YEAR OF CALL: 2023

AREAS OF PRACTICE

Family law

Criminal law

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

LLB (Hons), First Class

BPC

Awards:

2022 - Lord Denning Scholarship, Lincolns Inn
2020 - University of Hull Medical Law Prize
2019 - University of Hull Prize for Equity and Trusts
2017 - University of Hull Merit Sponsorship

MEMBERSHIPS & AFFILIATIONS

The Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn

FLBA

CBA

CPS Grade 2 Prosecutor

ABOUT BLAISE

Blaise became a tenant at Crown Chambers in October 2024 after completing his pupillage under the supervision of Joanna Hawkett.

Crime

Blaise is developing a thriving Crown Court practice representing both the defence and prosecution. He is frequently instructed to appear in cases of assault, offensive weapons, drugs, acts of dishonesty and domestic related offences. 

He is a passionate advocate who leaves no stone unturned in preparing cases meticulously to achieve the very best outcome. His down to earth manner instantly puts clients at ease which allows for effective communication. Senior members of the Bar have commented on his confident and calm approach beyond his year of call.

Prior to the Bar, Blaise worked as an administrator within a criminal defence law firm and undertook voluntary pro-bono work as an Appropriate Adult for vulnerable suspects in police custody.

Notable cases:

R v HH, TJW, SG and others (2025) - Hull Crown Court 

21 count indictment involving multiple defendants accused of burglaries and thefts of high value vehicles. 

R v MB and others (2025) - Hull Crown Court 

Counsel for the Crown – multi handed robbery of a watch by use of violence.

R v NG (2025) – Hull Crown Court 

Defended at sentence for cultivation of cannabis. Persuaded the Court the offending fell into lesser role.

R v AE (2024) – Hull Crown Court 

Represented the Defendant at sentence for non-fatal strangulation following a trial in their absence.

R v BL [2024] – Lincoln Crown Court

Defence of BL charged with theft and common assault. The Crown sought to amend the charge to robbery at the PTPH but subsequently offered no evidence.

R v BR [2024] – Grimsby Magistrates' Court

Instructed to defend in a prolonged s47 ABH trial involving a weapon. Successfully opposed the prosecution's adjournment application to secure the complainant's attendance who failed to attend due to claims of fear. This resulted in the Crown offering no evidence and the charge being dismissed.

Family

Blaise has a rapidly developing private and public family law practice, regularly appearing for parents and local authorities. He has experience in representing parties from initial removal hearing through to the final hearing. Blaise also represents applicants and respondents in proceedings under the Family Law Act 1996.