Solicitor at QualitySolicitors Jordans LLP

Mark Newby

Solicitor - Litigation Partner

SRA ID: 159490

I am a Solicitor Advocate specialising in Criminal Law and have been practising since 1993. I head up the firms Miscarriage of Justice and Crime Team, as well as offering assistance in Family Law and Dispute Resolution . I have been fortunate to have been involved in putting right a large number of miscarriage of justice cases, many of which have been nationally reported. I strongly believe in standing up for those who have suffered an injustice. I am recognised as a specialist in defending false allegations with a particular interest in complex institutional care home enquiries and false memory cases . We work with many national support organisations such as FASO , FACT and BFMS . I also undertake Prison Law and Jordans are one of the small number of firms now recognised as specialist providers of Prison Law . Complaints - I recognise on occasions we can get things wrong - we are only human , but we do operate an open and transparent complaints system which I supervise and we always consider resolution as our starting point . Personal I am a Past President of Doncaster & District Law Society I am a Council Member at the National Law Society representing Yorkshire . I sit on the Law Societys Criminal Law Committee and the Scrutiny Performance and Review Committee .

109 Wales Road, Kiveton Park, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S26 6RA

Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas

Crime/ Criminal Defence, Family Law, Consumer, Dispute Resolution, Human rights

4.5/5 19 Client Reviews 19
  • Personal Injury 7%
  • Crime/ Criminal Defence 71%
  • Family Law 21%
19 Client Reviews

4.5/5

Overall experience

  • Value For Money
  • Communication
  • Initial Impressions
  • Approachability
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Legal knowledge

Reviews summary

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    13
  • Very Good
    5
  • Average
    0
  • Poor
    0
  • Awful
    1
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Katy
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December 09, 2024 20241209141335

Never experienced so much unprofessional In my life shocking company

1

I don’t even know where to start it has been that bad they do not communicate with you blame everybody else I n the company receptionist are rude you never get a call back just all over shocking am now 8 months down the line and still no further forward from the day I started

Lawyer named in this review: Mark Newby

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Anonymous
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August 15, 2024 20240815092722

Professional Advocates

4

Would certainly recommend and and was overall satisfied with the outcome of my case

Lawyer named in this review: Mark Newby

A representative from QualitySolicitors Jordans LLP responded to this review on 19 August, 2024

Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased you’re satisfied with the outcome and appreciate your recommendation. Sincerely, QualitySolicitors Jordans LLP

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Will
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February 09, 2024 20240209134410

Professional and Knowledgeable

5

I found these Solicitors to be professional and knowledgeable, and honest from the start and throughout.

Even with the complications of my case, and (perhaps) dealing with me, they have remained courteous, helpful, polite, engaging and positive.

I couldn't have asked for more.

I'm not wishing to jump into another legal dance off, but Jordans Solicitors are at the top of my list if it happens (Although I don't know what a legal dance off is...)

Lawyer named in this review: Mark Newby

A representative from QualitySolicitors Jordans LLP responded to this review on 12 February, 2024

Dear Will, Thank you for sharing your positive experience with Jordans Solicitors. We're glad to hear about your appreciation for our professionalism, knowledge, honesty, and courteous approach, despite the complexities of your case. Your feedback and readiness to choose us again, should the need arise, mean a great deal to us.

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Ian D
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January 19, 2024 20240119101216

Tower of legal knowledge

5

Mr Newby and his team (even telephonists) have all massively helped me at times of sheer despair and have helped me get through my very lengthy sentence. Despite and uphill struggle and in the face of adversity Mr Newby has believed in me where and when perhaps other lesser persons of integrity may have given up and Mr Newby has built up my appeal which is close to being settled in the High Court!

Brilliant Mr Newby is a Tower of legal knowledge, I call him "THE EQUALIZER!". He is passionate about Justice & Injustice and he gets the job done satisfaction guaranteed.

Lawyer named in this review: Mark Newby

A representative from QualitySolicitors Jordans LLP responded to this review on 22 January, 2024

Dear Ian, Thank you for your kind words! We're honoured Mark and the team have supported you through your legal journey. If there's anything else we can assist you with, please don't hesitate to reach out. Best regards, QualitySolicitors Jordans LLP

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Anonymous
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January 19, 2024 20240119100700

Parole Hearing

4

4 out of 5 stars

Lawyer named in this review: Mark Newby

A representative from QualitySolicitors Jordans LLP responded to this review on 22 January, 2024

Thank you for the positive rating! We appreciate your feedback. If there's anything specific you think we can improve upon, please let us know. Best regards, QualitySolicitors Jordans LLP

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Anonymous
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January 19, 2024 20240119100604

Parole Hearing

5

5 out of 5 stars

Lawyer named in this review: Mark Newby

A representative from QualitySolicitors Jordans LLP responded to this review on 22 January, 2024

Thank you for the stellar rating! We're delighted to have met your expectations. If you ever need assistance again, feel free to reach out. Best regards, QualitySolicitors Jordans LLP

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Jamie F
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November 14, 2023 20231114093624

Parole hearing

4

Would recommend

Lawyer named in this review: Mark Newby

A representative from QualitySolicitors Jordans LLP responded to this review on 16 November, 2023

Thank you for recommending us, Jamie. We appreciate your support and hope to continue providing excellent service.

