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Cut sentences in half to tackle prisons crisis
Sitting in Manchester Magistrates Court waiting to visit the cells, in my role as the court Duty Solicitor. I reflect, as an ‘old boy’ , how in 35 years, things… Read more
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Xmas Time 2024
Blimey. There’s so many distractions and demands on your time. I never get chance to take a step back. The 1st of December rattles onto the 26th without pause. I… Read more
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Another day at the cutting edge.
Put a 24 Duty Solicitor slot into your life and stay cool. It’s a good job all our police officers are in their early 20’s. Hopefullythey are not too fazed… Read more
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I don’t know how to be a good father.
We need to have an adult conversation with my 28 year old daughter. Who, I feel, I hardly know She has always done her own thing. I have described her… Read more
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Tricky Fish. The artists as humans. Alex Paterson vs Youth.
Under the unassuming exteriors of both men There is an air of kindness and humility (not so much with Youth) that is disconcerting when you think of each man’s contribution… Read more
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Don’t leave it too late. To do what you want to do.
04/06/2024 FARREL O’SHEA 1963-2024 I was shocked to hear about the tragic news that windsurfing legend Farrel O’Shea sadly passed away while at a speed event in France on Sunday 2nd… Read more
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How Did You Get Here.
This is life is not an unusual one, when you regularly attend the Magistrates Court. Let’s call her Eve. Eve is appearing at court for driving under the influence of… Read more
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The Will of Unintended Consequences
Can You Make a Will? “Can you make a Will for my friend Brian?” Asked his best friend Ally “Yes” “Can you make it soon? He’s ill” “Yes I but… Read more
Welcome to my blog!
I served as a Solicitor with over 35 years of experience in the Law. I entered the legal profession to help people, and this is still my motivation and drive.
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