The Stable
The Black Stable was established in 2002 when Lee-Anne Black took over as clerk of what had previously been the Carvel Stable. Since then, the Stable has grown in numbers and reputation establishing itself, in particular, at the forefront of the Criminal Bar. As well as containing numerous Counsel with an expertise in most aspects of criminal law, the Stable also includes several members highly regarded at the Civil Bar, offering a wealth of experience in various areas such as personal injury, commercial law, employment law and health and safety matters.

The Stable currently contains 44 members including 9 Senior Counsel, and the clerking team consists of Lee-Anne and her two deputies, Stevie Burns and Sara Mauriello. The clerks offer a consistently efficient and professional service, providing an invaluable link between Counsel and instructing agents.

The Stable members have extensive experience in the Sheriff Court, the Court of Session - both Inner and Outer Houses -, the High Court of Justiciary, the Criminal Appeal Court, the House of Lords and the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council. Members have also been involved in Fatal Accident Inquiries, Health and Safety Prosecutions, Childrens Referrals, Confiscation Proceedings and Employment Tribunals, and the clerking team would be happy to provide guidance as to the most appropriate Counsel for any particular instruction.

As well as containing Counsel who have conducted high profile cases throughout Scotland, the Stable is particularly strong with regards to Criminal Appeals, with a number of Counsel being involved in landmark cases concerning devolution issues and Human Rights matters.