Our Expertise
St Pauls Chambers provides legal services throughout the UK and worldwide. We are known for providing excellence in our areas of focus.
As a leading barristers chambers in Leeds, our expertise span the depth and breadth of a number of key areas of law.
Our People
St Pauls Chambers have an excellent team of Barristers, Clerks & Administration, with our barristers including KC’s, Members and Pupils.
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Call 2022
Gabrielle Coates gained tenancy at St Pauls Chambers in September 2024 following the successful completion of her common law pupillage under the supervision of James Bourne-Arton KC.
Gabrielle has a mixed criminal practice and is regularly instructed in all areas of crime for both Prosecution and Defence work in both the Magistrates Court and the Crown Court. Gabrielle is a Grade 2 Prosector
Prior the commencement of pupillage, Gabrielle worked as a Criminal Paralegal and Prison Law Advocate representing prisoners in Parole Board Hearings. Notably, Gabrielle has experience with IPP prisoners and has frequently worked with vulnerable prisoners. Her practice has encompassed a wide array of cases, including appeals, RASSO cases, dishonest offences and murder trials.
During her studies in the Bar Professional Training Course, Gabrielle excelled in her Criminal advocacy modules achieving the highest classification. Whilst studying Gabrielle sought a wide range of legal experience. Additionally, she demonstrated leadership and commitment to the legal field by founding the Northumbria Bar Society, leaving a long lasting impact on the University and future advocates.
Gabrielle’s dissertation was published in the Family Law Journal (Lexis Nexis) “Technology: achieving a humane approach to the remote ways of working in the Family Justice System.”
Gabrielle’s dedication to making a positive impact extends to her volunteer work. She volunteered at legal clinics and undertook pro-bono work, particularly as a Core Volunteer for Support Through Court. In this role, she assisted litigants in persons facing difficulties in the Family Courts. She has gained valuable experience in helping individuals in distress and crisis.
The Honourable Society of Gray’s Inn
The Criminal Bar Association
“Technology: achieving a humane approach to the remote ways of working in the Family Justice System” in the Family Law Journal (Lexis Nexis).
Chambers is centrally located within walking distance of the train station, secure car parks and the Courts.
St Pauls Chambers
Park Row House
19-20 Park Row
Leeds
LS1 5JF
For out of hours assistance please call the senior clerk on 07854170429.
The switchboard will open from 08:30 until 17:30
Phone: +44 (0)1132 455 866
Email: [email protected]
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