News

Daniel Penman succeeds in case stated appeal on costs of unsuccessful police applications

In Chief Constable of West Yorkshire Police v Wort a costs order was made against the Chief Constable following the dismissal of an application for a Sexual Risk Order.

13 March 2026

Daniel Penman successfully defends discrimination claim against police force

In this case a police officer suffering from PTSD as a result of his police work was ill-health retired by the Chief Constable.

12 March 2026

Matthew Bean obtains acquittal of man charged with attempted murder.

Matthew Bean, defending a man charged with attempted murder at Teesside Crown Court, successfully argued that the case should be stopped, due to lack of evidence, resulting in the defendant’s acquittal.

12 March 2026

Dr Joe Purshouse and Braxton Handa commence their second six of pupillage

Dr Joe Purshouse and Braxton Handa spent their first six months of pupillage observing various proceedings across all of chambers’ practice areas.

09 March 2026

KBW Chambers wishes everyone a very happy International Women’s Day

KBW Chambers wishes everyone a very happy International Women’s Day. At KBW we continue to grow from strength to strength with the unparalleled contribution and hard work from all women in our chambers at all levels.

06 March 2026

Successful Appeal Secures Six‑Month Domestic Abuse Protection Order

Eugene Cross represented Greater Manchester Police (GMP) in an appeal before Manchester Crown Court concerning a Domestic Abuse Protection Order (DAPO).

04 March 2026

Simon Mallett has been appointed Head of KBW’s Police Law team

Simon Mallett takes over the role from Olivia Checa Dover, who continues to be a member of the Police Team

20 February 2026

Wellbeing evening at KBW Chambers

On Thursday, 12 February 2026, members of KBW Chambers were treated to a Wellbeing evening put together by the Wellbeing Committee comprising of Simon Mallett, Becky Jane, and Sam Ponniah.

16 February 2026

Edward Johnson takes over role of Deputy Head of the Family Team.

09 February 2026

David Brooke KC secures acquittal in case involving attempted murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life.

03 February 2026

KBW Chambers is delighted to announce that Matthew Bean has been appointed King’s Counsel

We are delighted to announce that Matthew Bean has been appointed King’s Counsel in the new Silk appointments announced today.

23 January 2026

Chambers is delighted to welcome Tom Crowther KC as a Door Tenant.

We are delighted to welcome Tom Crowther KC to KBW Chambers.

05 January 2026