Yvonne Taylor
Call 1998
EXPERTISE
Crime
Yvonne defends and prosecutes in all aspects of criminal cases. Her experience includes cases involving:-
- Murder
- Manslaughter
- Violence
- Sexual assault
- Fraud
- Public disorder
- Drugs
- Robbery
- Money Laundering
- Proceeds of crime
- Motor offences
Yvonne has a particularly keen interest in dealing with cases involving domestic violence including mental, emotional and physical abuse. Yvonne has been junior counsel on high profile cases, including murder, manslaughter and conspiracy to supply drugs.
Police Misconduct & Professional Discipline
Yvonne is instructed as Independent Legal Advisor to the Panel in police misconduct/ disciplinary proceedings and deals with instructions from Police Authorities as well as representing police officers. Yvonne was herself a police officer before coming to the Bar.
Regulatory
Yvonne has prosecuted and defended in a variety of regulatory proceedings with a particular specialism in dealing with illegal money lending ("loan shark") cases on behalf of local authorities.
Her experience of regulatory work incudes advice, case preparation and advocacy in:-
- Trading Standards cases on behalf of local authorities, businesses and individuals
- VOSA prosecutions on behalf of VOSA and individuals
- Animal welfare cases
- Consumer credit offences
- Local Authority prosecutions
- Courts Martial proceedings on behalf of military personnel
- UK Border Agency prosecutions
APPOINTMENTS
Grade 3 Prosecutor CPS
MEMBERSHIPS
- Honourable Society of the Inner Temple
- Criminal Bar Association
- Family Law Bar Association
- Association of Regulatory & Disciplinary Lawyers
- Proceeds of Crime Lawyers Association
- Association of Military Court Advocates
EDUCATION
LLB with distinction, University of Northumbria
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Yvonne was a police officer between 1984 and 1991.She has a keen interest in cases involving all aspects of domestic violence.
Liam Gorman
Lead Criminal & Regulatory Clerk
Liam joined Chambers in August 2010 as an Office Junior after leaving school at 17. He has held a number of positions in Chambers before becoming a Criminal Clerk in 2014. In 2017 Liam became our Lead Criminal and Regulatory Clerk. In this role, Liam is responsible for the Practice Management and Development of all members within his Team. This includes fee negotiation, diary management and business development across the group.
Legal 500 2022
'The clerks, in particular the lead criminal clerk Liam Gorman, are excellent. Incredibly helpful and friendly and always respond quickly to queries. Have never had a problem with the service they provide, and they make everything very easy.'
'The criminal team is run to perfection by Liam Gorman.'
'Liam Gorman is a fantastic friendly clerk always willing to help.'
Chambers & Partners 2022
'The lead criminal clerk Liam Gorman is particularly good.'
'We receive exemplary service.'
Chris Gibbin
Clerk (Middlesbrough)
Chris had over 9 years experience as a Senior Clerk in a barristers chambers in Middlesbrough before joining Trinity Chambers. Prior to that Chris worked in the Lord Chancellors Department, now HM Courts and Tribunals Service, at Teesside Combined Court Centre for over 10 years. During that time Chris covered most areas but the majority of his experience was gained in dealing with Criminal and Family Law matters. Chris’ latter years in the LCD were spent in the Listing Office at Teesside Crown Court where he developed his skills which ultimately saw him transferring to his role in a barristers chambers.
Chris is a member of the Institute of Barristers Clerks.
Outside of work Chris enjoys playing cricket for Marske Cricket Club in the North Yorkshire and South Durham League, watching football and rugby and socialising.
Legal 500 2022
'Chris Gibbin is an extremely helpful and experienced clerk.'
'The Teesside branch is spearheaded by Chris Gibbin who is extremely helpful and efficient.'
Chambers & Partners 2022
'I cannot fault the clerking services – Chris Gibbin in Middlesbrough is very helpful, offers prompt responses and is always willing to assist.'
Alyson Hailes
Criminal & Regulatory Clerk
Alyson has a wealth of experience having Clerked at a neighbouring set for 29 years. Day to day Alyson is responsible for the Management and development of our Criminal Teams diaries. Over many years of Clerking the in North East Alyson has very strong relationships with local Solicitors who know they can rely upon her for a very high level of service.
Away from work Alyson enjoys family holidays and has had a season ticket for Newcastle united since being a child.