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Webinar – Sole Responsibility Requirement under Para 297 of the Immigration Rules

Lawrence Youssefian, of Chambers’ immigration team, has considerable experience in representing parents, who have sought to bring their child to the UK under paragraph 297 of the Immigration Rules. In this webinar, he explores the precise requirement of ‘sole responsibility’ and delivers a whistle-stop tour of relevant case-law. Lawrence also provides a best-practice guide on […]

Covid-19 and the Courts

Goldsmith Chambers are pleased that our barristers are back in court and able to engage in live hearings when it is possible to do so safely and are able to socially distance. In pursuance of its active support of all its members of staff and barristers including pupils during the Covid 19 pandemic, Goldsmith Chambers […]

Chambers Jury Trial Statement

Members of the criminal team in Goldsmith Chambers both prosecute and defend in trials throughout England and Wales.  We unanimously  and wholeheartedly support  trial by jury. Suggestions have been made in recent days from the judiciary and the MOJ that there should be a temporary suspension of  trial by jury in “either way” offences.  The […]

Webinar – Pupillage and Finding Your Feet in Lockdown

Goldsmith Chambers’ current pupils David Barr, Matthew Poulsom, Toby Roseman and Hannah Gladwell discuss their experiences of pupillage and the challenges faced during the Covid-19 pandemic. The webinar recording can be viewed by clicking on the link below. The supporting slides, which accompany the webinar, can be accessed here.

Webinar – A Guide to Private Prosecutions

Anthony Metzer QC and Adam Gersch present this webinar providing a guide to private prosecutions. The webinar recording can be viewed by clicking on the link below. The supporting slides, which accompany the webinar, can be accessed here and the practice note here.

Webinar – The EU Settlement Scheme, an Update

In this webinar, Samina Iqbal and Sarah Pinder present an update on the EU Settlement Scheme. This webinar covers what needs to be done by EU nationals and their families and will ensure that those steps are not forgotten in the current climate. There has been no extension to the BREXIT transition period date of […]

Re A – Court of Appeal judgment handed down in FGMPO case

Dr Charlotte Proudman, led by Karon Monaghan QC of Matrix Chambers, represented the Respondent Mother in the case of A (A Child) (Rev 1) [2020] EWCA Civ 731. The Court of Appeal handed down judgment in this landmark case concerning FGM Protection Orders when a child does not have secure immigration status. You can access the full judgment here. Charlotte […]

Chambers Webinar Series

Goldsmith Chambers continues its webinar series covering topics which have been impacted by Covid-19. Also covered within the series are areas which are expected to be in high demand once restrictions begin to ease. Family Team: Looking at witness statements in family law proceedings and discussing applications under FPR Part 25. Civil Team: Considering business […]

Webinar – Forced Marriage and FGM Protection Orders

In this webinar, Dr Charlotte Proudman gives an introduction to FGM and Forced Marriage Protection Orders. Charlotte will discuss the application process, key considerations and what factors the court will consider. The webinar recording can be viewed by clicking on the link below. The supporting slides, which accompany the webinar, can be accessed here.

Webinar – Clinical Negligence Claims in the Context of Covid-19

Will injuried patients be disadvantaged? In this webinar, Heather Beckett looks at considerations in respect of potential clinical negligence claims, which have arisen during the period whilst provision of medical services has been impacted by Covid 19. She also considers the effects of the pandemic on cases already “in the system”. The webinar recording can be viewed […]

 

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