Our society, its justice system and the legal professionals who deliver it have no choice but to change for ever. COVID-19 has shaped our future. Trinity Chambers will lead the way in adapting and evolving to deliver justice in this time of crisis and beyond.
We are unwaveringly committed to providing a full, expert and dedicated service to all our clients. We have the breadth and depth of expertise, experience and knowledge to guide you through this trying time. We will provide a critical safety net to all.
To this aim, here you will find our COVID-19 Update service. It will keep you informed and up to date with COVID-19 developments as they affect the legal system. A COVID-19 day seems about equivalent to a month in old money. These are fast moving, unprecedented and often alarming times. However, we must not forget the incredible ability of humans to adapt.
We can and will get through this.
We are well familiar with the online world, having used collaborative remote working software to deliver a seamless service over our four physical sites. We have now completed a migration of our entire remaining business systems online. It has been a Herculean effort. In the days ahead we will achieve much more.
We are here to help you, our clients, old and new, at any time of the day or night, however we can. No virus will prevent these Chambers, its members and its staff from continuing the decades of public service of which we are all rightly so proud.
All our barristers and staff are available as normal. The Custom House is receiving essential post only. Our Ridley Place (Newcastle), Leeds and Middlesbrough premises are temporarily closed. Any enquiries should be made via telephone, e-mail or videoconferencing.
We continue to operate at full capacity, delivering our exceptionally high quality service to all clients. Our barristers, clerks and staff are working remotely, delivering our experienced, expert services in a flexible way. You can download our FAQ's here.
What is the best way to contact Chambers or counsel?
Each barrister and clerk is fully connected to remote communication software. You can e-mail any query safely to their secure Trinity Chambers email address or telephone Chambers. You can also contact us via video conferencing software, principally Skype, Microsoft Teams and Zoom. You will, as always, receive a timely response.
How will barristers attend criminal hearings?
We continue to monitor HMCTS guidance on attending hearings. The Courts are limiting their attended hearings. Our counsel will continue to attend hearings where instructed to do so. Chambers has for a long time had the capacity to dial into any criminal court or prison from our videoconferencing suite at our Quayside Chambers. Counsel will further have the capacity to connect to hearings remotely where necessary.
How will barristers attend family and civil hearings?
As the courts continue to limit their in-person operations, all counsel will have the ability to contact via Skype for Business, Microsoft Teams and other court-used software. We will ensure so far as possible that no disruption is caused to any hearings.
How will we hold remote conferences with barristers?
Our counsel will connect via Microsoft Teams or by conference call. We have the capacity to connect via your software of choice, such as Zoom or PowWowNow. Our clerks will be in touch to ensure we are operating on your preferred platform.
How should I deliver papers to counsel?
Chambers would encourage you to contact clerks via e-mail (either a specific clerk or info@trinitychambers.co.uk). If the material can be delivered electronically, that is preferred. If not, we will ensure any papers delivered (via courier, post or DX) to Chambers reaches counsel in good time.
What do I do if a client has no access to video conferencing software or has poor internet connectivity?
We are happy to conduct telephone conferences. Our clerks will be happy to discuss alternatives.
How do I keep abreast of the latest developments?
Chambers is dedicated to ensuring we are there to guide you and clients through this trying time. We will be updating our social media regularly and providing dedicated expert analysis on our website.
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03/12/2020 Covid 19 Business Interruption Insurance Claims: Newcastle Business & Property Court
17/11/2020 Joint Newcastle & Leeds Business & Property Court Forums Christmas Special
08/09/2020 Webinar - Probate in a COVID-19 Era
23/06/2020 Trinity Barrister Guest Speaker at Leeds Law School Business Interruption Insurance Webinar
07/04/2020 Business & Property Courts Temporary Insolvency PD Variations For North & North Eastern Circuits
06/04/2020 COVID - 19: The Temporary Insolvency Practice Direction
06/04/2020 COVID - 19: Practice Direction 51ZA – Extension of Time Limits
06/04/2020 COVID - 19 : Trinity Criminal & Regulatory Barrister Examines Health Protection Regulations
02/04/2020 Suspension of "Wrongful Trading" Provisions Examined by Trinity Business & Property Barrister
01/04/2020 Civil Listing Priorities & Housing Cases During the COVID-19 Crisis
31/03/2020 COVID-19 Position Summary & Guides for Urgent Applications from Mr Justice Snowden
31/03/2020 Business & Property Barrister's COVID-19 Business Interruption Insurance Update
27/03/2020 Trinity Business & Property Barristers Support Business Continuity Initiative
27/03/2020 Coronavirus & Business Interruption Insurance
