Tom Walkling > Chambers of Sara Lewis KC > Birmingham, England > Barrister Profile

Chambers of Sara Lewis KC
St Philips Chambers
55 TEMPLE ROW
BIRMINGHAM
B2 5LS
England

Work Department

Crime

Position

With a specialist criminal practice, Tom has experience and expertise in all areas of crime with an emphasis on homicide, firearms and organised crime. He comes recommended as an accomplished, talented and heavyweight trial advocate, and is also known for the quality of his written work and his attention to detail. He is often praised for his approachability and his ability to put clients at ease.

Tom is regularly instructed as leading junior in cases of homicide, large-scale drug trafficking and serious organised crime.

Career

Called 2001, Lincoln’s Inn.

Level 4 prosecutor and member of the counter terrorism, serious crime and specialist rape panels.

Recorder (2020 Crime, Midland Circuit).

Memberships

Criminal Bar Association; Midland Circuit.

Education

University of Bristol (philosophy, first class hons); University of Birmingham (Common Professional Examination); Inns of Court School of Law (Bar Vocational Course).

Lawyer Rankings

Regional Bar > Midland Circuit > Crime (general and fraud)

(Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 3

Tom Walkling – St Philips Chambers ‘Tom can digest vast amounts of evidence quickly and identify the issues in the case. He always responds promptly to any queries by his professional clients and is always present and willing to assist when needed. His manner with clients is fantastic, and he soon gains their trust.’