Richard Dawson
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Richard Dawson
| Call to the bar | 2001 - by the Honourable Society of the Middle Temple |
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| Education | BSc (Hons) Environmental Geology - University of Sheffield Postgraduate Diploma in Law - Manchester Metropolitan University Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice at the Bar - Manchester Metropolitan University |
| Profile | PRACTICE
Richard is a criminal practitioner, acting for both Defence and ProsecutionRichard’s specialist areas include:
EXPERIENCE Richard joined Young Street Chambers as a pupil and, upon the completion of his pupillage, took up the offer of a place in the Criminal Team. Richard has been instructed in a wide variety of cases, both privately and publicly funded. His criminal practice is predominantly Defence focused. However he is often instructed to prosecute on behalf of the Crown Prosecution Service, HM Revenue and Customs and various Local Authorities. Richard has developed a strong reputation for hard work, immaculate preparation and clear fact managment in complex cases and is highly regarded by all those who instruct him. He has a comprehensive working knowledge of information technology which he utilises in his practice. Richard’s practice embraces all aspects of criminal law including murder and manslaughter; fraud; firearms; offences of serious violence and dishonesty; public disorder, and major drugs and mental health cases. Road Traffic Offences Richard specialises in road traffic and has represented drivers nationwide. In addition to representing the interests of drivers alleged to have driven when exceeding speed limits and while under the influence of drugs and alcohol, Richard also acts for those charged with dangerous and careless driving, including those who have been involved in fatal road traffic accidents. Understanding the importance of expert evidence is a primary feature of Richard’s practice. Richard lectures to various organisations on the transitory legislation relating to drink and drug driving. Sports Law Richard is a member of the Sports Law Direct team which provides representation at disciplinary hearings and regulatory matters. He also offers awareness seminars for sporting figures on staying within the law both in and outside the sporting area – conduct, public order, alcohol, driving, sexual behaviour and privacy. Find out more YOUNG STREET CHAMBERS Richard takes an active part in Chambers and is the Young Street Chambers’ treasurer and a member of the management team PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
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| rdawson@young-st-chambers.com | |
| Clerks | David Blunsden |
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