barrister

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To the obvious fury of the judge, the prince's stubborn barrister David Sherborne often tested the boundaries of that decision.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Asked by his barrister Jonathan Caplan KC if the DPG had ever sent help for the protests, Yuen said "sometimes yes, sometimes no".

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

However, his barrister Emma Fenn indicated he intended to plead not guilty to both counts at a crown court hearing set for 10 April.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

The barrister said Lonsdale acknowledged that no sentence the court could pass, or apology from her, would ever be enough.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

He’s sitting opposite, a newcomer, an interloper—a retired barrister with a square jaw, pitted nose, and great floppy ears.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen