At New Park Court Chambers, we do things a little differently. With a total of 74 barristers, including 13 King’s Counsel, our reach and influence stretches far beyond the bounds of our Circuit.
As a Tier 1 Set based in Leeds and Newcastle we are home to a number of high profile and nationally and internationally reputable Counsel.
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New Park Court retains its standing on the North Eastern Circuit and ‘The Regions’ and leads the rankings in the 2023 edition of Chambers and Partners as a Band 1 set for Crime, with Paul Greaney KC also recognised as a star individual alongside Robert Smith KC.
Thirteen members of the New Park Court Criminal Team are ranked barristers. The directory has highlighted Chambers’ strengths in inquests and enquires stating “They are good chambers, and deserve their place in band 2.”
For Professional Discipline “New Park Court Chambers has great strength in depth and offers counsel to handle cases of the most complex and sophisticated nature.”
The set is equipped to handle a wide range of complex inquests such as those involving the police and medical practitioners, in which members draw on their coronial, criminal and professional disciplinary experience.”
The client service provided by the New Park Court Staff has also been commented on in the latest edition.
“Under the direction of chief executive Rob Wagg, New Park Court Chambers looks set to continue on its upwards trajectory. The strong clerking team is supported by an excellent administration.”
“The clerks are very approachable and professional.”
“The clerks are experienced, helpful and accommodating.”
“All the clerks are personable and approachable. There is always a prompt response received to any questions or queries raised and an excellent service provided.”
“New Park Court Chambers has a wide range of counsel from the top silks to eager juniors. They are all are very capable.”
Robert Smith KC (Star Individual)
“He is very experienced and has a very good reputation.”
“He is a class act.”
“Alistair is a brilliant all-rounder, meticulous in terms of preparation, good with clients and a fantastic advocate.”
“His ability in cross-examination of scientific witnesses is extraordinary.”
“Alistair is extremely tenacious.”
“Robert is a persuasive advocate.”
Paul Greaney KC (Star Individual)
“Paul is a star.”
“He is a very high-profile and very able silk.”
“He is excellent.”
“Nicholas is an excellent counsel.”
“He commands respect in the courtroom. He prepares thoroughly and is able to convey the most complex of points in a jury-friendly manner.”
“He has a focus and delivery that makes him impressive as an advocate.”
“Jason is a measured, classy and stylish performer.”
“He has an excellent ability to communicate to juries.”
“He is a brilliant silk. He is very bright and great with all clients.”
“Nicholas is excellent.”
“He is a good operator.”
“Simon is an impressive and polished advocate.”
“He is able to present complex issues effectively and persuasively with a confidence achieved through solid preparation and mastery of the evidence.”
“Tom’s knowledge of the law is amazing.”
“He is very thorough in his preparation, never leaving any stone unturned.”
“Tom is a very careful and thorough advocate.”
“Tom brings an impressive intellect and conscientious approach to all of his cases.”
“Geraldine is very bright.”
“She steadfastly works on her cases.”
“She is thorough in her preparation.”
“Geraldine is very experienced.”
“Chloe is an extremely hard-working and talented individual with excellent interpersonal skills.”
“Matthew is very hard-working.”
“He is a good operator.”
“His tactical awareness and ability to carve through a case, cutting to the issue, is impressive to behold.”
“Adam’s preparation and mastering of the paperwork is meticulous.”
“They are good chambers, and deserve their place in band 2.”
Band One Silk – “A top performer,” who “has a very good manner and is very efficient.”
“New Park Court Chambers has great strength in depth and offers counsel to handle cases of the most complex and sophisticated nature.
“Jason is a very persuasive advocate and is measured and thoughtful.”
“Jason is one of the best advocates I have ever had the privilege of working with. His level of detail is exceptional, as are his ability to put a client’s defence forward, and his techniques in cross-examination.”
“Lee is an exceptional barrister. Very bright and very able. I couldn’t speak highly enough of him.”
“Paul is an advocate of the highest level, he commands the courtroom.”
“He is an excellent and efficient barrister.”
“He is a very skilled cross-examiner.”
“Nicholas is a very intellectual barrister.”
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