We are pleased to announce that Criminal Barrister William Donnelly has decided to come out of retirement to work part-time in Criminal Law on the Northern Circuit.

Bill’s ‘un-retirement’ comes after we reported the news that William Donnelly and John Marsh Retire After a Lifetime in Law.

His decision was met with much surprise and excitement at Kenworthy’s Chambers, especially in the Criminal Law team!

Legal 500 ‘Leading Junior’ Denise Fitzpatrick said, “Welcome back Bill! Has he missed us that much?”

Meanwhile, Alison Mather contributed saying, “Excellent news. It will be great to have him back.”

William Donnelly was called to the Bar in 1981. He prosecuted on large-scale drug supply and drug conspiracy cases for numerous years and famously worked on Operation Waddington and Operation Redbud – huge cases centered on drugs, firearms, and proceeds of crime.

Speaking about how he will fit back into the Criminal Law team, Practice Manager Maria Rushworth said, “Bill has built strong relationships with our Clerks and Members of Chambers, so I’m sure his return will be seamless.

“I’ve said before that nothing is ever too much trouble for him. As he is always so helpful, William Donnelly is a great Barrister to have in your team.

Fellow part-time Barrister Roger Brown agreed adding, “Just what we as Chambers need!”

Kenworthy’s have experienced Criminal Law Barristers that represent corporate and individual clients at any stage of a criminal case from pre-charge to trial and appeal. If you have a Crime case you need advice or advocacy for, call our Criminal Clerks Paul Mander and Greg Highton on 0161 832 4036, email [email protected], [email protected], or fill out our contact form.