Crime

He is calm in the face of serious and difficult cases; he brings a steadying hand to clients who are anxious about the situations they are facing. No stone is left unturned, and no question that should be asked is left unanswered. He is simply a genius.

Giles Cockings KC

Almost certainly the best orator at the criminal bar. His speeches are perfection. Hardworking and charming. Tactically aware. Brilliant.

Jeremy Dein KC

Jeremy is fearless and determined in his pursuit of his client's interests, ensuring all points are taken on their behalf.

Sarah Forshaw KC

5KBW

Sarah is the full package. Her expertise in high-profile, career-ending sex cases is outstanding. If you can get her, the value she will add to the team is indescribable. She is a natural-born winner, and her closing speeches are always delivered impeccably.

Patrick Gibbs KC

Paddy is an exceptional lawyer. He has a disarmingly understated style of cross-examination that is powerfully effective. He would be my first choice to represent me should I ever find myself in need of representation.

Oliver Glasgow KC

Oliver Glasgow KC is probably the best criminal prosecutor in the country - a superb jury advocate and an exceptional cross-examiner.

Caroline Haughey KC

Caroline Haughey KC is the go-to barrister in human trafficking and literally wrote the legislation in the Modern Slavery Act. She has a superb brain for strategy and knows her subject better than anyone else.

Deanna Heer KC

5 Paper Buildings

She is extremely good under pressure and always well prepared.

Ian Henderson KC

Farringdon Chambers

Mark Heywood KC

5KBW

He is an excellent jury advocate with a sharp strategic mind and an ability to present complex material in a clear and compelling way.

Paul Hynes KC

Paul is an exceptional silk; he is able to turn his hand to any area of law or specialism. He is as adept at dealing with the law and judges as he is with juries, which is a relatively uncommon quality at the criminal bar, and he is a delight to work with.

Gillian Jones KC

Gillian Jones KC is astute, clear-sighted, and a very good lawyer. She wastes no words and is a masterful tactician. Her advocacy is always focused and economical.

Riel Karmy-Jones KC

Brendan Kelly KC

Eleanor Laws KC

Brilliant person and lawyer. Top table and best in the field of defense work regarding sexual allegations.

Tom Little KC

Deka Chambers

Strengths: Tom Little KC is the number one Senior Treasury Counsel - and for a reason. In my view, he is the best of the best. He has an innate ability to provide clear, objective, and dispassionate advice on highly complex, serious, and high-profile cases. He has an exceptional ability to forensically analyze evidence and complex legal submissions, and then present them in a way that can be easily understood. He is an exceptional and persuasive advocate - whether it be in legal submissions to a judge or in his opening and closing addresses to the jury. He has a superb ability to think on his feet. He is clinical in cross-examination. He is fearless in court. Weaknesses: None (in my view).

Philippa McAtasney KC

Great with juries, personable, and has a great presence.

Tim Moloney KC

TM is a hugely experienced advocate who is known and respected for his gentle and even humble manner when dealing with opponents, colleagues, and judges alike.

Clare Montgomery KC

Duncan Penny KC

Duncan is the man. Experienced, clever, tough, and great with clients. When the odds are stacked against you, you need Duncan.

David Perry KC

Lewis Power KC

An exceptional advocate and strategist.

James Scobie KC

Mr. Scobie is unparalleled in the field of serious and organized crime. Until you have worked with him, you do not understand the level of commitment and fight he puts into every case. He lives and breathes each case as if it is his last. When the stakes are high, he is our go-to. He will not pull any punches and still operates with an old-school approach, which is needed in the most difficult of cases. He is an archetypal winner and remains at the top of the Premier League for defending allegations of murder.

Jim Sturman KC

Top of his field.

Sasha Wass KC

Richard Whittam KC

James Wood KC

James is an immensely experienced and sage counsel with a highly persuasive style.

Simon Csoka KC

Libertas Chambers

Such a command of the most complex issues in criminal law. Invariably, the first choice for heavyweight criminal defense, which requires innovative legal argument.

Tana Adkin KC

15NBS

Ms. Adkin is particularly thorough and proactive when representing clients. Ms. Adkin has exceptional knowledge of the law and undertakes all aspects of serious crime.

Christine Agnew KC

Christine is a formidable barrister; she has an amazing way with the jury. Her advanced preparation allows her to command the court. She has the respect of the judges and her peers.

Tracy Ayling KC

Quickly grasps details in complex cases. She has an encyclopedic knowledge of the law. A master tactician who always makes the big calls right. One of the best KCs in the country. A difference maker.

Narita Bahra KC

33 Chancery Lane

Fearless advocate, passionate for justice, fastidious in her preparation of a case and any legal argument.

