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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Testimonials

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  • 'Kirsten Frankland is an excellent clerk. She is very focused, switched on and provides a great clerking service.'
  • 'The clerks are approachable and respond quickly to queries raised.'
  • 'They are very responsive and proactive and nothing appears to be too much trouble.'
  • 'The clerks are both friendly and professional. They respond quickly to queries. They are very accommodating and try and ensure that appropriate counsel is provided for all cases.'
  • 'A very solid set.'
  • 'The set has a number of excellent counsel at all levels.'
  • 'A great breadth of different barristers who have excellent technical skills and abilities.'

Silks

Leading Silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
Jason Pitter KC
New Park Court Chambers
'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.'

Juniors

Leading Juniors
Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
Jade Bucklow
New Park Court Chambers
‘Jade is extremely knowledgeable in this area and proactive in identifying and addressing any issues that clients may encounter during the course of a case. Her advice is comprehensive and practical.’