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.
Covid-19 Updates - view all
LEADER BULLETIN 13th August 2021
Dear Fellow Circuiteer,
This has been a sad week for the North Eastern Circuit with the death of two well-loved members Matthew Collins and Lorna Cole. You will all have read the heartfelt tribute paid to Matthew that was circulated earlier in the week, and it is right that I now say a little more about Lorna.
Richard Wright QC
@NECircuitleader • 9 Apr 2022
I had a delightful evening with old friends reminiscing about our times as NE Circuit Junior. Feeling a little old as my stint was nearly 20 years ago. Heartened to see that our Circuit continues to diversify and to go from strength to strength. @NECircuitleader https://t.co/tRyPKsZp0C
Richard Wright QC
@NECircuitleader • 12 Mar 2022
The @ne_circuit - skilled practitioners giving up their weekend to ensure that they continue to deliver to the highest standard in challenging cases https://t.co/Pugec6sEz0
Richard Wright QC
@NECircuitleader • 29 Jan 2022
First Bar Council meeting of 2022 this morning. Delighted to support @BarCouncilChair Mark Fenhalls QC as he leads his first meeting. Good to see Solicitor General @AlexChalkChelt attending to hear the concerns of the profession expressed - constructive engagement is essential
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NEC Diversity & Equality Trailer on Vimeo - I know I’m rather biased but I think this trailer looks pretty amazing - can’t wait to see the whole thing. Well done @necircuit. https://t.co/dFUw5ZKs23
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Congratulations from the entire @ne_circuit to honorary member @BarCouncilChair Derek Sweeting on his appointment as a justice of the High Court. A first rate appointment!
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The @ne_circuit Charity Committee strike again ... We have 100 @ne_circuit umbrellas now on sale!! All profits going to charity!! Get your emails into the Charity Committee email address!! (We know of one bidder for the No1.Umbrella already ... @CircuitNorth) ☂️☂️☂️
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
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