Seminar on 7th June 2023 Speakers will be Andrew Morrell & Gary Hodkinson on civil and Seamus Kearney on family. The seminar will commence at 6.15pm and be held at […]
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Ed Hand secures acquittal for soldier accused of sexual assault
After a 3 day trial at Bulford military court centre, Ed Hand defending Pte “R” of 44 Sqn RLC, Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, secured an acquittal following a successful submission […]
Article: Possession of an offensive weapon in a private place, almost strict liability
It is well established that it is an offence to be in possession of an offensive weapon in a public place without reasonable excuse. In 2019, Parliament went further by […]
Article: Back to basics- when should a Non-Molestation Order be granted and in particular, when is an ex-parte order required?
Mrs Justice Lieven DBE has sought to clarify and remind practitioners of the applicable law for Non-Molestation Order applications under the Family Law Act 1996, in the recent case of […]
Father succeeds in Court of Appeal case represented by June Venters KC
Specialist family law barrister, June Venters KC, representing the Father in medically complex care proceedings, has succeeded in the Court of Appeal (7th March 2023) in having an earlier judgment […]
Andrew Selby KC secures not guilty verdict in nine-handed murder trial
Andrew Selby KC successful in nine-handed murder trial at Stafford Crown Court. After a trial lasting nine weeks his client was found not guilty. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-stoke-staffordshire-65031427
James Hay represents RAF Air Specialist (Class 1) acquitted of Sexual Assault in Catterick Court Martial
Following a Court Martial before a 6-person mixed RAF and Army Board, the AS1 was acquitted of Sexual Assault. The AS1 was accused of sexually assaulting a fellow airman in […]
James Hay represents Army Captain acquitted of Sexual Assault
James Hay represented a REME Captain this week acquitted of Sexual Assault, with allegations being made in the months following a Mess dinner. The 6-person Board swiftly returned their Not […]
Article: Freeze!
Freeze! A recap and summary of J v H [2022] EWFC 133, which was a case involving the Husband’s (‘H’s) application for a freezing order. The relevant background to this […]
Anne Faul Secures Unanimous Acquittal in Trial
Anne Faul, leading Daniel Darnbrough instructed by Andrew Smith of SBS solicitors, secures acquittal (unanimous verdict) for her client who was charged with wilful neglect of her son, contrary to […]
Paramjit Ahluwalia to speak at International Workshop at Deakin University, Australia
Paramjit Ahluwalia to speak on 13th February at International Workshop on ‘Improving access to Justice for Women who kill their abusers’ at Deakin University, Australia. Paramjit with other practitioners from […]
Article: Causing death by dangerous driving: two important recent decisions
In January 2023, the Court of Appeal (Criminal Division) handed down two judgments which provide authoritative guidance to judges and practitioners dealing with the offence of causing death by dangerous […]
Article: Finally, time to have my say… isn’t it?
The recent appeal of Mother v Father [2022] EWHC 3107 (Fam) explores and confirms judicial case management powers, with an emphasis on when and how the Court will hear evidence. […]
Article: Allegations with a criminal element in the Family Courts
Adele Rainsford, current Pupil, of the Lamb Building Family Team explores how Family Courts handle allegations which involve a criminal element while considering the recent High Court case of A […]
Article: Sanctions for Breach of an Anti-Social Behaviour Injunction – an Update
Tim Jones of the Lamb Building Civil Team considers the guidance on sanctions for breaches of Anti-Social Behaviour Injunctions set out by the Court of Appeal in Lovett v Wigan […]
Article: New Year, New News Section
Happy new year to one and all! Much like everyone else, Lamb Building Family Team has some of their own New Year goals. One is to provide more frequent updates […]
Amy Packham prosecutes case of child cruelty at Lewes Crown Court
On Friday 4th November two defendants received six years imprisonment each for child cruelty, for the wilful neglect of 7 children in their care between September 2019 and June 2021 […]
Natalie Turner Joins Lamb Building
We are pleased to announce that after successfully completing her pupillage Natalie Turner has accepted an invitation to join chambers. Natalie will be a welcome addition to our Crime and Regulatory […]
Lamb Building members ranked in Legal 500 2023
Chambers are delighted to report that our members have once again been ranked as leading barristers in the 2023 edition of the Legal 500 directory. Charlotte Johnson is once […]
Signaller acquitted of attempted rape and sexual assault in Court Martial
James Hay represented a Signaller acquitted this week of attempted rape and sexual assaults at Bulford Military Court. The Board took just 30 minutes to return Not Guilty verdicts on […]
Amy Packham presents a talk to students in Years 9 & 10 at the prestigious Seaford College about Online Offending and the Dangers of Social Media.