26/03/2020 Business Closure and the Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (England) Regulations 2020
24/03/2020 Business Tenancies & Non-Payment of Rent during Coronavirus
Resources
Letter from HHJ Kramer, The Business and Property Court in Newcastle upon Tyne dated 24 March 2020
31/03/2020 COVID-19 Position Summary & Guides for Urgent Applications from Mr Justice Snowden
HM Courts & Tribunals Service County Court Listing Priorities
Temporary Practice Direction Supporting the Insolvency Practice Direction April 2020
Interim Practice Guidance (4) for Cleveland, Durham & Northumbria DFC COVID-19 7 April 2020
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17/12/2020 Employment Lawyers’ Association Guide to Remote Tribunal Hearings
08/06/2020 Webinar - Unlocking Lockdown for Vulnerable Workers
26/05/2020 WEBINAR - Unlocking from Lock Down : Employment Law Implications of Returning Staff to Work
30/04/2020 Trinity Employment Law Webinar - Further Questions on Furlough Answered
29/04/2020 Law Commission Employment Tribunal Hearing Structures Report Published Today
28/04/2020 Trinity Employment Law Webinar Recording - 22 April 2020
17/04/2020 Knotty Issues on Furlough - Trinity Employment Law Barristers' Job Retention Scheme Webinar
09/04/2020 Employment Appeal Tribunals - Hearing Arrangements from 16 April 2020
27/03/2020 Guidance on the Government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
27/03/2020 Employment Barrister Discusses Less Obvious Pitfalls for Employers to avoid in COVID-19 Crisis
25/03/2020 Furloughing Employees & Other Employment Issues Following COVID19
24/03/2020 COVID19: Can/Should you go to Work? Trinity Barrister’s View
Resources
HM Courts & Tribunals Service County Court Listing Priorities
Employment Appeal Tribunals - Hearing Arrangements from 16 April 2020
News
27/05/2020 Successful Remote Family Law Arbitration – An Alternative to Court
30/04/2020 Re A (Children) (Remote Hearing: Care and Placement Orders) [2020] EWCA Civ 583
29/04/2020 Trinity Family Barristers' Remote Alternative Dispute Resolution Support
31/03/2020 Making Remote Working Work - Trinity Family Barrister Talks Through His COVID-19 Week
Resources
The Remote Access Family Court - Mr Justice MacDonald - Version 2
The Remote Access Family Court - Mr Justice MacDonald - Version 3
News
16/12/2020 Landlord & Tenant Webinar - Possession Proceedings
12/05/2020 Court of Appeal Holds 90 Stay on Possession Proceedings Lawful
01/05/2020 Trinity Housing Law Barristers Deliver Webinar on Injunctions
28/04/2020 Landlord Law Webinar Recording Available
24/04/2020 Trinity Housing Law Barrister Examines the Impact of Practice Direction 51Z
15/04/2020 Trinity Housing Law Webinar: Homes Fitness for Human Habitation Act
02/04/2020 Housing Barrister Summary of COVID-19 Guidance for Landlords, Tenants & Local Authorities
01/04/2020 Civil Listing Priorities & Housing Cases During the COVID-19 Crisis
31/03/2020 COVID-19 Position Summary & Guides for Urgent Applications from Mr Justice Snowden
27/03/2020 Residential Possession proceedings – the Story so far
26/03/2020 The (first) New Practice Direction: A Pilot Scheme for All
24/03/2020 Residential Lettings & the Coronavirus Bill
22/03/2020 Housing Barrister Explores Residential Lettings in Light of COVID19
Resources
31/03/2020 COVID-19 Position Summary & Guides for Urgent Applications from Mr Justice Snowden
HM Courts & Tribunals Service County Court Listing Priorities
Interim Practice Guidance (4) for Cleveland, Durham & Northumbria DFC COVID-19 7 April 2020
News
21/12/2020 Covid-19 Tier 4 Travel Restrictions: Trinity Barrister Features in The Spectator
14/12/2020 Trinity Licensing & Regulatory Barrister Examines COVID All Tiers Regulations
26/10/2020 Trinity Barrister's Coronavirus Law Resources
22/10/2020 Webinar - Coronavirus: Regulation of Business & Enforcement of the Three Tier System
19/10/2020 Licensing Barrister Co-Authors Summary on 3-Tier Covid Regulations: Impact on Licensed Premises
29/09/2020 Licensing Barrister Examines COVID-19 Music Noise Limits Amendments
17/09/2020 Licensing Barrister's Summary of COVID-19 Regulations & North East Lockdown Measures
23/07/2020 Trinity Barrister Contributes to Business & Planning Act 2020 Pavement Licensing Overview
10/07/2020 Updated NEXSTART Guidance on Business & Planning Bill "Pavement Licensing" Published
30/06/2020 Trinity Barrister Guest Speaker at NEXSTART Webinar on Pavement Licences
29/06/2020 Licensing Barrister Co Authors Nexstart Guidance on Business & Planning Bill "Pavement Licences"
26/03/2020 The (first) New Practice Direction: A Pilot Scheme for All
24/03/2020 COVID19: Virtual Local Authority Meetings
22/03/2020 Licensing Barrister Examines COVID19 Regulations Closing Restaurants, Cafes & Bars
Resources
31/03/2020 COVID-19 Position Summary & Guides for Urgent Applications from Mr Justice Snowden
HM Courts & Tribunals Service County Court Listing Priorities
02/07/2020 COVID-19: Ongoing Safety Measures at Trinity Barristers Chambers
20/05/2020 Trinity Prepares for Easing of COVID - 19 Lock-down
14/04/2020 The Lawyer Covid-19 Case Study: How Trinity Chambers Tackled the Digital Challenge
30/03/2020 Covid-19 Response: Message from Toby Hedworth Q.C.
27/03/2020 Trinity Business & Property Barristers Support Business Continuity Initiative
19/03/2020 Coronavirus Update from Trinity Chambers' Director
16/03/2020 Trinity Mini-Pupillages Suspended In Response to COVID -19