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      Crime essay competition now open!

      3PB’s criminal law group is running an essay competition which is open to those with an interest in the criminal Bar. The competition closes on 1 February 2025 and carries cash prizes for the top three essays. 3PB has an enviable reputation in criminal law on the Western Circuit and a commitment to encouraging and promoting access and engagement from all those with a keen interest in criminal practice, especially those with strong links to...

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      Michael George joins the SE Talks Podcast to discuss how to Divorce Amicably Together

      3PB's specialist family law barrister Michael George (pictured here) has spoken to the SE Talks podcast about how to divorce amicably. Michael is also a consultant barrister at SE. In the episode, Michael joins SE solicitor Monica to discuss a hybrid approach that combines mediation and dispute resolution. They guide couples through the process and provide neutral advice that supports them in court. They highlight the advantages of this approach and how it encourages open...

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      Charlotte Hadfield and Alice de Coverley publish second edition of ‘A Practical Guide to the Law in Relation to School Exclusions’

      3PB Barristers’ (3 Paper Buildings) specialist education law barristers Charlotte Hadfield (Head of 3PB’s education law group) and Alice de Coverley have published a second edition of their successful book ‘A Practical Guide to the Law in Relation to School Exclusions’. The law relating to school exclusions is complex, often mixing public and regulatory law, anti-discrimination and human rights, statutory guidance and, when relating to independent schools, principles of commercial contract and tort. The book,...

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      Construction barrister and QS Jon Shaw joins 3PB

      3PB (3 Paper Buildings) are delighted to welcome construction barrister and QS Jon Shaw to its successful Construction and Engineering Group. Jon joins 3PB from another well-known London chambers, having been a partner at Fenwick Elliott, the UK's largest specialist construction and energy law firm, between 2016 and 2019. Jon’s practice will focus on construction, with over 30 years’ experience in the industry. A qualified Quantity Surveyor and a construction claims expert for over twenty...

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      3PB’s personal injury team is excited to welcome Kim Wilson

      3PB civil law barrister Kim Wilson, who specialises in personal injury and military/police claims, has become a member of chambers and will work from 3PB’s Birmingham office. Kim has a vast array of experience well beyond his 2022 year of call, with expertise across military and policing activities, giving him an in-depth knowledge of these systems and a true eye for detail. Kim’s recent caseload has seen him undertake a range of personal injury and...

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      Jonathan Underhill appointed as Grade A Panel Counsel on List of Specialist Regulatory Advocates and CPS Grade 4 Specialist Fraud Panel

      3PB crime and regulatory barrister Jonathan Underhill has been appointed, by the Regulatory Board that operates a Panel Counsel list on behalf of the Attorney General, to the List of Regulatory Advocates in Health and Safety and Environmental Law at Grade A. The Regulatory Board comprises the Health and Safety Executive, Environment Agency, Office of Rail and Road, Natural Resources Wales, the Care Quality Commission and the Office for Product Safety and Standards. Appointed counsel...

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      Tim Bradbury - RIP

      3PB Barristers (3 Paper Buildings) has very sadly reported today that senior crime and regulatory barrister Tim Bradbury, pictured here, passed away last Saturday 28 December 2024 after a long illness. An exceptional barrister and an even better man, Tim will be remembered for his dedication to his clients and to 3PB in equal measure. The Weldmar Hospice in Dorset treated Tim beautifully and was so supportive to Claire and his family. Tim could not...

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      Andrew Duncan wins Court of Appeal case over name change for non-binary child

      3PB’s family barrister Andrew Duncan, pictured here, recently acted as sole counsel in a pro bono appeal in Re C (A Child) (Change of Given Name) [2024] EWCA Civ 1582, successfully overturning a Circuit Judge's decision that dismissed a non-binary child’s application to change their forename. Andrew was instructed by Chris Bell of PS Law, a niche law firm with offices in Milton Keynes and Northampton. The Court of Appeal, in allowing the appeal and...

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      Rebecca McKnight writes an article on Sentencing Guidelines Update

      3PB crime and regulatory barrister Rebecca McKnight has written on the new guidelines for strangulation or suffocation/ racially or religiously aggravated strangulation or suffocation. The new sentencing guidelines will come into force on 1st January 2025.The data in this area is relatively limited given the offences only came into force on 7 June 2022 but practitioners will know that it is becoming increasingly common to see a charge of strangulation or suffocation. There was a...

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      December Employment Law Newsletter Out Now

      Welcome to 3PB’s final Employment and Discrimination Law newsletter for 2024. Edited by Jo Laxton, it features analysis from Ben Amunwa, Alex Leonhardt and Emma Greening on the following cases:
      - Connor v Chief Constable of South Yorkshire Police [2024] EAT 175
      - Shakil v Samons Limited [2024] EAT 192
      - L v The Commissioners for His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs [2024] UKFTT 001044 (TC)
      We thank all our clients and contacts for their support throughout 2024 and wish you all our best wishes for 2025.

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      Jonathan Underhill’s client acquitted of attempted murder

      3PB Barristers’ (3 Paper Buildings) specialist criminal law barrister Jonathan Underhill has successfully secured an acquittal for his client, accused of attempted murder. Following a week-long trial, Jonathan’s client, W, was acquitted of attempted murder. W had attended at a school car park in possession of, what was described by the prosecution as, a “vicious cut-throat razor”. W approached his ex-partner, whom he knew would be in attendance, and following a confrontation slashed the victim’s throat....

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      Rachel Bale delivers LexisNexis webinar on the end of year round up in Family Law

      3PB’s chancery and property barrister Rachel Bale delivered a webinar for LexisNexis on the end of year roundup in Family Law, with a specific focus on Financial Remedies. The webinar addressed the use of non-court dispute resolution, the courts' approach to conduct and costs, clarity on the concept of Matrimonalisation, and an update on pensions. To watch a preview, or the full webinar (subject to subscription), please visit here If you would be interested in...

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