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Lawyer in the News

Alan Collins Thursday 02 October 2008 by Deven Pamben Who? Alan Collins, 43-year-old solicitor-advocate and director at Dyer Burdett & Co in Havant, Hampshire. Why is he in the news?Negotiated compensation for five Berkshire men for the physical and sexual … Continue reading

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Canon Terence Knight

I am investigating former Portsmouth priest Canon Terence Knight. Terence Knight was jailed for three-and-a-half years in 1996 for abusing seven boys when he was a priest in Portsmouth between 1975 and 1985. There were complaints in 1985 but nothing happened … Continue reading

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The catholic church and child abuse

The Australian newsparer has reported a study on child abuse in the catholic church. If the report is accurate it is likely to be treated as controversial to put is as neutrally as I can. Somehow I doubt that victims … Continue reading

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Roger Anderson and the Song School

I am investigating allegations relating to Roger Anderson who taught at the “Song” School, York, in the 1970′s. If you have information about Mr Anderson, or wish to speak to me in confidence, then please contact me on: 02392492472. Alternatively … Continue reading

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Rev. Anthony Clayton

I am investigating the Rev. Anthony Clayton who was a priest in the Vale of Belvoir. Clayton was sent to prison in 2000 for sex abuse. If you have any information or would like to discuss the matter with me … Continue reading

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Clergy Abuse Vigil

It is reported in the West Australian newspaper (thewest.com.au) that clergy abuse victims  seeking redress for the harm they have suffered are protesting by way of a vigil outside Melbourne’s catholic cathedral. They want the “church” the report says to … Continue reading

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How to prove sexual abuse

How do you prove sexual abuse? A very interesting question which I will try and answer from the perspective of a solicitor acting for a victim. First of all is the victim prepared to give a full account of what … Continue reading

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Sexual abuse claims

In my experience it is only in the last ten years or so that we have really woken-up to that taboo subject of sexual abuse and the fact that victims are entitled to be compensated. The taboo is being gradually … Continue reading

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Can you HELP?

This is a list of children’s homes and institutions that I am currently investigating on behalf of clients, and if you have information please contact me:   “Green Field House”, Maidenhead Haut de la Garenne, Jersey   “Winton House”, Winchester … Continue reading

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