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3PB provides a comprehensive legal advocacy and advisory service to individuals and businesses alike both in the United Kingdom and internationally.

Our 270 plus barristers offer legal representation and advice across the UK from six locations: London, Birmingham, Bournemouth, Bristol, Oxford and Winchester.

Latest News

  • Paul Froud

    Paul Froud in CoA judgment confirming inadequate explanation in first instance care decision

    The Court of Appeal handed down judgment last week granting an appeal against a decision of HHJ Wicks. Paul Froud (pictured here), led by Darren Howe KC from 1 Crown Office Row, were instructed on behalf of the Child, acting through her Children’s Guardian. Neither Paul nor Darren appeared at the Final Hearing and were instructed by Mr. James Walthall of Jackson West Solicitors. The Court of Appeal upheld the appeal brought by the Local...

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  • Legal 500 awards shortlist

    3PB shortlisted for four awards at the Legal 500 Bar awards 2025

    Nicole Bollard is nominated for Intellectual Property Junior of the Year with 3PB Barristers in the running for Intellectual Property Set of the Year. Chambers is on the shortlist for Public Services and Charities Set of the Year whilst Chambers Director Russell Porter features in stellar company on the shortlist for Chambers Leader of the Year. Best wishes to all of those shortlisted in all categories. We look forward to celebrating excellence at the Bar...

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    3PB launches its new NCDR family law service

    3PB officially launched its NCDR (Non Court Dispute Resolution) services for family law on Wednesday afternoon (18 June) at 58 Victoria Embankment in London in front of  more than 130 family law solicitors. The large national chambers - with 90 family law barristers - covers the full range of NCDR services including mediation, early neutral evaluation, private FDR hearings and arbitration. The three-hour briefing was billed as "Arbitration in Action" and gave practical tips on...

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    Sunyana Sharma represents family of Mukhtar Mohammad in forthcoming inquest following his murder

    3PB’s regulatory and inquest barrister Sunyana Sharma was instructed to represent the family of  Mukhtar Mohammad at forthcoming inquest following his murder at the hands of his ex-partner in August 2021. The inquest will explore the role played by multi-agencies in safeguarding and risk assessing Mr Muktar from his ex-partner who was known to be a perpetrator of domestic abuse against him.  At the second pre-inquest review hearing, the Coroner identified 9 interested persons in...

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Events & Seminars

  • Online 3PB Family Law Brunch Webinar 11am Thursday 26 June 2025 500

    3PB Family Law Brunch - Thursday 26 June at 11am on Zoom

    Date: Thursday 26th Jun 2025
    Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Venue: On Zoom

    The 3PB family law team would like to invite you to our next family law brunch on Thursday 26 June at 11am for one hour. Our webinar will be hosted by 3PB family law barristers Liz Adams and Matiss Krumins. Matiss Krumins will present 'Appeals in Family Proceedings: a practical look at appealing a decision.' Liz Adams will consider 'Caught on Camera? - Covert Recordings in Family Law Proceedings Concerning Children.' The webinar will include time for questions…

  • In-Person witness

    Witness Evidence in Employment Tribunals: Tips for Practitioners (in-person)

    Date: Wednesday 2nd Jul 2025
    Time: 12:15 pm - 1:45 pm
    Venue: Colmore Building, 20 Colmore Circus, Queensway, Birmingham, B4 6AT

    In-person event Don’t miss our practical session from the Deputy Head of 3PB's Employment and Discrimination group Andrew MacPhail as he shares strategies and tips on deciding which witnesses to call; ensuring that witness statements cover the appropriate scope and do not miss important elements; and avoiding some common pitfalls. A light lunch will be served following the seminar.

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    3PB Personal Injury Conference 2025

    Date: Thursday 10th Jul 2025
    Time: 9:45 am - 8:00 pm
    Venue: Winchester College

    3PB's Personal Injury team is pleased to announce the date for our third annual conference. The 2025 conference will be held in the stunning surroundings of Winchester College. The theme for this year’s conference is Polytrauma. Talks throughout the day from 3PB's Personal Injury barristers and leading industry experts will cover different aspects of this important topic. Confirmed speakers include: Sharan Sanghera (3PB's Deputy Head of PI and Clinical Negligence) Richard Wheeler (3PB) Alex Demetrious-Seymour and…

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