Man jailed for attempted murder caught after DNA found on lollipop in getaway car

…that the car used to commit the offence and that the defendant was the getaway driver proven by circumstantial evidence including scientific and extensive telephone and cell site evidence. http://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/man-jailed-attempted-murder-caught-7778317…

Paul Lawton Appointed as Circuit Judge

…management committee. From a personal point of view, I have thoroughly benefitted from , and enjoyed, his company. He goes with our best wishes and thanks. Since he will initially…

Simon Gurney shortlisted for Legal Professional of the Year Award 2014

…charm and good forensic skills with hard work. It is a formidable combination and it is pleasing to see it being recognised.” For more information see the MYTA website: http://www.mytawards.co.uk/…

Not Guilty verdict for man accused of murder.

…4 weeks. David Platt was found guilty of both charges and received a life sentence with a 30 year minimum period to serve. Read more about the trial here: http://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/convicted-sex-offender-stamped-strangled-8106755…

Suzanne Goddard QC secures acquittal in £4m illegal party drugs probe

…others being convicted. Suzanne Goddard Q.C of Lincoln House Chambers was Instructed by Imran Khan of Lewis Hymanson Small Solicitors LLP. For more information on the case please visit http://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/eccles-accountant-charged-4m-illegal-3865105…

Neil Usher successfully prosecutes Fred Talbot on historic sex offence case

…each of the boys he took advantage of would find it impossible to speak out and tell other adults what he had done”, Mr Usher added. Read more here http://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/fred-talbot-found-guilty-molesting-8623436…

Operation Yap – Successful appeal and “hidden assets” confiscation reduced to £1

…that the client had no hidden or other realisable assets. The client was represented by Matthew Corn of Olliers and Dan Thomas at Lincoln House Chambers. See more here: http://www.olliers.com/latest-news/olliers-client-hit-£1-confiscation-order.html…

LINCOLN HOUSE CHAMBERS SHORTLISTED FOR HALSBURY LEGAL AWARDS REGIONAL CHAMBERS OF THE YEAR AWARD

…September. Chambers offer our congratulations to our working partners for shortlistings in other areas, in particular, DLA Piper Regulatory Team, Hugh James Solicitors and 2 Hare Court. http://www.halsburylegalawards.co.uk/halsburylegalawards2015/the-shortlist-2015    …

Chief Constable cleared of gross misconduct

…of allegations of “inappropriate advances” towards female officers and staff. These were the first misconduct proceedings against a Chief Constable since the introduction of elected Police and Crime Commissioners. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-somerset-33459460…

A homeless man has been jailed after admitting killing a Burnley man as he stood outside a shop.

…was found to be a dangerous offender, was sentenced to an extended sentence of detention of 81/2 years. Tim Storrie defended Bradbury for NGA Solicitors, Burnley. Read more here; http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-34014961…

LEILA GHAHHARY ACTS FOR LOCAL AUTHORITY TRADING STANDARDS UNIT IN SUCCESSFUL MULTI-HANDED TRADE MARK PROSECUTION

…tobacco from two shops in the area of Oldham. Manchester Crown Court heard that searches took place at both stores after Oldham’s Trading Standards Unit received complaints about the quality…

Henry Blackshaw Secures conviction of hit and run killer after 12 years of evading justice.

…conduct of the trial. Henry has been commended by Sergeant Lee Westhead of Greater Manchester Police for his tremendous effort, determination and his unrivalled ability as a prosecution barrister. http://www.itv.com/news/granada/2015-11-23/hit-and-run-driver-jailed-for-killing-five-year-old-boy-12-years-ago/…