Barrister of the Year 2004

David Aubrey QC, Temple Chambers

David is the Head of Chambers at Temple Chambers with particular specialities in Criminal Law, European Law and Mental Health Legislation. David has been involved in many cases including – the M50 killing of Marie Wilks, recent prosecutions of Bowen, in which the deceased’s body was not recovered, Baldwin where no body was recovered for a long time, and the notorius local case of Heggarty. One of David’s more high profile case was the “Who wants to be a Millionaire” trial in which David defended Tecwen Whittock, the man with the cough!

Lawyer of the Year Not in Private Practice 2004

Benedict Stanberry, Avienda

Benedict has been an active and influencial contributor to the field of e-health in Wales. Providing a communication bridge between the various stakeholders (government, healthcare providers, industry etc) who are involved in supporting this key element of Welsh healthcare modernisation. He has also developed important links with the international e-health community through his work with the European Health and Telematics Association.

Sole Practitioner of the Year 2004

David Bigmore, David Bigmore & Co

David Bigmore specialises in Franchising Law and practices with one secretary. They act for Franchisors or Master Franchisees of US, Canadian, South African, Australian and New Zealand Franchises coming into the UK. Whilst also representing individual Franchisees, Franchisee Associations and English based Franchisors. The firm is listed in the 2003 Editions of – “The Legal 500”, Chambers Guide to the UK Legal Profession and “Legal Experts” as amongst the leading individuals in UK Franchising Law.

Pro-Bono Lawyer of the Year 2004

Caroline Greathead, Anthony & Jarvie Solicitors

Caroline is a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives and one of the founder members of the Solicitors for the elderly. She has become recognised as a champion and leader in the fight for the protection of the rights of elderly clients. Caroline heads up an elderly client department, which deals with wills, probate, community care, elderly client advice and chronic sickness advice. Working with organisations such as Age Concern, Alzheimer’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis and Downs Syndrome.

Lifetime Achievement Award 2004

John Bowen, Morgan Cole Solicitors

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Legal Support Staff of the Year 2004

Clive Parish, Crown Prosecution Service

Clive is the Gwent Trails Unit Business Manager and Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives. As Business Manager he negotiates skilfully with Bar Clerks on fees and deals with an enormous budget. Clive also supervises the administration of the office and has put into place office systems which have been praised in a recent CPS inspection. Whilst also being Secretary of the Client Joint Advocacy Standards Committee.

Law Firm of the Year 2004

Harding Evans Solicitors

Harding Evans delivers a specialist range of legal services to commercial and private clients. Over the last two years, Harding Evans has totally transformed their image through consistent PR in a response to their clients changing needs. Offering a range of additional “added value” services including training workshops, seminars, bulletins and newsletters, legal services hot-lines and webdata pages, which enable clients to view progress of their conveyance over the internet. Whilst also supporting various Welsh charities and taking part in numerous community events and running a series of Legal Roadshows-offering free legal advice.

Trainee of the Year 2004

Catrin Davies, Morgan Cole Solicitors

Catrin Davies has covered a variety of different areas of practice including: General & Regulatory Insurance, where she handled small and multi-track claims. Landlord & Tenant, where she has represented private clients, businesses and housing associations. Health & Professional Conduct, where Catrin’s performance was so impressive the partners offered her a permanent job upon qualification. Commercial Property, where Catrin experienced a broad range of tasks surrounding a varied public and private sector client base.

Lawyer of the Year in Private Practice 2004

Helen Williams, Morgans Solicitors

Helen has made an enormous contribution to social welfare law and also to the Welfare Specialist Support Service (WSSS). Helen has been Head of Department for Social Welfare Law at Morgans since 1999 and is also WSSS Co-ordinator for the Firm. Helen has also developed a thriving social welfare team within Morgans, developing community based outreach advice to clients across Cardiff, Caerphilly and Swansea. As a result of Helen’s work young solicitors have been attracted to specialise in the social welfare law field, thus ensuring that this vital work will continue in the future.

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