Jason Pitter KC
Jason is an excellent advocate, with an impressively balanced style. From observing his advocacy, you are always left with the impression that he is in complete control of every case.'
The professional discipline team at New Park Court Chambers has established strength in appearing before the GMC, the GDC and the NMC. The ‘persuasive’ Jason Pitter KC is very well-known for acting in police misconduct cases. Adam Birkby’s practice includes acting on behalf of the GMC in restoration, fitness to practise and review hearings before the MPTS, as well as representing police officers in misconduct proceedings; in a recent matter, he successfully defended a police officer against allegations of gross misconduct arising from use of force when arresting a child at a school for pupils with behavioural problems. Jade Bucklow has expertise in representing Social Work England in fitness to practise proceedings.
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