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Julian Hardy successfully represents Doctor

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 10:36:00 GMT

Julian Hardy successfully represents Doctor in proceedings before the Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service, started by the General Medical Council which have lasted 3 years.

Initially facing 3 allegations and facing a hearing before the Tribunal, the final allegation was withdrawn following a strong defence and representation.

Chelmsford Crown Court

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 15:15:00 GMT

Martin Tracy, together Mr Danny Robinson QC and Nick Robinson ( Junior Counsel) from 5 Kings Bench Walk, secure the acquittal of our client DC on charges of Murder and Manslaughter following legal submissions at the end of the prosecution case at Chelmsford Crown Court.

Brooklyn Law secures a not guilty verdict for Murder at the Old Bailey. Kamal Channa instructed Mr John Ryder QC and Mr Martyn Bowyer to represent the defendant in a 6-week trial.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 22:55:00 GMT

Martin Tracy instructed in a multi-defendant conspiracy to commit serious sexual offences over a 20 year period in the Midlands.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 10:12:00 GMT

Brooklyn Law instructed in 8-handed Fraud.

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 09:17:00 GMT

Kamal Channa advises on 8-handed Fraud.

Brooklyn Law instructed in 4-handed Murder.

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 09:16:00 GMT

Kamal Channa instructed in 4-handed Murder at the Central Criminal Court.

Escaped UK prisoner tries to hand himself in.

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 09:02:00 GMT

An escaped UK prisoner tried to hand himself in seven times, court told.

https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2020/sep/18/escaped-uk-prisoner-tried-to-hand-himself-in-seven-times-court-hears

Brooklyn Law acquires David Rubie Mitchell & Co

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 15:18:00 GMT

Brooklyn Law acquires David Rubie Mitchell & Co

Brooklyn Law is very pleased to announce that as of the 1st July 2020, they have acquired David Rubie Mitchell & Co, who have been providing legal services in Croydon for 50 years.

Led by Managing Director, Julian Hardy, the joinder of the two firms will provide our past, present and future clients with an unparalleled legal service across London with offices in The City, Harrow and Croydon. With traditional views and a modern approach this exciting joinder of two established firms will provide a complete legal service dealing with Civil, Family, Employment, Landlord and Tenancy, Wills and Probate and Serious Crime.

Brooklyn Law secure acquittal in £4.6m fraud.

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 11:28:00 GMT

Martin Tracy and counsel secure the acquittal of Mr. J and co-defendants at Southwark Crown Court in respect of a 15 count Indictment concerning allegations of fraud and money laundering to the value of £4.6 million.

Brooklyn Law instructed in £10m drugs importation.

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 10:57:00 GMT

Acquittal of lady charged with £35,000 fraud.

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 15:32:00 GMT

Julian represented a female charged with £35,000 of benefit fraud over a 5-year period. The defendant was acquitted at the Crown Court of all charges by unanimous verdict.

12 months imprisonment for man who fought against Isis.

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 14:23:00 GMT

https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2019/nov/07/briton-who-fought-isis-alongside-pkk-in-iraq-jailed-for-four-years

Kamal at Brooklyn Law represented Mr James who was sentenced to 12 months imprisonment for attending a camp in Iraq where the banned PKK group was present. In addition Mr James will serve 3 years imprisonment relating to drugs offences.

Brooklyn Law provide Seminar for Pakistan Government.

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 11:42:00 GMT

Warren Mitchell of Brooklyn Law receives an award from the Pakistani Ambassador for presenting a seminar on Legal Aid. The Punjab Province in Pakistan is looking to introduce a Legal Aid system running along the same principles as we do here in England.

First prosecution against a Briton for going to Syria to oppose Islamic State.

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 10:40:00 GMT

Brooklyn Law represented Aidan James who faced a re-trial at the Old Bailey. This is the first prosecution against a Briton for going to Syria to oppose Islamic State. Mr James had originally been cleared of terrorism charges in April. In his second trial he was cleared of a second charge of attending a place of terror training with Kurdish YPG units – or ‘People’s Protection Units’ in Syria. He will be sentenced for training in weapons with the PKK in Iraq.

https://news.sky.com/story/british-army-reject-who-fought-against-is-guilty-of-terror-charge-11843995

Murder Acquittal

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 15:53:00 GMT

Julian and Kamal represented a 17 years old male charged with Murder, Manslaughter, Wounding and Violent Disorder alongside 7 others. The defendant was acquitted all charge but Violent Disorder. The Defendant was sentenced to a 9 months rehabilitation order.

