by Kris | Oct 3, 2014 | Criminal law, Despicable You, DIY Law, Miscellany, Women & the Law
The amount of revenge porn issues I deal with staggers me. The scenario is generally this: While the relationship was going well, the couple may have exchanged private photos and videos. Then, out of spite, a guy tries to bully his ex by sharing and/or posting sex...
by Kris | Jul 6, 2013 | Direct Access Barristers, DIY Law, Miscellany, Private client criminal defence
Why do people still go to solicitors when they could instruct a Direct Access barrister for an upfront fixed fee? I think it might have something to do with the fact that Messrs Stobart & Co are making their pitch to the public at large. The trouble is, Direct...
by Kris | Sep 11, 2012 | Criminal law, Miscellany, Public law
I’ve been watching the reaction by serving police constables across the country to Theresa May’s indication that police pensions will be drastically reduced – and they’re not happy. The Police pension scheme was last reviewed in 2006 –...
by Kris | Jul 21, 2012 | Criminal law, Miscellany, Public law
Say hello to my local newsagent, Hamdy Shahein. He’s the guy on the left holding the unauthorised balloons. Those in the know will know that Hamdy is one of the lynch-pins of our community. He likes to get in the spirit of things – and today, being the day...
by Kris | Jun 7, 2012 | Direct Access Barristers, DIY Law, Miscellany
I heart Mike Monteiro. Change “design” for “law” and “legal services” for a nice reminder of how lawyers should engage with clients.
by Kris | May 28, 2012 | Miscellany
My podcast with Charon QC is up and, I have to say, it was a real pleasure talking to Mike. My Navy days seem like they’re a lifetime ago – and I’m always surprised (and flattered) when people want to hear more about why I joined, what it was like...
