A fantastic and well-deserved achievement.

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We’re proud to share that Selva Ramasamy KC and Fiona Robertson have been named in the 2026 Pro Bono Recognition List.

The list celebrates legal professionals who have committed 25+ hours to pro bono work over the past year, supporting access to justice across the UK.

A reminder of the importance of expert evidence in police driving cases and the Court’s power to award costs.

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Mark Aldred secures wasted costs order following discontinued prosecution.

HHJ Crowther ordered the CPS to pay £9,960 after a dangerous driving case against a police officer was pursued for over a year before being discontinued shortly before trial.

Alex Mullen appeared on behalf of the Teaching Regulation Agency in the case of Jennifer Howie, accused of examination malpractice and aggressive and racist behaviour.

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David Jeremy KC, on his third return to the Court of Appeal representing Ben Field, secures a judgement acknowledging that the Court had been wrong to dismiss Field’s first appeal in March 2021.

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Philip Evans KC is instructed in proceedings concerning allegations of manslaughter arising from an incident in south London in September 2025.

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Paul Raudnitz KC acted for the Crown in a case at Derby Crown Court in which a man who caused an explosion destroying his own home and extensively damaging five neighbouring properties was jailed for 11 years.

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QEB Hollis Whiteman announces the retirement of Mark Ellison KC, a leading barrister and inspirational Head of Chambers for ten years. We will miss him enormously and wish him a very happy retirement.

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Crispin Aylett KC and Jennifer Newcomb appeared for the prosecution in a high-profile murder trial where the case concerned a teenager who was convicted following a fatal stabbing.

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The defendant, Dale Cole, inflicted serious internal injuries on Lisa Holland and the court found that her death occurred after a prolonged period of abuse.

Edward Brown KC was instructed by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).

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Edward Brown KC of QEB Hollis Whiteman appeared for the prosecution in a case concerned with the murder of a woman following a prolonged period of abusive and controlling behaviour by her partner.

We look forward to sharing future editions and continuing the conversation around developments in proceeds of crime and asset forfeiture work.

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The newsletter also coincides with the Spring launch of the POCA Advisory and Asset Forfeiture (PAAF) practice group at QEB Hollis Whiteman, which we are excited to grow.

This inaugural edition has been developed by Allison Clare KC, Anita Clifford, Zara Brawley and Kathryn Hughes, who share insights and commentary on recent cases, emerging issues and practical developments in this area.

We are pleased to share the first edition of our new POCA Advisory and Asset Forfeiture (PAAF) Newsletter, dedicated to developments and ideas relevant to proceeds of crime advisory work and asset freezing and forfeiture.

Following a hearing in south London, the Misconduct Panel found that none of the allegations were proven and that DS Mackennon had not failed in his duties.

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Fraser Coxhill of QEB Hollis Whiteman appeared on behalf of Detective Sergeant Ray Mackennon, a Metropolitan Police officer, in misconduct proceedings concerning his oversight of an investigation into former officer David Carrick.

Karen is regularly instructed across these areas by a range of parties, reflecting the breadth and balance of her practice.
Our warmest congratulations go to Karen, and to all those who were successful in this year’s competition.

This appointment recognises Karen’s skill, dedication, and professionalism as an advocate, and reflects the commitment to excellence that Chambers values.

Karen’s practice spans serious and complex crime, corporate and financial crime, and regulatory and public law.

We are delighted to share that Karen Robinson has been appointed King’s Counsel, following the Lord Chancellor’s recommendation and His Majesty the King’s approval.

Today, Karen formally made her declaration, marking a significant milestone in her distinguished career.

Field was originally convicted of the murder of Mr Farquhar in August 2019, following a trial at Oxford Crown Court. His appeal against conviction was heard on 28 January 2021.

Judgment has been reserved.

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David Jeremy KC of QEB Hollis Whiteman appears on behalf of Benjamin Field in proceedings before the Court of Appeal.

The proceedings follow a review of Field’s conviction for the murder of Peter Farquhar.

Jocelyn Ledward KC and Fiona Robertson of QEB Hollis Whiteman appeared in the High Court in the appeal concerning Liam Óg Ó Hannaidh (of Kneecap), intervening on behalf of the Attorney General.

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Fiona Robertson of QEB Hollis Whiteman prosecuted Christopher Jackson who pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving and two counts of causing serious injury by dangerous driving arising out of a fatal collision on the pedestrianised area of The Strand on 18 March 2025.

The defendant entered guilty pleas to causing death by dangerous driving and to a further count of dangerous driving arising from the same course of conduct.

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Philip McGhee of QEB Hollis Whiteman prosecuted R v Justin Clarke-Samuel at the Old Bailey, where the defendant (known professionally as Ghetts) was sentenced to 12 years’ imprisonment for causing the death of Yubin Tamang by dangerous driving.

The trial is expected to last four weeks.

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Paul Raudnitz KC leads the defence in the Operation Neptune homicide trial.

Chukwuemeka Ahanonu is accused of the murder of Nila Patel in Leicester City Centre on 24 June 2025. He denies murder and advances a defence of diminished responsibility.