The criminal law team at Garden Court North Chambers is home to Nina Grahame KC, who is highly sought after for her expertise in cases involving loss of control and diminished responsibility, as well as joint enterprise and gang-related offences - in one case, she successfully represented the defendant who was accused of murder pursuant to a long-running feud between two different families. Hamish McCallum defends clients across the entire gamut of criminal law cases, including murder, serious assault, and fraud.
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- 'This is a great set with some excellent up-and-coming barristers who are clearly committed to social and criminal justice.'
- 'Their diversity and willingness to leave no stoned unturned underpins the admiration everyone has for their skillset and achievements.'
- 'Garden Court North Chambers is a unique and valuable resource in the north. Their barristers have experience in issues concerning civil liberties and human rights that are not generally available outside London. All counsel share a commitment to providing an excellent service, especially to the most vulnerable. Clerking is effective and helpful, and their training programmes are superb.'
- 'The clerking is excellent responsive and direct. Issues are dealt with promptly and effectively.'
- 'Always very well served by the clerks.'
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