Alex Bailin KC

Alex is one of the cleverest and most capable criminal silks. He advises in very complicated and challenging cases. His manner is calm and reassuring. His tactical judgment and legal knowledge are hugely impressive. He combines a hugely impressive intellect with an approachable and down-to-earth manner. It is always a relief to be able to instruct him.

Ali Bajwa KC

Incredibly competent counsel. He always knows the details of the case and appears to be able to assimilate them in a short period of time, which can border on the unnerving. His style with judges and juries is engaged and likable. Clients see immediately his extreme focus on the outcome. Everything is always done, whether it’s consideration of new material or urgent advice in the evening. He is among the very best at the criminal bar today.

Anand Beharrylal KC

David Bentley KC

A good advocate; very good client handling; honest and straightforward; doesn't take bad points, only the good.

Jane Bickerstaff KC

Jane Bickerstaff KC is an excellent barrister, whether defending or prosecuting. She has a wonderful, down-to-earth courtroom manner that earns the trust of her opponents, judges, and jurors. She quickly identifies the issues and the key areas of evidence, building a case effectively.

Rupert Bowers KC

Michael Bromley-Martin KC

Three Raymond Buildings

Michael Bromley-Martin KC is a solid fighter. He fights for his clients. He is not concerned with upsetting his peers when he has an argument to make. He is very clever, and his personality means that he is liked by juries.

Matthew Butt KC

His knowledge and understanding are second to none. His meticulous preparation cannot be overstated.

John Cooper KC

John Cooper KC is a fearless and tenacious advocate who has built a formidable reputation as one of the leading criminal silks at the Bar. Renowned for his determination and unwavering commitment to his clients, he approaches every case with energy, conviction, and a relentless desire to achieve the best possible outcome. A natural fighter, John is known for leaving no stone unturned. He pursues every point available to his client and is never deterred by the complexity, profile, or difficulty of a case. His courage in the courtroom and willingness to challenge conventional thinking make him a particularly effective advocate in high-pressure litigation. John's work ethic is exceptional. Meticulously prepared and wholly dedicated to his cases, he combines hard work with sharp strategic judgment and extensive courtroom experience. Instructing solicitors value his commitment, accessibility, and ability to deliver results in the most demanding circumstances. A fearless litigator, accomplished jury advocate, and tireless defender of his clients, John Cooper KC remains one of the criminal Bar's most effective practitioners.

Mark Cotter KC

5 St. Andrew's Hill

The way in which he conducted conferences with our lay client was impressive. He was adept at handling the lay client and was entirely familiar with the details of the case. His tactical approach was innovative, and he applied impressive lateral thought to the complex factual scenario he was faced with.

Annabel Darlow KC

She is determined and confident. She has clear advocacy and is always fair. She is an excellent prosecutor whose speech in a difficult case was powerful.

Hugh Davies KC

Superb. Extensive legal knowledge. Extremely effective cross-examiner. His poise in court is deeply impressive, never rattled, submissions always smooth and precise.

Jennifer Dempster KC

Simon Denison KC

Sarah Elliott KC

She has a forensic mind and is a great trial lawyer, especially good with young complainants. She is a great cross-examiner, particularly in sensitive cases.

David Etherington KC

John Femi-Ola KC

Francis FitzGibbon KC

An outstanding advocate who combines exceptional legal ability with a genuine approachability.

Dean George KC

Great on: client handling; advocacy; fearless; good judgment and strategies; an excellent defender and a very nice person.

Mark Harries KC

Serjeants' Inn Chambers

Mark Harries KC is extremely bright, a real strategist and analyst who can set the proper direction in any case. He gets to grips with the real issues in the case and has the tactical astuteness to deal with them. He is very good in data-heavy cases with extensive electronic evidence served, and can decipher and comprehend quickly the important documents to consider. He is a team player and is open to other opinions and options presented, which is important in any team. Finally, he is very approachable and responds quickly to queries, even on weekends, and is always available on the telephone.

Alexandra Healy KC

Christopher Henley KC

David Hislop KC

David Hislop KC is an outstanding advocate. Brilliant cross-examination skills. Meticulous preparation. Case-winning closing speeches. Personable.

Mozammel Hossain KC

A fantastic advocate who is excellent with juries and clients. He absorbs all the information and material in the case, knowing it inside and out. He pours his soul into each case. He is silk, very much in demand and with an international practice.

Michael Ivers KC

He is tenacious, a skilled and persuasive advocate and all over the evidence.

David Jeremy KC

Zoe Johnson KC

Richard Jory KC

Richard Jory's personal skills are second to none. He has empathy and is fair, calm, and he works very well coordinating a team. The police appreciate the opportunity to work with him when he is prosecuting. He is very good with families and he is persuasive in court. His written work is timely, punchy, and clear.

