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16th February 2026

Richard Barraclough KC and Thomas Stern complete defence of man who attempted to murder British Army officer

The case of Anthony Esan has now concluded, with Mr Esan receiving a life sentence of imprisonment with a minimum term of 7 years...

13th February 2026

James Harrison and Ethan Dighton conduct case involving novel facts, novel law, and potential national significance

Ethan prosecuted James in what is thought to be the first trial of its kind in England and Wales. MA was one of 79...

12th February 2026

Dr Michael Bowes on the White Paper, ‘A New Vision for Water’.

Dr Bowes has been asked once again by Lexis Nexis for his analysis. This time on the White Paper ‘A New Vision for Water’...

9th February 2026

James Harrison secures unanimous acquittal for man accused of campaign of sexual violence in a controlling relationship

A man accused of multiple serious offences, including allegations of rape, assault by penetration, domestic violence, and controlling and coercive behaviour, has been unanimously...

9th February 2026

Michael Gale K.C.

Six Pump Court Chambers records with great sadness the death of Michael Gale KC, who passed away peacefully at the age of 93. Michael...

9th February 2026

Significant Mooring Rights Decision handed down by High Court

In Jaqueline Casey & Ors v Environment Agency [2026] EWHC 178 (KB), the High Court (Bourne J) recently upheld the decision of HHJ Simpkiss to...

6th February 2026

Tanya Robinson Defendant Acquitted of All Charges Following Canterbury Crown Court Trial

Tanya represented a defendant who was acquitted on 21/1/26 of multiple counts of rape and allegations of physical assault following a trial at Canterbury...

23rd January 2026

John FitzGerald appointed King’s Counsel

Six Pump court chambers are delighted to announce that John FitzGerald will be appointed King’s Counsel in the Silks appointments announced by the Lord...

19th January 2026

Danny Moore KC, leading Kieran Brand, begin defence of child defendant in Isle of Sheppey Murder Trial

Danny Moore KC and Kieran Brand have begun representing a 16-year-old defendant in his trial for the murder of a 49 year old man...

14th January 2026

Congratulations to Stephen Hockman KC and Megan Thomas KC

We are delighted to share that both Stephen and Megan have been recognised as two of the world’s leading practitioners in the Lexology Index:...

8th January 2026

Richard Barraclough KC and Thomas Stern act for Defendant, Anthony Esan, who Pleads Guilty to Attempted Murder of Army Officer

Anthony Esan has admitted the attempted murder of Lieutenant Colonel Mark Teeton, outside Brompton Barracks last July. Esan appeared via video link from Broadmoor...

24th December 2025

Tom Worden Joins Six Pump Court

6 Pump Court would like to welcome Tom Worden who joins us on the 5/1/2026 from 187 chambers. Tom specialises in Crime, defending and...

16th December 2025

Collinson and Hockman on Energy Law: Regulating, Consenting and Incentivising the Energy Transition.

We’re proud to announce the publication of Collinson and Hockman on Energy Law: Regulating, Consenting and Incentivising the Energy Transition. This authoritative text explores:....

10th December 2025

Jemima Lovatt and Ethan Dighton secures unanimous acquittals.

Jemima Lovatt, for the First Defendant, and Ethan Dighton, for the Second Defendant, secure unanimous acquittals following a 6-day ABH trial at Canterbury Crown...

5th December 2025

Ethan Dighton secures conviction in conspiracy to steal high value cars

The Defendant, GV, was accused of conspiring with others to steal over a dozen high-end Mercedes and BMW vehicles from across Kent during a...

27th November 2025

Danny Moore KC, leading Ben Irwin, Secures Acquittal in Complex Manslaughter Trial

Danny Moore KC and Ben Irwin represented a man who, alongside a co-defendant, was prosecuted for manslaughter. The prosecution alleged that the defendant had...

25th November 2025

Alex Crichton-Miller Successfully Appeals Conviction for Indecent Exposure

The Appellant, PS, had been convicted of one count of indecent exposure by a District Judge in the Magistrates’ Court, and appealed to Maidstone...

25th November 2025

Dorchester Court Inquiry Returns

The inquiry into plans for Dorchester Court resumes 26-28 November. Residents continue their fight to protect this Grade II-listed Art Deco estate. For more...

14th November 2025

Regulatory Podcast Episode 4: Overworked and Under Enforced – Stress in the Work Place

We are back with another episode of the Six Pump Court Regulatory Podcast! In the wake of Stress Awareness week, Doug Scott is joined...

12th November 2025

James Harrison secures acquittal of defendant of serious sexual offences

SD was charged with rape and assault by penetration against a former partner in addition to several offences of domestic violence, and controlling and...