As part of a series of talks to school children Amy Packham addressed teenagers about the very real risks of chatting to strangers online, with real life examples; the effect […]
LAMB BUILDING AND KEATING CHAMBERS’ SUMMER SCHOOL 2022
ZOOM 23rd June 2022 After a successful event in 2021 (hosted by Lamb Building), the Summer School returns this year with co-hosts Keating Chambers. It is open to LLB, GDL […]
James Hay represents Sapper acquitted of ‘violent’ rape in Court Martial
After a four day Court Martial at Bulford Military Court, the Sapper was found Not Guilty of two counts of rape against a fellow soldier. The case received national and […]
Amy Packham appointed as a Recorder
Chambers are delighted to announce that Amy Packham has been appointed as a Recorder by Her Majesty the Queen on the recommendation of The Lord Chancellor and the Lord Chief […]
Joy Dykers appointed as a Deputy District Judge
Lamb Building would like to congratulate Joy Dykers on being appointed as a Deputy District Judge (Magistrates Court).
Richard Elliott Joins Lamb Building
We are pleased to announce that Richard Elliott, formerly of 3 Temple Gardens, has joined chambers. Richard brings a wealth of experience to our Crime Team in both Defence and […]
Yaa Dankwa Ampadu-Sackey and Yasmin Omotosho Elected to the Bar Council
Lamb Building barristers, Yaa Dankwa Ampadu-Sackey of the Family Team and Yasmin Omotosho of the Civil and Public and Regulatory Team, have been elected to the General Council of the […]
Lamb Building ranked as Leading Set in Chambers UK Bar 2022
Chambers are delighted to announce that once again Lamb Building has been ranked as a Leading Set in Chambers UK Bar 2022, with five of Chambers’ members being ranked individually: […]
Anne Faul secures unanimous acquittal at trial
October 2021 Anne Faul, instructed by Mr Andy Smith of SBS Solicitors, secured a unanimous acquittal for her client following a two-week trial at Cambridge Crown Court. The Defendant faced […]
Members of Lamb Building ranked in Legal 500 UK Bar 2022
Chambers are delighted to announce that the following members of Lamb Building have been ranked as Leading Juniors in the 2022 edition of the Legal500’s UK Bar directory: In the […]
Yaa Dankwa Ampadu-Sackey joins Lamb Building
We are pleased to announce that Yaa Dankwa Ampadu-Sackey will be joining Lamb Building Chambers!
Lamb Building Chambers’ Summer School 2021
Registration is now open for Lamb Building Chambers’ Summer School 2021.
Anne Faul secures unanimous acquittal in serious sexual assault case
June 2021 Anne Faul, instructed by Andrew Smith of SBS solicitors, secures acquittals for her client who was charged with sexual assault (by penetration) of a girl under 14 years. […]
Article: Into the Unknown
Tim Jones of the Lamb Building Civil Team discusses the impact of the recent case of London Borough of Barking and Dagenham and others v Persons Unknown and others [2021] […]
Article: To Waive or Not to Waive? That is the Question
Tim Jones of the Lamb Building Civil Team discusses the recent decision of the Court of Appeal in Faiz and Others v Burnley Borough Council [2021] EWCA Civ 55 and […]
Article: Pet Peeves
Tim Jones of the Lamb Building Civil Team discusses the new model tenancy introduced by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. Introduction Recently, there have been news reports […]
Article: A Gateway Opens – how to terminate a tenancy on the death of the tenant
By Tim Jones This article considers the recent Court of Appeal case of Gateway Housing Association Limited v the Personal Representatives of Mohammed Nuruj Ali (deceased) and Delara Begum [2020] […]
Article: Civil Injunctions under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 – a missed opportunity?
By Tim Jones On 8 July 2020, the Civil Justice Council (“CJC”) completed a report (“the report”) (published on 8 October 2020) reflecting on the effectiveness of the civil injunction […]