News releases issued by Hogan Brown or relating to the work of this Practice.  Press and media enquiries on any aspect of HB's activities should be made to Kathleen Odlum.

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18th November 2005
Mark Ward: From No 7 to prisoner number NM6982
20 years ago, he was a high-profile footballer.  Last month he was jailed for eight years for drug dealing.  In his first interview since going to prison, Mark Ward spoke to Nick Harris from THE INDEPENDENT about how it all went so badly wrong, life inside, his appreciation towards his defence team at Hogan Brown and his hopes for the future.  Read the full article.

15th November 2005
'Forensic Computing & Digital Evidence' Seminar
Hosted at the Liverpool Anglican Cathedral, Hogan Brown forensic specialists were joined by leading members of the Northern legal community to discuss advances in the use and abuse of IT in modern society.  Through case studies and demonstrations, the role of digital forensics in today's law enforcement community was made clear.  Copies of the proceedings, including additional reference materials, are available for download.

15th November 2005
MAN ADMITS MURDERING ANTHONY WALKER
Paul Taylor (20) has dramatically changed his plea in the Liverpool Crown Court, just 24 hours after an initial plea of Not Guilty was lodged.  His co-defendant Michael Barton, 17, (represented by Hogan Brown) pleaded not guilty to Anthony's murder at Preston Crown Court on Monday.

14th November 2005
CHARGES DROPPED - DEFENDANT FREE
After two lengthy Crown Court cases involving a Client charged with two separate counts of murder and conspiracy to murder, the defendant has been acquitted of all charges and released.

14th November 2005
PAIR DENY ANTHONY WALKER MURDER
Two men have denied murdering Liverpool teenager Anthony Walker.  The 18-year-old died after he was attacked with an axe near McGoldrick Park in Huyton, Merseyside, in July.  Michael Barton, represented by Hogan Brown Solicitors, and Paul Taylor, are also charged with conspiracy to cause grievous bodily harm to Anthony and his cousin, Marcus Binns.

1st November 2005
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