Thomas Theakston
Second Six Pupil | Call: 2023
Thomas Theakston
University of Law (Leeds), BPC, Outstanding (2023)
University of Law (Leeds), GDL, Distinction (2021)
Middle Temple Certificate of Honour (2023)
Middle Temple Diplock Scholar (2020 and 2021)
University of Law Career Changer Scholar (2021)
King’s College London, BA History, 2.1 (2008)
Criminal Bar Association
Contact
T: 01274 722 560 or 0113 246 2600
Thomas commenced pupillage in September 2024 under the supervision of Jo Shepherd. He is accepting instructions in Criminal Law.
During his first six, Thomas observed a range of cases in the Crown Court including murder, sexual offences, offences against the person and drug offences. He also observed proceedings in the Magistrates’ Court, including road traffic offences and breach hearings.
Thomas assisted senior members of Chambers throughout his first six, including reviewing disclosure for a s.18 case involving an infant victim, editing interviews, and drafting documents such as sentencing notes and agreed facts.
Reputation
Expertise
Crime
Prior to pupillage, Thomas worked as Presenting Officer, representing the Home Office in the First-tier Immigration Tribunal. He appeared in a variety of matters including deportation hearings and asylum appeals. As a result, Thomas has experience of preparing cases for court, cross examination, submissions, and working with vulnerable witnesses. Whilst studying at the University of Law, Thomas volunteered with Support Through Court, providing guidance and support for litigants-in-person in civil and family matters, including helping them complete court forms, explaining court proceedings, and accompanying them to court hearings.
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