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Success for Geoffrey Williams QC as he obtains re-admission for aspiring barrister

Published: 20/07/2022 | News

Geoffrey Williams QC acted for AT, a distinguished Solicitor Advocate with long held ambitions to practise at the Bar.   In 2002 AT was employed by a firm of Solicitors.  Suffering from work related exhaustion AT submitted a false claim for travelling expenses to his employer.  The matter came to light and he was summarily […]

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New Recruits

Published: 19/07/2022 | News

We are thrilled to announce that Lucie Dante and Lewis Scott will join Farrar’s Building in October 2022, following the successful completion of their pupillages with us. Due to a growth in work across our core practice areas, Farrar’s Building is looking to recruit two bright and energetic probationary tenants to start this autumn. The […]

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Ian Unsworth QC Appointed to Circuit Judge

Published: 13/07/2022 | News

After 12 successful years at Farrar’s Building, Legal 500 recognised ‘Leading Silk’, Ian Unsworth QC has been appointed by the Queen to be a Circuit Judge of the Northern Circuit. Ian Unsworth QC, who will be known as His Honour Judge Unsworth QC, will take with him a wealth of experience in serious and complex […]

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Shortlisted: Personal Injury Set of the Year

Published: 06/07/2022 | News

We are delighted to announce that Farrar’s Building has been shortlisted for Personal Injury Set of the Year in this year’s Legal 500 Bar Awards. This is a fantastic achievement which recognises the strength and contribution of each and every member of the Farrar’s team. Congratulations and good luck to all shortlisted. Full list available here.

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Recruitment Opportunities at Farrar’s Building: Probationary Tenants

Published: 05/07/2022 | News

Due to a growth in work across our core practice areas of personal injury, civil common law and employment, Farrar’s Building is looking to recruit two bright and energetic probationary tenants to start this autumn. The successful candidates will enjoy a busy court and paperwork practice and guaranteed earnings of £20,000 in the first six […]

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BITESIZE: Defendant Pleadings – Defences

Published: 01/07/2022 | Bitesize, Defendant Pleadings

Welcome to Farrar’s Building Bitesize Series, a selection of short training seminars which will teach you the basics of pleadings from both a Claimant and Defendant perspective. In this short video, Barrister Tom Emslie-Smith provides an overview of the essential content required for a defence. Please click here to view. Other titles in the Claimant […]

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BITESIZE: Defendant Pleadings – Counter Schedules

Published: 28/06/2022 | Bitesize, Defendant Pleadings

Welcome to Farrar’s Building Bitesize Series, a selection of short training seminars which will teach you the basics of pleadings from both a Claimant and Defendant perspective. In this short video, Barrister Amelia Highnam provides an overview of the essential content required for a Counter Schedule. Please click here to view. Other titles in the […]

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BITESIZE: Claimant Pleadings – Particulars of Claim

Published: 28/06/2022 | Bitesize, Claimant Pleadings

Welcome to Farrar’s Building Bitesize Series, a selection of short training seminars which will teach you the basics of pleadings from both a Claimant and Defendant perspective. In this short video, Barrister Kamran Khan provides an overview of the essential content required for Particulars of Claim. Please click here to view. Other titles in the […]

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