Welcome to North Eastern Circuit
There are almost a thousand members of Circuit and you will be able to find a specialist barrister of the highest quality whatever your legal problem.
Welcome to the North Eastern Circuit. There are almost a thousand Members of Circuit and you will be able to find a specialist barrister of the highest quality whatever your legal problem. Local knowledge is a huge advantage in the majority of cases that come before the Courts.
Whether you are involved in a planning dispute, contractual dispute, a disagreement over children, or have been charged with a criminal offence, there will be a Barrister on Circuit who can advise and represent you. It’s entirely up to you as to whether a Barrister represents you.
To find your Barrister please decide which City you need them to be in and then go to each Chambers’ website via the links on this site. We cover all areas from Newcastle down to Sheffield and from Hull to Bradford. For appropriate cases we can also travel to any Court in England or Wales.
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Leader's Message: Autumn 2025
And the winner is….
Congratulations to Caroline Goodwin KC, who will be the next Leader of Circuit.
She will bring her usual energy and enthusiasm to the post and new direction. Well done!
Wellbeing at the bar
Psychological wellbeing within the profession is rarely spoken about. The Bar Council are seeking to address and support the challenges facing the profession.
Join the circuit
Membership of Circuit is open to members of the Bar of England and Wales, who ordinarily practise, or intend to practise on the North Eastern Circuit.
Charity
Over the last thirty years the Circuit has raised almost £200,000 by organising the annual raffle and, in more recent times, a charity auction of lots.
FAQ's
Answers to all the questions you might have