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St Pauls Chambers Offices

St Pauls Chambers
Park Row House, 19-20 Park Row
LEEDS
LS1 5JF
England
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St Pauls Chambers > The Legal 500 Rankings

North Eastern Circuit > Crime (general and fraud) Tier 1

St Pauls Chambers is ‘a very experienced criminal law chambers with significant talent at every level‘. In a prominent work highlight, Nick Worsley KC successfully defended a man who was acquitted of both murder and attempted murder after his brother-in-law was stabbed; the defendant had been jointly charged with his father. Sam Green KC‘s recent caseload includes prosecuting in high-profile murders; he acts as joint head of chambers with newly appointed silk Denise Breen-Lawton KC, who is ‘extremely impressive‘ and has an excellent reputation for handling complex fraud work, terrorism cases, and serious sexual offences, to name a few areas. Helen Chapman is ‘very poised‘ and ‘a great trial tactician‘. The senior end of the team was also bolstered by the elevation of James Bourne-Arton KC to silk in the 2024 round.

Leading Silks

Ranked: Tier 2
Bryan Cox KC - St Pauls Chambers 'Bryan is a strategic thinker, who develops a compelling, persuasive rapport with the court and clients. He holds the court's sustained attention and notice when on his feet.'
Ranked: Tier 2

2023 Silks

Nick Worsley KC – St Paul’s Chambers 'He is absolutely unflappable. Tremendous before a jury, and has a keen eye for detail.'

2024 Silks

Denise Breen-Lawton KC – St Paul’s Chambers 'Denise is a truly exceptional advocate. Her mastery of complex and vast cases is second only to her ability to convey the same to a jury in a clear, digestible and persuasive manner. She is a dogged defender; you would want her in your corner if you were in trouble.'

Leading Juniors

Ranked: Tier 1
Helen Chapman – St Paul’s Chambers 'She is both tactically astute and hugely effective when cross examining, even on the most sensitive of trials. She is an outstanding advocate.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Kristina Goodwin - St Pauls Chambers 'She is tactically brilliant, methodical and persuasive.'
Ranked: Tier 3
George Hazel-Owram – St Pauls Chambers 'George goes the extra mile for his clients. He is a top-tier court advocate: his courtroom presence is modest and unassuming yet his advocacy is commanding. His witness handling is empathetic – even when cross-examining - and this approach means that he is devastatingly effective in trials before a jury.'
Ranked: Tier 3

Testimonials

‘The clerks’ room is superbly led by Jayne Drake, who provides an excellent service, bringing a very business-savvy nous. Jayne is well-supported by Kelly Staniforth, who is uber-efficient and always prompt at responding to all enquiries, calls and emails.’

‘Kelly Staniforth is excellent, well organised and a good communicator.’

‘Jayne Drake is extremely efficient and personable.’

‘Jayne Drake knows the business very well.’

‘Jayne Drake makes the impossible possible.’

‘Kelly Staniforth is an exceptional clerk.’

‘Kelly Staniforth is outstanding.’

‘Kelly Staniforth is impeccable at her job and keeps things running to a high a standard.’

North Eastern Circuit > Inquests and inquiries

North Eastern Circuit > Administrative law and human rights

North Eastern Circuit > Education

North Eastern Circuit > IT, telecoms and data protection

North Eastern Circuit > Media, entertainment and defamation

North Eastern Circuit > Personal injury

St Pauls Chambers > Set Profile

Established in 1982 by the late HH Norman Jones KC (Former Recorder of Leeds), St Pauls Chambers still holds the same values and commitment to excellence.  Over the last 4 decades 26 members have shaped their careers either to Silk or to the Bench or both. We are a set of 48 members comprising 14 Silks.

We are noted for producing quality advocates. Growth is organic and selective. We do not compromise on quality. We believe that our prominence in the market is not just specific to our specialist areas, but our commitment to providing an unrivalled service at every level within those specialist areas. Anyone can claim to be ‘specialist’ in their field but we believe we set the benchmark for that statement. We have positioned ourselves in the market as a go-to set for very specific cases relevant to specific individuals across a number of specialisms. Each member provides a unique offering in their chosen field. Career development is a priority and equality of opportunity is at the forefront of our minds in the development of careers.

 

Main Contacts

Department Name Email Telephone
Senior Clerk Jayne [email protected] 01132270703
Chambers Administrator and Fees Clerk Richard Wright [email protected] 01132270707
Practice Development Clerk Matthew Taylor [email protected] 01132270706
Criminal Diary Clerk Kelly Staniforth [email protected] 01132270705
Civil & Family Clerk Abigail Mayoh [email protected] 01132270708
Junior Clerk Connor Madden [email protected] 01132270704

Barrister Profiles

Photo Name Position Profile
Jane Brady photo Jane Brady Jane Brady is a very highly regarded criminal practitioner whose advocacy, case preparation and… View Profile
Bryan Cox KC photo Mr Bryan Cox KC ryan Cox is a specialist in Crime and Child Care law, who has been consistently highly… View Profile
Kristina Goodwin photo Ms Kristina Goodwin Kristina Goodwin has a busy mixed practice and accepts instructions in a… View Profile
Sam Green KC photo Mr Sam Green KC Sam Green KC was called to the Bar of England and Wales… View Profile
George Hazel-Owram photo Mr George Hazel-Owram George Hazel-Owram is an outstanding and persuasive advocate, renowned for his meticulous… View Profile
Sophie Mitchell photo Sophie Mitchell Sophie Mitchell has an impressive Common Law and Commercial practice, specialising in Defamation, Harassment, Privacy and Confidentiality. Sophie… View Profile
Simon Myerson KC photo Simon Myerson KC Simon Myerson KC is much sought after for cases that require both criminal and civil high-level… View Profile
Jonathan Sandiford KC photo Jonathan Sandiford KC onathan Sandiford KC was called to the bar in 1992 and was… View Profile
Robert Smith photo Univ Prof Dr Robert Smith Robert Smith practises in the field of personal injury and medical negligence. He acts for… View Profile
Nick Worsley KC photo Nick Worsley KC View Profile

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