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Kenworthy’s Chambers’ statement in support of the Criminal Bar Association’s ‘Days of Action’ and ‘No New Instructions’

Kenworthy’s are Seeking Applications for a Fees Clerk

Jason Harwood Joins Kenworthy’s Chambers

Criminal Team Statement on ‘No Returns’

Denise Fitzpatrick Prosecutes Lottery Fraudsters

John Meehan Wins Costs Appeal

Ben Nolan QC and Patrick Cassidy secure acquittal in a murder case heard at the Preston Crown Court

David Morton Secures Not Guilty Verdict in Attempted Rape Trial

Waheed Baber Secures Acquittal in Leicester Murder Trial

Sarah Johnson Successfully represents Claimant in Unfair Dismissal and Redundancy Pay Claim

Brett Wilson Appointed Chair of ICP at the Health and Care Professionals Council Tribunal

Sarah Johnson Successfully Represents Claimant in Disability Discrimination Claim

Kenworthy’s Chambers Set to Expand Eight Established Teams

Kenworthy’s Members & Staff “Go the Extra Mile” to Raise Funds for Mind and The Trussell Trust

Kenworthy’s Are Seeking Applications from Employment Barristers/Lawyers
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Introducing Kenworthy’s Chambers New Civil Clerk Alessandro Saporita-Clark

Kenworthy’s Chambers Open for Business as Usual

William Donnelly and John Marsh Retire After a Lifetime in Law

Kenworthy’s Updates Website

Introducing Kenworthy’s Chambers New Employment Clerk Greg Highton

Margaret McDonald Publishes Chapter in Facts & Figures 2021/22

Asylum Seekers Struggle in Greece

Worsening Situation for Asylum Seekers in Greece

Consonants, Vowels, and Assessments of Truthfulness

‘Part 36 and The Costs of Costs’

Margaret McDonald Speaks at Association of Costs Lawyers Annual Conference 2021

Has Health & Safety Gone Mad? The Court of Appeal Says No
Too Little, Too Late: Masten v London Britannia Hotel Ltd [2020] EWHC B31 [Costs]
Belsner v Cam Legal Services Limited – An Important Decision, But Unanswered Questions Remain
Mediation in Classic Car Disputes
Latest Testimonials

Bruce goes the extra mile, preparing a suggested order for the Tribunal on a disclosure application, for example, and on the occasions where Bruce is not available for a hearing I generally try and get my case penciled in, just in case.
Instructing Solicitor

Always very well prepared and advocacy style is very well-tailored to the Employment Tribunal - tough but always appropriate in advocacy style.


I am delighted at the service Bruce has given in some complex cases, getting to grips with huge amounts of information in record time and producing straightforward opinions which contain just the right amount of information and analysis for digestion by myself and my lay clients.
Instructing Solicitor

He is an exceptionally pleasant character, very able, straightforward and technically very sound.

Strengths include ready and speedy accessibility for instructing solicitor and a very practical and realistic approach to finding the best solution for clients.


Bruce is extremely good with my clients; he easily sees things from their point of view and uses words that people understand. He puts clients at ease, and they are always happy to have the opportunity to sit down and talk things through with him.
Instructing Solicitor

Bruce Henry is a respected barrister with a busy employment practice. He is instructed by claimants and trade union members in discrimination, reasonable adjustment and other matters in the Employment Tribunal and the Employment Appeal Tribunal.

Exceptionally good with clients and provides clear and incisive advice.


His attention to detail combined with his encyclopaedic knowledge of Costs Law means John Meehan is an exceptional advocate on detailed assessment or any costs related hearing.”
Dominic Finn, Head Advocate at Pure Legal Costs Consultancy

The costs specialists undertake a full range of work, including points of dispute and costs hearings including appeals, technical arguments, and detailed summary assessments. They undertake work at a national level and regularly appear in the SCCO.


John Meehan identifies any issues that need addressing at an early stage of instruction and advises upon them in a clear and concise way. John’s written advocacy is exceptional. It is persuasive, tenacious and demonstrates an attention to detail that leaves no stone unturned.
Dominic Finn, Head Advocate at Pure Legal Costs Consultancy

John Meehan is diligent, knowledgeable and bullish in all matters, small or large. His assistance and advice have been invaluable on many occasions.
Adam Fenton, Compass Costs

Whenever I am asked to recommend counsel with an interest in costs, I never hesitate to recommend John Meehan. He is friendly, approachable and always makes himself available to discuss any instruction.
Dominic Finn, Head Advocate at Pure Legal Costs Consultancy

John Meehan has gone above and beyond to help us resolve the very difficult position we were put in due to mistakes with previous drafts. This has been a massive help. John’s name is on our internal list as a ‘go-to’ costs Barrister.
Brendan Rimmer, Partner at Helix Law

John Meehan has an instant recall of Costs Law and authorities which gives my firm confidence to instruct him in all matters ranging from cases and queries about the MOJ portal to technical challenges in respect of Conditional Fee Agreements (CFAs) in high value Clinical Negligence or catastrophic injury cases.
Dominic Finn, Head Advocate at Pure Legal Costs Consultancy

Kenworthy's Chambers is an 'excellent' and 'efficient' set with wide ranging expertise that extends over a range of areas in multi-handed defence and prosecution cases, including conspiracies involving serious drug distribution, mortgage fraud and car-ringing, in addition to serious violent offences.


Kenworthy’s Chambers are a welcoming set who strive to meet our needs whether that be in relation to criminal or mental health needs. Whilst it is a busy chambers counsel are often available to cover hearings even at the last minute.


“Bruce Henry has an excellent manner and rapport with clients and explains case weaknesses and difficulties tactfully and empathically."


“Patrick Cassidy is an excellent Lawyer with a forensic mind and brilliant with client care.”


"They have provided a very responsive and efficient service with a wide range of Barristers able to assist at all levels of cases."
