Georgina Goring is a persuasive jury and professional tribunal advocate who has developed a successful practice in criminal, professional disciplinary and regulatory cases. She is also regularly instructed to appear in inquests.
She was previously employed in the regulatory sector (GMC) and therefore has an established understanding of a variety of professional regulatory frameworks.
Georgina is well known for her personable nature, attention to detail and her ability to manage and advise clients in relation to complex issues.
Georgina has delivered training to solicitors regarding aspects of medical regulatory law.
Regulatory
Georgina represents a wide range of individuals and regulatory bodies. She is a member of Chambers’ GMC Team.
Georgina has an established understanding of professional regulation having represented the Nursing and Midwifery Council at a variety of Fitness to Practise hearings during a secondment. Prior to joining the Bar she worked within the General Medical Council’s in house legal team.
Georgina is experienced in representing companies facing allegations of regulatory breaches in relation to food safety and environmental issues.
Georgina was a junior in a conspiracy to defraud the Traffic Commissioner trial. This case improved Georgina’s knowledge of Transport Law and the role of the Traffic Commissioner. Georgina accepts instructions in all aspects of Transport Law including public inquiries.
Notable Cases
- GPHC v RV [2019]
Represented a senior Pharmacist in a 3 weeks fitness to practise hearing. Mr RV originally faced over 50 allegations relating to prescription errors, controlled drug errors and dishonesty spanning 4 pharmacies. A successful submission of no case to answer was made in relation to half of these allegations. All dishonesty charges were dismissed and only 6 minor allegations were found proved.
- GMC v GB [2018]
Represented the GMC in fitness to practise proceedings where the Doctor had physically assaulted members of the public and police officers whilst under the influence of alcohol.
- GMC v JA [2018]
Represented the GMC in a hearing where the Doctor was found to have sexually assaulted two female colleagues.
- OTC v BRP Group Ltd [2018]
Represented this ‘O licence’ company before the Traffic Commissioner who determined no further action needed to be taken given that changes had been made and moving forward they were compliant.
- Ofsted v DT [2018]
Represented a child minder before Ofsted who faced a series of allegations after an Ofsted inspection.
- BACP v EF [2017]
Represented a counselor who faced allegations of patient care failures, involved questioning of a vulnerable complainant.
- HCPC v PN [2017]
Represented a social worker who faced allegations of failing to report sexual allegations. A small proportion of allegations were found proved. The Panel found that these failures were due to a severe lack of resources and staffing issues. A caution order was imposed for 12 months.
- South Kesteven District Council v SR [2017]
Represented an individual facing breaches in relation to food safety at his restaurant.
- National College for Teaching & Leadership v AM [2016]
Successfully represented a teacher in front of his regulatory body. Persuaded the Panel to set aside a prohibition order, allowing the teacher to return to teaching after a 5 year period. Advised on the need of a psychiatric report after considering medical evidence.
- NMC v PJD [2016]
Successfully represented the NMC. Allegations found proved against senior nurse who physically and verbally abused an elderly care home Resident who had severe learning difficulties. The Conduct and Competence Committee found impairment and that his actions were incompatible with remaining on the Register, thus Nurse D was struck off.
Inquests
Georgina is instructed both by individual interested parties and companies/organisations in a variety of inquests.
Georgina specialises in care home and medical deaths and also has a strong interest in deaths in custody cases.
Georgina has delivered training and lectures on recent changes within Coronial law.
Notable Cases
- Inquest touching the death of SW [2019]
Acting on behalf of the care home. Complex medical evidence examined from various experts in relation to how fractures were sustained which were contributory to SW’s death. To be heard 2019.
- Inquest touching the death of SM [2018]
Acting on behalf of the care home where SM was found to have choked on food. No criticisms of the home were made as the deceased was found not to be a ‘choking risk’ after careful questioning of several medical experts on the issue of causation.
- Inquest touching the death of RQ [2018]
Instructed to represent the driver of a van where the trailer became detached and collided with the deceased. Involves instruction of experts as to technical aspects of compatibility of the trailer and vehicle.
