Advocate Darry Robinson has been made a Partner, effective from 1st January 2023, having joined the firm in August 2018.  Darry is an experienced litigator dealing with a broad range of matters both criminal and civil.  His practice includes criminal defence work, Children Panel appointments, personal injury and medical negligence claims.

Advocate Nina Benest commented ‘it is important to recognise both the contribution that Darry has brought to Benest & Syvret and his tireless energy when representing his clients.  This promotion demonstrates our commitment to nurturing and rewarding talent across our business.’    

Benest & Syvret  are also pleased to announce that Advocate Greg Herold-Howes has joined the firm’s dispute resolution team. Greg will work alongside Nina Benest and Darry Robinson to develop the firm’s litigation and dispute resolution services. Greg has a particular interest in planning matters, having successfully represented an appellant in a decade long dispute involving multiple third-party planning appeals.   He has a detailed knowledge of the policies of the Island Plan and can advise in respect of proposed development or following a planning decision.