Crime | UK Bar

New Park Court Chambers is a well-regarded set on the North Eastern Circuit, noted for its expertise spanning the full range of serious criminal work. The set houses "an excellent range of good counsel" who are regularly instructed in high-profile homicides and sexual assault cases, and have considerable experience of acting for both the prosecution and defence. Additional areas of strength for the team include organised crime cases arising from gangland murders and drugs conspiracies, and terrorism offences. Members frequently appear before the Crown Courts and the Court of Appeal. Recent instructions have included R v Cox, concerning the defence of a woman charged with child destruction and procuring an abortion.

Park Square Barristers houses a vast breadth of experience and counsel who go above and beyond. The barristers are excellent, prepared, knowledgeable and persuasive in court and provide a first class service." It is considered a go-to in the region for large-scale drug conspiracies, homicides and cases involving serious violence. The team is also noted for its expertise in serious offences, with recent instructions including R v Wattam and others, regarding a two handed murder arising from a disputed drugs transaction.

Exchange Chambers houses "friendly, personable and high-quality barristers" who are often called upon by the CPS to prosecute complex cases, as well as being instructed to defend significant allegations, including homicide and sexual offences. Tenants have recently acted on cases including R v Houston and others, regarding a conspiracy involving over 30 assassination kits for organised crime groups, including viable weapons and ammunition.