of only a few Chambers in London and the South East to be awarded Barmark status by the Bar Council |
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