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2 Our specialist motoring law team have a reputation for their vast knowledge and their exceptional advocacy skills which has developed when representing multiple clients charged with a Road Traffic Act offence. This is evident by the team regularly receiving instructions from national law firms who specialise in this area of law. The team frequently assist in cases where the client has been charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, speeding, death by careless driving, driving without due care and attention and motoring fraud. For many clients, ensuring they can continue to drive is essential for their livelihood and when faced with criminal proceedings for an offence many don't understand their legal rights. Our team are on hand to provide specialist legal advice within strict timescales which our clients find to be clear and precise that allows them to understand what those rights are. The team prides themselves on their proven track record of being able to ensure the client receives the best advice and representation possible to ensure the client either receives a reduction in the length of a ban or due to special reasons get to retain their licenses. The team have, on numerous occasions, successfully appealed decisions and are able to thoroughly examine the evidence to provide clients with a realistic prospect of success. Additionally, for those who drive for a profession our Regulatory and Public Law team are on hand to assist in Taxi Licensing Appeals, licensing applications, revocation of a license and disciplinary appeals. The team's exceptional advocacy skills and knowledge in this field makes them the perfect option to achieve the best possible outcome for the client. Angela Wrottesley Robert Sandford Matthew Parkinson Kevin Jones Richard Veni Chris Aspinall David Horne Gurpreet Rheel Rachael Hughes Rosemary Kavanagh DX: Page 2 of 15

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4 Angela Wrottesley Angela has a wealth of experience when it comes to cases where a client has been charged with a road traffic offence. Her recent work includes representing clients with speeding offences, drink and drugs related offences and driving with no insurance. She is fully verse in special reasons and has on numerous occasions been able to assist the client in retaining their license. Angela's other experience includes offences relating to the use of a mobile phone, failure to stop or report an accident and appeals. Called: 1999 Her attention to detail and pro-activeness makes her a popular choice for clients and solicitors alike in this area of law. Her meticulous scrutiny of the evidence against the client allows her to accurately assess the chances of success. After spending time working as a legal advisor and police station representative for a local solicitors firm she joined chambers in September She completed pupillage with Richard Sheldon and now has over 13 years experience at the bar. Appointments Appointed First Tier Tribunal Judge Social Entitlement Chamber [2011] Pupillage and Recruitment Officer Professional Associations North Eastern Circuit (Circuit Junior between March and October 2009) Member of the Derbyshire and North Nottinghamshire Housing Law Group DX: Page 4 of 15

5 Robert Sandford Robert is a specialist criminal law barrister who has acted on behalf of defendants charged with offences of causing death by dangerous driving, speeding, driving under the influence of drink or drugs and using a mobile phone. He has a proven track record for securing the best result possible for his clients, especially so where their license is their livelihood. His background as a solicitor in general practice for many years before joining the bar affords him the ability to fully understand the process of how cases are prepared and presented to the courts. Additionally, he has been able to gain the ability to critically evaluate evidence and advise clients of the prospects of success. Called: 1999 Professional Associations Member of the Criminal Bar Association DX: Page 5 of 15

6 Matthew Parkinson Called: 1999 DX: Page 6 of 15

7 Kevin Jones Kevin is a specialist criminal barrister who initially qualified as a solicitor before being called to the bar in His experience of working as a solicitor for a number of years gave him valuable insight into how cases are prepared and presented. His motoring law experience covers all types of matters that include, but are not limited to, speeding, dangerous driving including death, drink and drugs and appeals. His ability to critically evaluate the evidence is welcomed by clients and solicitors alike as they can be sure to received accurate and solid legal adice as to the prospects of success. His friendly and well mannered approach ensures he retains instructions and is a favourable choice of counsel. Called: 2003 Professional Associations Member of the Criminal Bar Association DX: Page 7 of 15

Richard Veni Richard joins chambers having been a fully qualified duty solicitor and solicitor advocate at a specialist firm of solicitors in the Manchester region.

8 Richard Veni Richard joins chambers having been a fully qualified duty solicitor and solicitor advocate at a specialist firm of solicitors in the Manchester region. Having qualified as a solicitor in 2009 Richard has built a strong understanding of criminal law and procedure appearing before magistrates' and Crown Courts on a regular basis, particularly following him obtaining his Higher Rights of Audience in 2011 His experience as a solicitor means that he has personal knowledge of every stage of a prosecution from the initial police station call to the conclusion of a case in Court. Called: 2006 DX: Page 8 of 15

9 Chris Aspinall Chris qualified as a solicitor in 1998 and attained his Higher Rights of Audience in 2004 and worked for one of the leading criminal law firms in. He was called to the bat in 2008 whereupon he joined chambers. He undertakes work in all matters relating to road traffic offences including but not limited to speeding, driving under the influence of drink and drugs, failing to stop or report an accident, dangerous driving, use of mobile phones and disqualifications. His criminal law background ensures he is exceptionally thorough in his preparation of a case and his meticulous scrutiny of the evidence allows him to accurately advise clients of their prospects of success. Called: 2008 Chris has a relaxed style whilst never taking his eye off the finer details of his client's case which has resulted in him retaining excellent relationships with both his instructing solicitors and his clients. Further, his technical expertise, tactical awareness and extensive criminal law background ensures he achieves the best possible outcome for his clients. Appointments VHCC Panel Member Professional Associations DX: Page 9 of 15