Paul Keleher KC

Mr. Keleher is extremely bright. When making legal submissions, he immediately commands the room as the extent to which he deeply understands the law is immediately obvious.

Abbas Lakha KC

Mr. Lakha K.C. is an extraordinary barrister with unparalleled tactical and strategic acumen, a unique depth of professional experience in both criminal and civil law, as well as the intersection of the two jurisdictions, and a deft touch with lay clients and professional opponents. He is rightly admired and feared as an opponent and the go-to barrister for serious and complex criminal defense work at a national and international level.

Kate Lumsdon KC

Eloise Marshall KC

Eleanor Mawrey KC

Deka Chambers

Paul Mendelle KC

Rajiv Menon KC

Rajiv is a fearless advocate who fights his client's case to the absolute best of his ability.

Anthony Metzer KC

Goldsmith Chambers

Keir Monteith KC

Keir Monteith KC in all ways encompasses barrister excellence. He boasts the sharpest and boldest advocacy in criminal defense. He is robust and unrelenting in his pursuit of justice for his clients. Far-reaching in his case preparation and powerful in his delivery in court. He is a force of nature and has a nigh-on insatiable desire to win his cases. This is reflected in his successes in the Court of Appeal.

Alison Morgan KC

Alison Morgan KC is a formidable, respected, and conspicuously talented prosecution advocate, Alison is rightly revered by judges and colleagues alike.

Stephen Moses KC

Stephen is a star at the Criminal Bar. He is regularly instructed in high-profile, high-stakes, complex criminal trials. Having spent his entire career defending, he has honed his advocacy skills, charming judges and juries alike. Both his written and oral advocacy are superb, and clients absolutely love him. Tactically, he is very astute in his approach to his cases.

Pavlos Panayi KC

7BR

As a solicitor of over 20 years and a High Court advocate with extensive trial experience, I have seen Pavlos Panayi KC firsthand on his feet. His cross-examination and witness handling are of the highest calibre. Closing speeches are magical, in which all the threads are pulled together, advancing his lay client's case in the most persuasive way possible. He is always available to assist and help navigate challenging case preparation issues and decisions. His manner in and out of court carries gravitas and calm.

Christopher Paxton KC

Icah Peart KC

Icah Peart KC has excellent communication skills and is very approachable. He has the ability to explain complex matters very simply and makes the client feel at ease. His preparation of a case is meticulous, and he leaves no stone unturned. He is an excellent advocate who always puts his clients first and always gives it 100%. I will continue to instruct Icah.

Jonathan Polnay KC

QEB Hollis Whiteman

He is one of the best prosecutors in the country. He has an excellent legal mind. He is a walking, talking Archbold. First class advocate.

Orlando Pownall KC

Mathew works tirelessly on his cases. He brings astounding focus and energy to his work. He has a genuine fight and will keep going even when the chips are down. Mathew has a particular ability to see matters in an international context and to appreciate civil, regulatory, and commercial aspects alongside the criminal. In this way, he brings a fresh and broad perspective. He is dedicated to his work and truly 'lives' his cases.

Mary Prior KC

The 36 Group

Jonathan Rees KC

2 Hare Court

Mathew Sherratt KC

Thomas More Chambers

Melanie Simpson KC

Melanie Simpson KC is a class act. She regularly appears at the Old Bailey and is a very popular Silk. She fights hard for her clients yet has a charming, courteous style in court. Judges respect her and clients love her.

Julia Smart KC

Tyrone Smith KC

Tyrone is utterly charming. Juries adore him. But this belies a steely interior. He's a great instinctive lawyer who can also be pragmatic when that's in the best interests of his client.

Brian St. Louis KC

15NBS

Brian has megawatt charisma. His charm disarms opponents and judges alike.

Mark Summers KC

Mark Summers KC has one of the finest legal minds at the Criminal Bar. His legal submissions are a joy to watch.

Kieran Vaughan KC

Kieran Vaughan KC is a star. He is the most able advocate I know. He has an astonishing grasp of the details in the most complex of cases, which he combines with a pitch-perfect advocacy style that wins over judges and juries alike.

Alisdair Williamson KC

An effortlessly assured and elegant advocate whose cross-examination and submissions are a model of clarity and focus, an advocate who knows precisely what the case needs and how to achieve it.

Steven Perian KC

2 King's Bench Walk Chambers

Steven is cool, calm, and collected.

Kate Blackwell KC

Farrhat Arshad KC

Farrhat Arshad KC is an excellent barrister who leaves no stone unturned. She is able to turn around seemingly impossible cases with her skill and determination, fighting relentlessly for her lay clients. She is able to deal with complex legal arguments with ease, having an exceptional legal mind. She is without a doubt a first-rate silk.