Brooklyn Law Online Mail article

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 09:36:00 GMT

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https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7422813/Here-10-companies-help-protect-money.html

Brooklyn Law new address.

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 11:30:00 GMT

We are very excited to announce that Brooklyn's have moved to the City, our new address is 16 St. Martin's Le Grand, EC1A 4EN.

The Times newspaper article

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 11:21:00 GMT

The Times Newspaper article.

“THE FIRST THING we do, let’s kill all Lawyers!” – Shakespeare, Henry VI.
Well, that would be a good start! However, contrary to Mr. Shakespeare’s views, should you ever require a solicitor at any time in your life, it can be a daunting prospect, a journey full of confusion, a minefield of problems and uncertainties. At Brooklyn’s we do not want you to start your legal journey alone, we are committed to walk hand-in-hand with you, to offer support, advice and achieve the best outcome possible during your difficult time.
“God works wonders now and then: Behold! A lawyer and an honest man!” – Benjamin Franklin.
Historically our roots are embedded in criminal law, but led by director Julian Hardy, we now offer a complete legal service dedicated to our client’s needs. We now have civil, family and probate departments to complement our criminal team. With traditional views and a modern approach Julian and his team of expert litigators are focused on proper preparation, understanding and discretion committed to ensuring our clients receive the best quality service.
“No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another” – Charles Dickens.
Brooklyn’s have a Legal Aid contract for criminal litigation and are members of the Complex Fraud Panel. From road traffic offences to complex, high-profile criminal cases, civil issues and family matters, we provide a complete legal service.
We have offices in the City, Harrow and a new office is opening in Croydon shortly.

Martin Tracy secures acquittal in County Lines Drug Conspiracy.

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 11:10:00 GMT

Martin Tracy secures the acquittal on Mr. C at Bradford Crown Court in respect of a county lines drug conspiracy.

11- Handed Conspiracy to Commit Grievous Bodily Harm

Mon, 01 Jul 2019 09:22:00 GMT

Kamal Channa represented a defendant in part one of a 11-handed case of Conspiracy to Commit Grievous Bodily Harm at Snaresbrook Crown Court. Two defendants were found not guilty and the other two got a hung jury.

GDPR Prepared

Mon, 13 May 2019 15:44:00 GMT

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Brooklyn Law are pleased to confirm that we have been awarded 'GDPR Prepared' by PDA Legal. This mark demonstrates that we have taken robust steps to manage data for our staff, clients, suppliers and others.

London Lives - Knife Crime Event.

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 14:10:00 GMT

Kamal Channa, Martin Tracy and Simon Butler attend seminar at Hogan Lovells on Knife Crime.

Julian Hardy represents a Senior Doctor.

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 14:07:00 GMT

Julian Hardy successfully represented a senior doctor who was accused of sexual assault on one of his patients. With the doctors exemplary reputation of more than 35 years at risk, Julian successfully represented him at the police station and no further action was taken.

Successful defence on Money Laundering allegations.

Wed, 17 Apr 2019 11:09:00 GMT

Martin Tracy successfully defends client charged with money laundering of £475,000 after 5 years and two trials at Inner London Crown Court.

No verdict over man who 'went to fight IS'

Tue, 16 Apr 2019 09:23:00 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-merseyside-47939113

The Jury has been discharged in the trial of Aidan James. Prosecutors have confirmed that they would seek a retrial on the outstanding two counts. The trial will be re-listed at the Old Bailey in due course.

Brooklyn Law successfully defend a 13 year old boy of Kidnapping, Robbery and GBH.

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 11:20:00 GMT

Martin Tracy represent one of five boys charged with kidnapping, attempted kidnapping, Robbery and GBH. With careful advice from Martin and defence team, our client was acquitted on all charges. the co-defendants were all sentenced to custodial sentences.

Brooklyn Law instructed in 11-handed GBH.

Tue, 02 Apr 2019 13:36:00 GMT

Kamal Channa is in instructed in an 11-handed GBH, involving drug dealing, a stabbing and significant public disorder. It is alleged that this attack involves gang rivalry. The case is listed for a two month hearing at Snaresbrook in May.

Brooklyn Law instructed in Murder.

Tue, 02 Apr 2019 13:33:00 GMT

https://www.londonnewsonline.co.uk/nine-charged-with-eltham-murder-of-jay-sewell/

Kamal Channa is representing a youth charged with Murder. The 9 handed trial is listed in June at the Old Bailey.