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Keith Jones
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October 26, 2023 20231026101907

Appeal Against Conviction

5

Unlike my original Crown Court trial Solicitors, Jordans Solicitors went the extra mile to obtain my original trial papers from the Crown Prosecution Service, as I did not posses a copy after nearly two decades has lapsed since my trial and conviction.
Although the conclusion to this process was not what I'd hoped for, I sincerely give big thanks to Jordans Solicitors for all their efforts in considering my case for an appeal.

Lawyer named in this review: Mark Newby

A representative from QualitySolicitors Jordans LLP responded to this review on 30 October, 2023

We sincerely appreciate your feedback, Keith, and are grateful for your recognition of the extra mile we went to obtain your trial papers. While we regret the outcome wasn't as hoped, we're honoured to have been part of your journey. Should you require further assistance or legal advice in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out.

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Antony.C
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August 25, 2023 20230825163355

Parole Review

5

I have received excellent service with equally excellent results.

I would always recommend Jordan's and have done so.

Lawyer named in this review: Mark Newby

A representative from QualitySolicitors Jordans LLP responded to this review on 29 August, 2023

Thank you, Antony, for your glowing review. We are thrilled to hear Mark delivered excellent service and results for you. Your recommendation means a lot to us. Best Wishes, Jordans Solicitors.

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Anonymous
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August 15, 2023 20230815100130

Would recommend

5

5* for financial matters

Lawyer named in this review: Mark Newby

A representative from QualitySolicitors Jordans LLP responded to this review on 18 August, 2023

We truly appreciate your 5-star feedback and are pleased we could assist with your Financial Matter. If you have any further queries, please don't hesitate to reach out. Kind regards, the team at QualitySolicitors Jordans.

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About Mark Newby

I am a Solicitor Advocate specialising in Criminal Law and have been practising since 1993. I head up the firms Miscarriage of Justice and Crime Team, as well as offering assistance in Family Law and Dispute Resolution . I have been fortunate to have been involved in putting right a large number of miscarriage of justice cases, many of which have been nationally reported. I strongly believe in standing up for those who have suffered an injustice. I am recognised as a specialist in defending false allegations with a particular interest in complex institutional care home enquiries and false memory cases . We work with many national support organisations such as FASO , FACT and BFMS . I also undertake Prison Law and Jordans are one of the small number of firms now recognised as specialist providers of Prison Law . Complaints - I recognise on occasions we can get things wrong - we are only human , but we do operate an open and transparent complaints system which I supervise and we always consider resolution as our starting point . Personal I am a Past President of Doncaster & District Law Society I am a Council Member at the National Law Society representing Yorkshire . I sit on the Law Societys Criminal Law Committee and the Scrutiny Performance and Review Committee .

Languages Spoken: English

Contact Mark Newby

Address

QualitySolicitors Jordans LLP

109 Wales Road

Kiveton Park

Sheffield

South Yorkshire

S26 6RA



Phone 01302 365374

Website

Resume

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Country

Status

Acquired

Updated

United Kingdom

Currently Registered

01/09/93

30/08/20

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

WORK EXPERIENCE

Title

Name

Duration

Compliance Officer for Legal Practice

Mark Newby

?-present

Law Society Council Member Yorkshire

Mark Newby

2015-Present

Law Society Criminal Law Committee

Mark Newby

2016-Present

Law Society Scrutiny Performance and Review Committee

Mark Newby

2016-Present

LEGAL CASES

Name

Outcome

R v Sheikh [ 2004 ]

Historic Conviction quashed

R v Grierson [ 2005 ]

Historic Conviction law on delay clarified

R v Lay [ 2005 ]

CCRC Referral Consecutive sentences to an extended sentence [ Acted as Counsel ]

R v Robson [ 2006 ]

Substantial Historic Case [ Acted as Junior Counsel ]

Substantial Historic Case [ Acted as Junior Counsel ]

Key decision on Historic Cases

R v Wake [ 2008 ]

CCRC Referral on issue of alternative indictments

R v Joynson [ 2008 ]

Historic Care Home Case conviction quashed

R v Lawless [ 2009 ]

Murder conviciton quashed on basis of fresh expert evidence

R v H [ 2010 ]

Law on doli incopax confirmed for historic cases

R v B [ 2010 ]

Historic Allegations quashed

R v France [ 2010 ]

Sexual Offences quashed due to fresh evidence

R V S [ 2010 ]

IPP quashed

R v L [ 2012 ]

Historic Convictions quashed due to misdirections on complaint evidence

R v S , B , C & R [ 2012 ]

Sexual Offences quashed on fresh gynaecological evidence undermining original evidence of abuse

Ali , Dennis , George , Lawless & Tunbridge v Secretary of State for Justice [ 2012 ]

The only succesful challenge to the Govt of Ian Lawless was navigated by Mark Newby as his Solicitor .

R v Nealon [ 2013 ]

Conviction quashed on Fresh Evidence showing DNA on Clothing related to unknown male and not appellant .

R v Lawless [ 2015 ]

Posession with Intent to Supply CCRC Referral

Current CCRC Referral in an Historic Case

To be heard at the Court of Appeal Northern Ireland .

North Wales Inquiry Cases

Acquittals in 5 Cases instructed in Operation Pallail .

Supreme Court Hearings in relation to the Miscarriage of Justice Compensation Scheme

Now pending application before the European Court of Human Rights