10 David Horne David prides himself on being able to secure the best outcome for his clients through meticulous preparation of a case and unrivalled knowledge of motoring law. Success has been his main driving force which is demonstrated by his track record of securing reductions in length of bans or assisting the client in being allowed to keep their license. He undertakes all types of road traffic offences but with specific expertise in speeding and the accumulation of points. He has successfully been able to persuade the magistrates that banning a client from driving would cause exceptional hardship to them and to others. Called: 2009 His ability to provide well-drafted and clear advices within strict timetables and deadlines makes him a popular choice of advocate. David accepted an invitation to join us following successful completion of his pupillage under the supervision of Michael Upson. Throughout his highly successful academic career he has demonstrated a commitment to helping members of society who have needed it the most by founding and participating in numerous human rights groups and undertaking pro-bono activities. Appointments Diversity Officer Professional Associations Human Rights Lawyers Association DX: Page 10 of 15

Gurpreet Rheel Gurpreet joined Chambers in June 2015 as a pupil and accepted an offer of full tenancy in March 2016.

11 Gurpreet Rheel Gurpreet joined Chambers in June 2015 as a pupil and accepted an offer of full tenancy in March Prior to joining Chambers she lead a team of advisors comprising Solicitors, former teachers and Union Branch Managers at NASUWT providing advice and representation to teacher members in respect of Employment and Discrimination matters. She was also a County Court Advocate with Ashley Taylors Legal providing representation in a variety of matters including Landlord and Tenant disputes, forfeiture, mortgage repossession, infant settlements, insolvency, cost assessments, summary judgments and set asides as well as small claims RTA and credit hire matters. Called: 2009 Professional Associations ELGAR DX: Page 11 of 15

12 Rachael Hughes Rachael's practice is growing steadily. She joined us having worked for the Serious Fraud Office as both a Paralegal and Criminal Investigator in the Proceeds of Crime and Bribery and Corruption Departments. This experience saw her becoming involved with the investigation of highly politically sensitive cases that spanned several jurisdictions. Notably, investigating and analysing financial records to identify the operation, participants and victims of suspected economic crime. Called: 2011 Prior to joining the SFO, Rachael was a Paralegal at Cartwright King Solicitors working within their Criminal Department. She specialised in both prosecution and defence work, acting as a fee earner on defence cases, whilst also overseeing private prosecutions on behalf of the Royal Mail. She has a wealth of experience of advocacy having taken part in numerous mooting competitions. In particular she was a finalist of the Nottingham Junior Lawyer's Division's advocacy competition for two consecutive years. DX: Page 12 of 15

13 Rosemary Kavanagh Rosemary successfully completed her pupillage and accepted an offer of tenancy in In the Crown Court, Rosemary has appeared in cases of dangerous driving, including causing serious injury. She is also regularly instructed to appeal both convictions and sentence. Appearing as defence Counsel in the Magistrates Court, she has gained a wealth of experience defending trials for drink and drug driving, careless driving, speeding and failure to furnish information. She has an excellent understanding of the legal technicalities involved in such trials. Called: 2012 Professional Associations Member of Family Law Bar Association Member of Employment Law Bar Association Member of Criminal Bar Association Members of Personal Injury Bar Association Rosemary is often called upon to advance both special reasons and exceptional hardship to avoid disqualification. Clients comment on her ability to critically evaluate the evidence and provide sound advice. Her friendly yet straightforward manner sees her being able to retain those who instruct her. Before joining Chambers Rosemary previously worked for the Citizens' Advice Bureau advising clients with Learning Disabilities on benefits (including drafting appeals), housing, immigration and contract law and was named Employee of the Year in DX: Page 13 of 15

14 Dan Foster Dan is a former Duty Solicitor, Crown Court Litigator and Solicitor Advocate and brings a wealth of experience with him in this area of law. Having qualified in 2010 he went on to complete his Higher Rights of Audience in both Criminal and Civil Law in 2011 which has particualr focus on Criminal Law. He has extensive experience representing clients who face all varieties of motoring prosecutions. In particular, he has represented clients seeking to advance Special Reasons to avoid a driving ban following charges for offences such as Excess Alcohol. He also has experience in "totting up" cases which involve Exceptional Hardship arguments. He has enjoyed success representing individuals on spiked drink "back calculation" defences. Called: 2015 DX: Page 14 of 15

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Annette Gumbs. Strengths: Annette is technically excellent and has a keen eye for detail.

Annette Gumbs. Strengths: Annette is technically excellent and has a keen eye for detail. BARRISTER PROFILE: ST JOHN S BUILDINGS Annette Gumbs Email: clerk@stjohnsbuildings.co.uk Phone: 0161 214 1500 Year of Call: 1994 Her background in personal injury and negligence cases means she is particularly