Brooklyn Law are representing a Briton fighting against Isis in Syria.

Tue, 02 Apr 2019 13:29:00 GMT

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-merseyside-47804779

Bhavna Kerai is instructed to represent R -v- J, who is currently standing trial at the Old Bailey for the alleged offence of engaging in conduct in preparation of terrorist acts and attendance at a place used for terrorist training.

Brooklyn Law instructed to review Appeal case on evolving law of, Coercive Control.

Tue, 02 Apr 2019 11:29:00 GMT

Martin Tracy is instructed to review an appeal of a convicted man serving life for murder. The deceased was found dismembered.
The case is based around the evolving law of Coercive Control.

Brooklyn Solicitors instructed in £4.6 million Money Laundering Case

Tue, 02 Apr 2019 10:40:00 GMT

Martin Tracy instructed for two defendants in an international money laundering conspiracy involving 6 defendants at Southwark Crown Court. Trial pending.

Brooklyn Law instructed in Grenfell Tower Inquiry.

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 11:19:00 GMT

Julian Hardy instructed to represent a company in Grenfell Tower Inquiry.

Brooklyn Law successfully defend man charged with importation of 500 kilos of cocaine worth £500 million.

Sun, 24 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Julian Hardy represented a client who was accused of being involved in the importation of 500 kilos of cocaine worth £500 million. Despite being arrested abroad and being extradited to the UK, Julian and the defence team worked hard to prepare the clients' case for trial. The Client was found not guilty and immediately released from prison where he had spent 7 months on remand.

Appeal to overturn a Guilty Plea

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:32:00 GMT

The defendant and his mother were represented by a legal aid firm for a very serious offence of Section 18 Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH). Upon advice received by his trial counsel he pleaded guilty to the offence and received nine years imprisonment. The mother believed the advice that she would avoid prison but was sentenced to 18 months for a lesser offence of affray. Both defendants were of previous good character and from a good family background. They pleaded guilty on the first day of trial, having been advised that they would receive lesser sentences.

The defendant/appellant had approached the services of a Queen’s counsel to draft grounds of appeal in relation to the advice he had been provided. We were instructed privately as a result of investigation that was required to assist in preparation of the appeal. It was imperative we obtained statements from nine witnesses in a short space of time, which dealt with the advice the defendant had received. We drafted a pro-forma questionnaire to provide to the witnesses prior to seeing them and then attended upon them to take their statements. These were submitted to Queen’s Counsel to assist in drafting the grounds of appeal. The appellant is appealing his guilty plea to the offences on the basis

Inmate released back on license after successful representations to the Parole Board

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:29:00 GMT

We acted for the Mr. D who was arrested in May 2013 following an allegation of murder. We were privately funded in this matter. Mr. D was police bailed pending enquiries. Our client Mr. D, prior to arrest, was still on license for drug offences for some considerable time. Having been arrested and police bailed for murder, the probation services took the view that his risk had elevated to such an extent that a fixed term recall (28 days) was insufficient. They made representations to the Parole Board, which were endorsed by them, to the extent that a decision for indeterminate recall was made. This essentially means that until the Parole Board decide otherwise, release will not be endorsed. Mr. D’s instructions were clear, he did not commit the murder. He was alleged to have committed the murder by a witness. The police following on this information arrested Mr. D and interviewed him. Mr. D told the police that he was nowhere near the murder incident at the time, had alibi witnesses and his phone would show his whereabouts by virtue of cell site. The police authorities bailed him pending investigation, but the Parole Board decided the arrest constituted a significant escalation of his risk. We made written representations to the Parole Board as to Mr. D’s release. These were refused. We worked alongside the family and the police authorities to try to clear Mr. D’s name. The police investigation represented a barrier to being placed back on license. We were able to obtain confirmation by the police that they did not object to Mr. D being placed back on license. The Parole board still did not change its mind. We requested an oral hearing, the Parole board refused to grant us one. We then took action to start a Judicial review of this decision to oppose an oral hearing. Due to evidence we had assisted in forwarding to the police authorities, in mid-August, the police decided to release Mr. D from police bail and didn’t pursue the investigation any further. We continued to place pressure on the probation services and the Parole board and Mr. D was released on license again.

