Michael Jowett > Park Square Barristers > Leeds, England > Barrister Profile

Michael Jowett

0113 2459763

Work Department

Criminal

Position

Michael Jowett accepts instructions for both prosecution and defence work. His practice includes cases at all stages of proceedings in the Youth Court, Crown Court and the Court of Appeal.

Michael is a much sought-after junior and is often instructed in matters beyond his level of call. His defence practice encompasses the full range of criminal offences, including murder, rape and other sexual offences against adults and children; drugs offences; serious violence; road traffic offences and financial crime together with proceeds of crime.

Michael regularly advises on all areas of criminal law, including matters of confiscation and asset restraint, and is happy to advise and draft documents as part of case preparation when required.

He is familiar with, and has been instructed in, cases within the Section 28 pilot scheme (video-recorded cross-examination).

Michael prides himself on his ability to engage with clients, and has experience representing those requiring particularly sensitive care due to age and/or vulnerability.

Career

Call 2009

Appointments:
Grade 2 Prosecutor

Memberships

Criminal Bar Association

Education

2008
Leeds Metropolitan University, LLB (Hons)

2009
BPP Law School, BVC (Very Competent)