Professional Representation

GF – Northumbria Police Instructed by a retired professor who had been arrested on suspicion of rape and controlling & coercive behaviour. Detailed pre-charge written representations were submitted to the police resulting in no further action being taken.

DG – Surrey Police Instructed by the chief executive of a prominent regulatory body who was investigated in respect of sexual allegations following two Victim Right of Review. Written representations were submitted to the CPS in respect of the case which was finally dropped.

SR – Metropolitan Police Instructed by a third-year student who had been accused of rape. Supporting evidence was obtained following his release on police bail and this was incorporated into written representations and submitted on behalf of SM which resulted in no further action being taken in respect of the allegation.

Dr BZ – Essex Police Instructed by Dr BH in respect of an allegation of sexual assault on a patient. After attending with client for the voluntary interview, the case was not proceeded with after a detailed prepared statement was advanced in interview.

BA – Suffolk Police Instructed by airline pilot accused of rape in the UK. No charge was brought in respect of the client after a lengthy police investigation.

AR – Northampton Police instructed by a medical consultant charged with controlling and coercive behaviour and a conviction of these allegations would mean that the individual loses their good character and career, Patrick successfully manouvered the matter and along with Kings Counsel instructed for the client, persuaded the CPS to discontinue the matter.

General Crime

SF– Kent Police Instructed by a professional dog behavioural therapist who was arrested and bailed on suspicion of assaulting an off-duty MET Police Officer. Footage was obtained from the location of the incident and advanced to the police in company with written representations that submitted that the off-duty officer was not acting in the execution of her functions as an emergency worker. No charge was brought against our client.

Dr AZ – Warwickshire Police Instructed by a senior practicing GP who had been arrested on suspicion of threats to kill, false imprisonment and assault in respect of his wife. No charges were brought following the submission of written representations.

SH – West Mercia Police Instructed by SH who was a company director of a nationwide catering supply company who was accused of supplying nitrous oxide. No further action was taken after formal representations were submitted on his behalf.

RB – Metropolitan Police RB was a gas engineer who was one of three individuals who were investigated in connection with the death of two males who were guests at a London hotel as a result of a carbon monoxide leak. Attended for three interviews under caution over the course of two years. No further action was taken in respect of the allegations.

R v AR – Northampton Crown Court AR, an NHS consultant surgeon, was charged with allegations of s.47 Assault and controlling & coercive behaviour. Patrick represented her in the Magistrates Court and then acted for her in the Crown Court. The CPS was invited to review the evidence in the case and as a result of this, the case was discontinued before the trial.

Driving

PH – Merseyside Police Instructed by a practicing solicitor after she had been arrested on suspicion of drink driving. Following detailed instructions being taken in respect of the matter, a serious oversight was identified in respect of the procedure, and this was drawn to the attention of the investigating officer. The case was dropped.

CS Gas Canisters

LH – Surrey Police Instructed by a Dublin based property developer who was found in possession of a CS Gas Cannister at Gatwick airport. Attended with client at a voluntary

police interview and negotiated the imposition of a Community Resolution Order as opposed to a client being prosecuted.

Crown & Magistrates Court

General Crime

R v JR – Stoke Crown Court Client is accused of Conspiracy to supply controlled drugs of class A, where there is a significant amount of evidence in the case, and Patrick is advising the client in his forthcoming trial.

R v BG – Highbury Corner Magistrates Court Instructed by client who was accused of Voyeurism was found Not Guilty after trial.  Client was a senior employee of a worldwide banking corporation and as such retained his good character.

R v PL – Westminster Magistrates Court Client was accused of assault on a football steward at Stamford Bridge stadium.  He was found Not Guilty after trial and an application for a football banning order was successfully opposed.

R v CG – Lewes Crown Court CU was charged with Assaulting an Emergency Worker.  Patrick represented the client in his police interview and afterward submitted written representations as to why CU should not be charged with any offence.  The police offered CG a caution which was refused on Patrick’s advice.  As such, CG was charged and appeared before Brighton Magistrates Court.  Much to the surprise of the CPS, on Patrick’s advice, CG elected that his case be dealt with in the Crown Court.  A successful Application to Dismiss was made at the Crown Court and the case was dropped.

R v QA – Luton Crown Court QA was charged with three offences of Intentional Strangulation.  Ahead of the trial, after thorough preparation of the case and number of witnesses pursued on his behalf, the case was dropped on the first day of his trial and he was immediately released from custody. 

Sexual Allegations

R v JH – Swindon Crown Court JX, a professional dancer, was accused of three allegations of rape and an allegation of sexual assault.  Patrick represented him in the Magistrates Court and then acted for him in the Crown Court where he was acquitted of all charges.

R v JJ – Liverpool Crown Court His client was charged with fourteen sexual offences and was represented by Patrick in the police station and the Magistrates Court.  Overall, the case lasted for two years, and JS was acquitted of all matters after a three week trial.

R v MP – Inner London Crown Court Client was a long-standing employee of a national rail company and was accused of sexual assault.  The alleged incident was captured on CCTV.  Patrick represented MP at Westminster Magistrates Court and despite the CPS representing that the trial could take place there, MP was advised to elect the Crown Court for his trial.  In light of the evidence in the case, a successful Application to Dismiss was made in the Crown Court

R v DM – Inner London Crown Court Client is a senior Professor at a London University and is accused of sexual assault.  Patrick is advising DM ahead of his forthcoming trial.

R v Dr W – Southwark Crown Court Patrick’s client is a junior doctor accused of attempted rape and is being advised by him in respect of his trial at Southwark Crown Court.

“I see how things might have gone without Patrick. He achieved the best-case scenario in the shortest time possible. Couldn't be happier. Never leave it to chance, get someone on your side who knows what they're doing immediately. I did shop around, and these guys stood out. Thank you again Mr O'Hanlon.” – KS

“I have had an excellent experience with this firm. They were excellent in responding to any questions or queries and kept me updated promptly regarding changes related to my son’s case. More importantly they did not let him make detrimental decisions in the heat of the moment thus resulting in an acquittal and dismissal of all charges. Patrick the solicitor dealing with the case never at any point made me feel like an overbearing and overprotective mother. Thank you!” - SS

·”Patrick and Roger were quite simply fantastic and I cannot recommend them highly enough. We found ourselves in a completely alien and horrible situation facing a serious false allegation and were provided with excellent legal advice, guidance and reassurance. Patrick was supportive, responsive and very professional throughout. The pre-agreed set fee structure was clear and removed some of the stress, and whilst we would rather the situation had never arisen, it was money well spent.” – SB

·”My 19 year old son was very irresponsible and could have received a criminal record for a very careless act. This would have impacted severely on his future prospects especially at such a young age. I as his mother only got to know of the situation very late with only a matter of days to deal with it. I googled for a solicitor and immediately got Berkeley Square Solicitors. From the moment I called and explained the situation I received a call from Patrick who was so reassuring and made me feel at ease. It genuinely felt very personal rather than he was just doing a job! Patrick handled everything and he said we could possibly get an outcome within a few days of him contacting the court and he was so right. Less than two week turn around and the result was in my son’s favour. Such a relief to us.”

·”Ran into a legal issue a few months ago, had a great experience with Mr. O'Hanlon. He guided me through the process and kept me updated at every turn, the case was resolved with no further action. I'm very thankful for the expert legal representation I've received through Berkeley Square Solicitors.” - BA