This case illustrates the danger of being on license and what can happen as a result of an innocuous arrest, which escalates the risk and causes considerable time in which the Parole Board do not endorse release. We were able to place pressure on the Parole Board and worked closely with the family to encourage the police to investigate a murder offence within three months and to NFA (No further action) him. By working expediently and tactically, we were able to secure his release back on to license. In the absence of representation and expert advice, offenders can often languish on license recall at the mercy of the Parole Board.

Client acquitted of a murder charge

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:25:00 GMT

Our client was recently acquitted of a murder charge after a complex five week trial. Our client was amongst three other defendants one of which is still at large (April 2016).

Conspiracy to defraud

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:24:00 GMT

Our client was recently charged with conspiracy to defraud and various fraud and money laundering offences. The CPS offered no evidence to the conspiracy charge after we made several representations to the Crown and as a result our client pleaded guilty to a lesser charge and was relieved to receive a suspended sentence.

Grievous Bodily Harm charge

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:23:00 GMT

We made written representations to the Crown Prosecution Service in relation to a section 18 Offences Against the Person Act 1861 Grievous Bodily Harm charge. Based on our representations 3 months later the Crown Prosecution Service replaced the charge with that of a less serious charge.

A well-known south coast businessman

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:22:00 GMT

Brooklyn Law have successfully represented a well-known south coast businessman who was charged with an array of 41 separate charges relating to large scale company fraud and theft charges. Our client has been acquitted and the trial collapsed.

Mortgage Fraud

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:21:00 GMT

Brooklyn Law successfully defended a client who was charged with eight charges relating to mortgage fraud and associated fraud allegations. The charges against the client were dropped by the Crown Prosecution Service following robust assertions by Brooklyn Solicitors that the disclosure process was wholly inadequate.

Realisable Assets

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:20:00 GMT

Brooklyn Law successfully defended a client against a prosecution application to increase the value of realisable assets available for confiscation.

R v H & H Blackfriars Crown Court

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:18:00 GMT

Martin Tracy of Brooklyn Law has successfully represented a father and son from a travelling family in respect of allegations of attempted murder made against them. Both clients were acquitted of the attempted murder charges made against them.

The allegations made were particularly serious as they involved a moving vehicle, and an axe being used to assault the driver through the driver’s side door window whilst the vehicle was moving at speed.

Grenfell Tower Enquiry

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:17:00 GMT

Brooklyn Law have been instructed in the tragic Grenfell Tower enquiry and look forward to representing their client’s interests with the firm’s usual dedication and attention to detail. Julian Hardy will lead the Brooklyn team involved in this particular instruction.

Conspiracy to rob cash from security vans

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:16:00 GMT

Wayne Horner has been recently instructed by the main defendant in relation to an alleged conspiracy to rob cash from security vans following a two year investigation by the Flying Squad. This matter will be heard later this year in Croydon CC.

Conspiracy of fraudulent trading

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:13:00 GMT

Kamal Channa of Brooklyn Law recently represented our client in an alleged four handed conspiracy of fraudulent trading, breach of timeshare regulations and money laundering regulations during the period between 2011 to 2016. This complex case was brought to the courts by Bournemouth Borough Council.

The matter was concluded with the first defendant entering a basis of plea, and our client subsequently pleading guilty to two strict liability offences and getting a conditional discharge, meaning Brooklyn Solicitors yet again got a great result for its client.

Bournemouth Echo News Article

One of the UK’s largest drugs busts

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:13:00 GMT

Brooklyn Law has been instructed to represent a defendant who has been charged with being concerned in the import of £41 million of cocaine into the UK on a private jet from Columbia. This is one of the UK’s largest drugs busts to date. The Brooklyn’s team on this instruction will be led by Julian Hardy.

Conspiracy to supply class A drugs

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:10:00 GMT

Wayne Horner has been instructed by one of the lead defendants in an alleged multi handed conspiracy to supply class A drugs over a 15 month period. This new matter involves the seizure of firearms and ammunition and involves an international element.

Conspiracy of fraudulent trading

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:09:00 GMT

Bournemouth Echo News Article

One of the UK’s largest drugs busts

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:08:00 GMT

Failure to give a breath sample

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:05:00 GMT

Brooklyns have successfully defended a client who failed to give a breath sample. The Brooklyn’s team secured a not guilty verdict following a summary trial for failing to provide a specimen of breath. Brooklyn’s team put forward medical evidence that medication wrongly prescribed by the accused’s GP caused chronic headaches and argued successfully that the accused’s inability to provide a specimen of breath was justified, securing a not guilty verdict.