- Inquest touching the death of TK [2017]
Instructed by insurers for an individual driver. Involved complex vehicle engineering reports.
- Inquest touching the death of KT [2017]
Instructed by Merseyside Fire Service on behalf of their driver, in relation to the death of a motorcyclist. No criticisms were made of his actions.
- Inquest touching the death of CC [2016]
Instructed by the Royal College of Nursing in 4 week inquest, in relation to the death of an informal mental health patient in an acute ward. Represented Nurse SL where the issue was the standard of care provided to the deceased by both the ward and the Police. No criticisms were made of Nurse SL’s actions.
Crime
Georgina is currently instructed counsel on the Disclosure team for the Hillsborough Criminal Prosecution.
Georgina is regularly instructed to prosecute and defend in the Crown Court, Youth Court and Magistrates’ Court in a wide range of offences including violence, sexual offences, dishonesty, drugs and driving offences. She is a CPS Level 3 Prosecutor.
Georgina deals well with both young and vulnerable defendants and witnesses.
Notable Cases
- R v KM [2019]
Defended in causing death by careless driving. Considered expert evidence regarding conspicuity. Defendant pleaded guilty and received a non-custodial sentence.
- Operation Yarrowsburg [2019]
Successful Prosecution as led junior in a multi handed drugs and fraud conspiracy involving selling psychoactive substances on the ‘dark web’. All 4 Defendants received custodial sentences.
- R v RM [2018]
Defended a Nurse who faced 4 counts of sexual assault in relation to 4 separate complainants whilst working at Leeds Festival. The Defendant was acquitted by jury of all charges.
- R v SH [2018]
Defended in case of neglect of a person who lacks capacity. Dealt with extensive and complex medical records.
- R v MT [2018]
Successfully defended a man of good character charged with rape and assault by penetration. The trial featured complex forensic evidence and tracking of the Defendant’s movements via GPRS and cell site activity.
- R v JH [2018]
Successfully defended a man of good character charged with sexual assault and multiple assault charges arising out of an incident in a nightclub. Acquitted of all charges by jury.
- R v CR [2018]
Defendant charged with causing death by careless driving. Advised on obtaining evidence from pathologist regarding causation and a collision analyst regarding the circumstances of the collision. Trial to be heard 2018.
- R v KB [2018]
Successfully defended man charged with taking drugs into prison. Defence of duress. Psychiatric evidence obtained to explore the Defendant’s mental wellbeing. The Crown offered no evidence once this was served.
- R v YA & PS [2017]
Successfully defended two men of good character charged with affray and possession of a bladed article. Successful abuse of process argument in relation to non-disclosure of CCTV evidence. Indictment stayed on all counts against both defendants.
- R v WP [2017]
Successfully defended a man of good character charged with multiple offences of indecent assault with a child under 13. Acquitted of all charges.
- Operation Martinez [2017]
Disclosure junior in multi handed murder trial, involving multiple sensitive disclosure issues. All 5 Defendants were convicted.
- R v TL [2017]
Successfully defended man charged with robbery. Acquitted of all charges.
- R v PS [2017]
Successfully defended man charged with conspiracy to supply Class A drugs. Acquitted of all charges.
Civil
In her Personal Injury practice, Georgina regularly appears in the County Court in road traffic accident cases. She also has experience of both fast track and multi-track trials. She has also advised Claimants and Defendants on both liability and quantum in a range of personal injury matters
Practice Areas
Appointments & Memberships
- CPS Level 3 Prosecutor
- North Eastern Regulatory Lawyers
Education
- Hubert Greenland Scholarship, Lincoln's Inn (2013)
- BPTC (Very Competent), Nottingham Law School (2011-2012)
- LLB (Hons), University of Leeds (2007-2010)
Related News
- Suspended sentence for serious 'fire safety' breaches
- Georgina Goring successfully prosecuted a leading Consultant Cardiologist before the Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service
- Georgina Goring successfully defends in Rape trial at Liverpool Crown Court
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