9 King's Bench Walk was founded in 1974 by the late Ali Mohammed Abbas who was the first Head of Chambers. Upon his death in 1979, his brother Ali Mohammed Azhar became Head of Chambers and he continues to serve Chambers in that capacity today.
9 King's Bench Walk has grown steadily in the last five years with an emphasis on the provision of a quality service to all of our clients. Chambers now has 24 Members and we intend to continue to expand into the future.
Chambers specialises in a wide range of Criminal, Civil, Family and Immigration matters. Full details of work undertaken can be found in the linked team pages. We have particular expertise in the areas listed below:
- Homicide and Manslaughter
- Rape
- Sexual offences
- Violent Crime and public order
- Drug Trafficking
- Serious Fraud
- Sharia Law cases
- Childrens Act cases
- Domestic Violence
- Ancillary relief
- International Law
- Human Rights
- Asylum cases
- Employment law
- Personal Injury cases
- Mental Health Law
- Prison Reform Law
Our friendly and approachable clerks can be contacted at any time on the following numbers:
020 7373 9564 (8.45pm – 6.15pm) or out of business hours 07916854705 (Rob Joyce) or
07940491479 (Gary Wright)
We can provide overnight and next morning representation, in Courts throughout the South, including during weekends and Public Holidays
Chambers has full conference facilities available but in view of the limited access to our building we can offer alternative arrangements for disabled clients, such as conferences at their home or at solicitors offices.
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Recruitment
The Chambers of A. M. Azhar, 9 King’s Bench Walk, continues to expand and welcomes the following applications;
Tenancy
We are interested in applications from practitioners at all stages of call who wish to practice in the areas of crime, family and general common law.
Third six pupillage
Chambers currently has availability for four third six pupils who practice mainly in crime.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence and should be addressed to Richard Wood, Secretary to the Tenancy and Pupillage Committee.
If you would prefer an initial discussion, prior to making any application, please contact Chambers Senior Clerk Christine Eadie.
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