Castle Gate Chambers is widely seen as ‘the go-to set in Nottingham’ for criminal barristers. James Horne KC is ‘an excellent barrister with great people skills’, routinely instructed to defend against homicide and serious sexual offences charges. ’Excellent silk’ Andrew Vout KC acts in high-profile cases – he recently represented a 21-year-old mother of two accused, alongside her partner, of murdering her 10-month-old son. Laura Pitman’s broad practice covers murder, attempted murder, sexual offences, and firearms cases, among others. James Armstrong-Holmes is ‘well-respected by judges and lawyers alike in the East Midlands’. He has notable experience handling drugs conspiracy, historic sexual offences, and s18 wounding with intent cases.
Testimonials
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- 'The clerks offer a great service, especially Richard Pell. He is always available if needed and can be relied on completely.'
- 'The chambers is well run and clerked by Richard Pell who is always contactable and prompt to return calls/emails.'