2DRJ Barristers

Olivia Chessell of 2DRJ Barristers secures an acquittal at trial for man facing two charges of Possession of a Bladed Article in A Public Place. The Lay Justices found the defendant not guilty on the grounds that he had a reasonable excuse to have the two folding knives on his person. Olivia was instructed by Graham & Co Solicitors. To instruct Olivia Chessell contact her clerks by email at clerks@2drj.com or by calling 0207 9362613

Sophia Stapleton of 2DRJ Barristers explores and explains orders made under Section 91 (4) of The Children Act 1989. https://lnkd.in/ehJS6Bxe

2DRJ Barristers Stacey-lee Holland, instructed by Paul Ruse of Bassets Solicitors secures an excellent result at Maidstone Crown Court amidst civil unrest. https://lnkd.in/evm4hEZ5

Donna Longcroft of 2DRJ Barristers instructed by Main Nickolls secures an acquittal for her lay client at Maidstone Magistrates' Court following trial. https://lnkd.in/eXVvWcGA

Court Of Appeal victory for 2DRJ Barristers, Dan Bunting https://lnkd.in/ee8UpHUC

Spotlight on the team 2DRJ Barristers Rachel Hawkes - Chambers Administrator Rachel Joined 2DRJ in August 2023 after having worked at Boots Starke Goacher, a criminal solicitors as an Office Manager for the over 10 years. Rachel’s main role at 2DRJ Barristers is to provide full support to the Director of Clerking with the smooth running of chambers in so far as assisting and overseeing all administrative functions, including finance, facilities, pupillage, the library, IT and other general administrative support. Rachel holds a Level 3 Professional Diploma in Law and Practice at the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. 

I was privileged enough to be invited to an event hosted by Emma Broom and Chris Broom of Opulence - Bespoke Wine Experiences at Balfour Winery in association with Tara Capon of Chilston Park Hotel (next time I will definitely stay at Chilston Park to dodge the thunderstorms!!). The hospitality was second to none, the tasting session was one of the best I have experienced, I am definitely a Chardonnay convert and the venue was just spectacular. Please do contact Emma Broom if you are thinking of hosting a corporate away day or an event to impress your clients. They will tailor packages around your personal requirements and I can guarantee you will not be disappointed. Fantastic evening thank you all and I look forward to treating some of our most esteemed clients at 2DRJ Barristers to a similar experience in the very near future.

Spotlight on the Clerking Team at 2DRJ Barristers Mia Riches - Practice Manager Mia joined us a Practice Manager in November 2021. Mia started her career working at the Crown Prosecution Service where she gained valuable experience as an Advocacy Clerk . Mia’s role at the CPS involved supporting the efficient functioning of the Prosecution’s legal proceedings with particular emphasis on diary management. Mia was responsible for monitoring in-house advocates daily schedules, for ensuring that each case was assigned an advocate and for ensuring case information was up-to-date. Mia’s experience gained through her work at the CPS has set her apart from other clerks and has given her a solid grounding on which to develop a successful career in Clerking. At 2DRJ Mia is responsible for the management of the Family team’s diaries. Mia delivers a high level of service at all times, is friendly, approachable and is well respected by Chambers’ professional clients and members alike.

Spotlight on the Clerking Team at 2DRJ Barristers Sam Cook - Practice Manager Sam joined us a Practice Manager in March 2022. Sam started his career as a Clerk at 2 Temple Gardens in 2009. He then joined 5 St Andrew’s Hill in 2015 as Criminal Clerk and spent 7 years there before making the move to 2DRJ Barristers. Sam is responsible for the management of the Crime team’s diaries, along with assisting Mia Riches with the Family team diary. Sam’s responsibilities extend to the day-to-day overall assignment of cases and agreeing fees. Sam also works closely with the Director of Clerking and the Senior Clerk to assist with practice development. Sam has been clerking for over 15 years. He delivers a high level of service at all times, and as a result of this, he has established strong and effective links with Chambers’ professional clients.

If you know Stephen Lavell and you ever hear his mobile phone ringtone you'll know where his heart lies. It's for this reason he loves to treat those that instruct us to a trip to the Emirates stadium - and there are NEVER any complaints!! So to instruct our barristers (and for a jolly to the Emirates stadium) contact Stephen Lavell or his clerks, Marc Newson, Sam Cook or Mia Riches on 0207 936 2613 or clerks@2drj.com https://lnkd.in/eyv8Gdkg