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Furnival Chambers
16 Took’s Court
LONDON
EC4A 1LB
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Ben Gordon
Work Department
Serious Crime
Position
Since joining Furnival chambers as a first-six pupil in 2006, Ben has developed a busy and successful defence practice at every level of the criminal justice system. Whilst specialising in serious crime, Ben also has extensive experience practising in regulatory and disciplinary proceedings (professional misconduct).
As leading and junior counsel, Ben has successfully defended his clients in matters ranging from murder and serious violence to organised crime, drug importation, money laundering, firearms, causing death by driving, misconduct in public office, complex fraud and sexual offences and has successfully appealed against wrongful convictions and excessive sentences.
Career
Following completion of the bar vocational course, Ben worked as a paralegal at David Phillips & Partners in central London before accepting pupillage at Furnival chambers.
Languages
English & Spanish
Memberships
Honourable Society of the Inner Temple, Criminal Bar Association and the South-eastern Circuit.
Education
Westminster School, Edinburgh University and BPP Law School.
Lawyer Rankings
London Bar > Crime
(Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 3Ben Gordon – Furnival Chambers ‘Ben is an absolute star. He always goes the extra mile and is wonderful to work with. He is hard-working and determined and his advocacy is intelligent and well-thought-through.’