Daniel Kersh > 187 Chambers > London, England > Barrister Profile
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Daniel Kersh
Work Department
Crime
Position
Daniel Kersh has over 25 years’ experience in criminal law, having practiced as a solicitor since 1990 and was one of the first solicitors to be awarded the right to appear in the Crown Court as an advocate in 1993. He was a founding partner in a very well established Central London criminal defence firm for 19 years before transferring to the Bar. He has been repeatedly recognised as a leading practitioner in Chambers and Partners and Legal 500 legal directories. His practice is in serious criminal work. He has a wealth of experience in a broad range of offences, from violent and sexual offences (Murder, rape, blackmail) to fraud and financial crime.
Recent notable cases include the acquittal of a man accused of armed robbery in a domestic setting, an acquittal in a case involving marital rape, an acquittal of a male masseur alleged to have sexually assaulted a client in a top end spa retreat, and representation of a man accused of bank fraud using an insider employee. Daniel is known for his trial advocacy and his ability to secure acquittals in telling circumstances. He also has experience in Court Martials, road traffic law, planning cases and local authority prosecutions.
Career
Called 2018
Lawyer Rankings
London Bar > Crime
(Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 4Daniel Kersh – 187 Chambers
‘Daniel is a brilliant barrister who is meticulous in his case preparation. From the moment Daniel meets clients he instantly reassures them by treating them with dignity, respect and compassion. His ability to put clients at ease is matched by his forensic and cerebral approach to advocacy.’