Our pupils are on their feet
Congratulations to our seven pupils who have successfully entered their second six and are now accepting instructions in their own cases. Hasham Sarwar is...
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Harrison is currently undertaking a criminal pupillage under the supervision of Gordon Stables. Harrison is now in second six and accepting instructions on a range of criminal matters in both the Crown and Magistrates’ Court.
Before commencing pupillage, Harrison gained valuable experience as a Disputes Paralegal at an international law firm, where he assisted on a range of litigious matters. This role allowed him to develop key skills in legal research, drafting legal documents, and navigating intricate procedural requirements.
Harrison also spent time at a criminal defence solicitors’ firm, where he worked on serious and challenging cases. Here, he honed his communication skills by conducting client conferences and attending court to assist counsel, gaining valuable insight into advocacy and courtroom procedure.
Outside of his legal career, Harrison is a keen sportsman who enjoys playing football and golf in his spare time.
Crown Court
Harrison has prosecuted various matters in the Crown Court particularly committals for sentence and probation matters.
R v W: Harrison appeared on the behalf the appellant in an appeal against sentence based on the Magistrates’ Court failing to find exceptional hardship. Harrison successfully appealed the sentence, redeploying the exceptional hardship grounds which meant the appellant was able to avoid disqualification.
Magistrates Court
Since getting on his feet Harrison has been instruction by both the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and defence solicitors to conduct trials in the Magistrates’ Court.
Prosecution
Harrison has started to develop experience prosecuting in wide array of criminal matters including:
- Offences against the person including Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm, s.20 Grievous Bodily Harm and assaults against emergency workers and police officers
- Public Order offences including Affray and Disorderly Behaviour
- Dangerous Dogs Act offences
- Attempts, including Sexual Communication with a Child
- Motor vehicle offences, including s172 related issues, Dangerous Driving, Dangerous Condition of vehicle, use of a mobile phone and speeding.
Defence
Harrison has also taken instructions on various defence matters and has achieved favourable outcomes.
R v NM: Harrison successfully negotiated an acceptable plea of Careless Driving to a charge of Dangerous Driving.
R v FC: Harrison secured an acquittal in trial involving five charges of Burglary and 1 charge of Attempt Burglary. He was able to utilise the Defence for slavery or trafficking victims as prescribed by section 45 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
Education
- University of Leeds – Law LLB
- University of Law – Bar Practice Course
Memberships
- The Honourable Society of Inner Temple
