I was a government man, now I’m a tumbler at @jimrobottom.bsky.social
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We had very little time with her in the end, but one of the last things my mum, a history teacher, ever said to me, was “It’s time finish your bloody phd.”
So 7 years, two children, two parents, 1 chambers and 4 Prime Ministers after I started, I did.
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We're deeply saddened by the passing of Matthew Brunsdon-Tully.
Matt was a member from 2009–2019 and a respected figure in the family law community. A JustGiving page has been set up in Matt's memory to support Mind.
Read more and access JustGiving 🔗 1hc.com/latest-news/matthew-…
I am old enough to remember the independent Lammy Review - a 2017 review and report carried out by, er, David Lammy, into the treatment of the BAME persons in the criminal justice system... in which David supported juries and their essential role in protecting fairness
Disclosure: I’ve told this story once before, at an early Kentish Town labour event where his local nomination was voted on. I did so in response to claims he’s a blairite, or lacking personality, or whatever it was. I later left the party to to the greens…
over anti-semitism. I haven’t gone back. I prob will at some stage, it’s a natural home for me.
But it occurs to me that now might be a helpful moment for the people who have got this far without falling asleep, to know about the kindness, in this small case, of Keir Starmer.
Kathleen (Kate) Mary Robottom was born on 4 October 1946 in Bury, Lancs, to Phyllis and Jack Hill. She attended Derby High School for girls + in 1965 went to study at Exeter, where she acquired a 2-1 in history, lifelong friends, + a husband, John. An understated 60s idealist 1/
She is survived by John, her children Jenny + James (she tried but never used Jim), and her grandchildren Josie and Wren. I will miss her every day. /11 ends.
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Singer songwriter Paul Weller is taking legal action against his former accountants for discrimination after they terminated their professional relationship with him because he has accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza hja.net/news-and-insights/pr…
He is represented by Cormac McDonough of our team and @jimrobottom of @MatrixChambers
Weller said: “I’m taking legal action not just for myself, but to help ensure that others are not similarly punished for expressing their beliefs about the rights of the Palestinian people.
“No one should face discrimination for speaking out against the atrocities that the people of Gaza are being subjected to.”
I'm very pleased to be instructed in this case by Cormac McDonough @hodgejonesallen @HJAcivillibs
@paulwellerHQ's claim raises important issues regarding freedom from discrimination based on philosophical belief, conscience & freedom of expression in the provision of services.
Paul Weller is taking legal action against his former accountants, for services discrimination after they terminated their professional relationship with him over his views on Gaza. He is represented by James Robottom, instructed by @hodgejonesallen.
More: ow.ly/Waze50WIPGl
Having received this letter today, I can now implement my long intended rule: no one is permitted to call me Dr professionally, but all close friends and family, at all times, and especially my children, must call be doctor, forever.
Sure people like to go on about the cricket one but this morning I discovered what must surely be the greatest Lord Denning introduction
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Lawyers in UK and around the world do important, often courageous, work.
They must be able to get on with the job free from threats.
That’s why we recognise their contribution to the rule of law and our justice system by signing the Convention for the Protection of Lawyers.
The true story the Papal conclave system was actually originally based on the processes of a barristers’ chambers pupillage committee
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So good they named it thrice.
On this day in 2005, the Constitutional Reform Act, which created the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom, was given Royal Assent.
Learn about the work of the Court, the cases it hears, its history, and how to attend a hearing on our website: supremecourt.uk.
Guys I passed my bloody Phd viva with minor corrections.
Thank you to Professor Tom Hickman KC and Dr Kirsty Hughes for examining my thesis on the common law right vs slavery. And as ever thanks to Prof James Lee for being a total legend today.
I cannot believe this is nearly done after 7 years. Thanks
@jamessflee @TomRHickman @DrKirstyHughes
My next work will be a 5 word book for those in their late 30s with full time jobs idly considering doing full time phds at the same time
Pleased with the result in this sad case which raised important questions on the facts about open justice, the potential for rehabilitation, and the purpose of the youth justice system.
The brilliant Danielle Manson and I represented the Birmingham Youth Justice Service
Divisional Court has quashed the decision to grant an exception direction lifting the anonymity of a 16-year-old following his conviction for murder.
@jimrobottom and @daniellejmanson represented the Birmingham Youth Justice Service.
Click to read more: matrixlaw.co.uk/news/divisio…
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Pro bono work taught me how to advocate, how to give my clients a voice, and how to be a lawyer.
Although no substitute for legal aid, it is fundamental to our justice system & now sadly needed more than ever.
Read my op-ed for the @lawsocgazette marking Pro Bono Week here ⬇️