Colin Aylott KC

Colin Aylott KC is a silk of outstanding ability, whose advocacy is authoritative, persuasive, and strategically astute. He is very impressive in serious and high-profile criminal cases, where his grasp of the facts and legal issues is exceptional. He has a commanding courtroom presence while remaining approachable and pragmatic in conference with clients.

Tony Badenoch KC

Tony Badenoch KC is immensely skilled, a fine lawyer, tactically sound, steers a steady ship when dealing with multi-handed cases. Great court presence, trusted by the Bench and Bar, and all of the above achieved with a mix of confidence and good humour.

Richard Barraclough KC

Six Pump Court

Jason Bartfeld KC

His advocacy is very effective, whether to the judge or jury. It is always on point and very persuasive. He has the talent for combining legal knowledge with tactical acumen, wrapped up in a very user-friendly presentation. In short, he is an excellent Silk!

Jeremy Benson KC

Paul Bogan KC

Paul Bogan has a strikingly unique ability to persuade. His style is relaxed while full of challenge, providing reassurance to those around him in need. In and out of the court, he is a leader while tempering that quality with a very likable charm. Few have this ability. Paul has the ability to assimilate the most complex factual and legal scenarios with unruffled ease. What is more, he gets the results!

Michael Borrelli KC

Charles Bott KC

Mountford Chambers

Kirsty Brimelow KC

Kirsty's work needs no introduction. Her forensic attention to detail takes her the extra kilometer in her defense advocacy.

Edward Brown KC

Criminal silk of the highest caliber.

John Cammegh KC

5 St. Andrew's Hill

John is a fantastic barrister. He is calm and measured, totally unflappable. His level of preparation is extraordinary. His legal knowledge and understanding are seriously impressive.

Richard Christie KC

Richard’s attention to detail and hard work are second to none. He leaves no stone unturned in fighting for our clients and always works the case from every angle to get the best for the client.

Tim Clark KC

Rhiannon Crimmins KC

Rhiannon is a fierce and fearless barrister and advocate. In the courtroom, her cross-examination of witnesses is both formidable and frightening. She is loved by juries and clients and commands respect from her opponents and the judiciary.

Claire Davies KC

Farringdon Chambers

Claire Davies KC is a calm, authoritative, and compelling advocate. She has excellent judgment, is unfailingly well prepared, and possesses a natural ability to distill complex factual and legal issues into clear, persuasive submissions. She combines intellectual rigor with a genuine passion for her cases while maintaining the measured and courteous advocacy that earns the respect of judges and opponents alike. Her strategic instincts are consistently sound, and she inspires confidence in those she represents.

Christopher Donnellan KC

The 36 Group

David Emanuel KC

David is exceptional across the board. A rare gem of a barrister who combines sublime skill across legal knowledge, client care, and courtroom advocacy. He is deservedly a highly sought-after silk, well ahead of the rest.

William Emlyn Jones KC

He is a brilliant cross-examiner. He takes no prisoners. Excellent lawyer and always well prepared. One of the best out there.

Philip Evans KC

Alexandra Felix KC

She is an excellent barrister - firm, authoritative, and persuasive.

Peter Finnigan KC

Edward Fitzgerald KC

Edward Fitzgerald KC has a masterful way with the court. He is able to deal with any question that is put to him and is agile and thoughtful. He is always legally inquisitive, which allows him to put forward legal arguments that others do not spot.

Tom Forster KC

Danny Friedman KC

Peter Glenser KC

Emma Goodall KC

Emma Goodall KC is razor-sharp and meticulous in her case preparation. Her ability to analyze and identify quickly the issues that matter is 'first class'. Emma has a calm authority and is extremely effective in her advocacy. She brings an extraordinary lens to a case; her judicial experience as a recorder gives her additional insight into evidential assessment and courtroom dynamics.

Martin Goudie KC

Crucible Chambers

Martin Goudie KC is a remarkable barrister and managed to balance his extensive legal knowledge with impeccable advocacy skills.

Siobhan Grey KC

Jacob Hallam KC

Edward Henry KC

Ed has a wonderful broad grasp of the issues at play and great skill in presenting the case.

Jonathan Higgs KC

5KBW

Highly respected with particular strength on the prosecution side.

William Hughes KC

Aftab Jafferjee KC

Sarah Jones KC

Pump Court Chambers

Tom Kark KC

Alan Kent KC

Alan Kent KC, known as the Rolls Royce barrister, has a mastery of law and demonstrates unparalleled knowledge of complex criminal law, evidence, and procedure. His trial strategy consistently develops razor-sharp defense strategies in the most serious of cases. We have never lost a murder case with AK KC! You know when he enters the courtroom, his presence combines authoritative advocacy with total composure under immense pressure. Alan Kent KC has a masterclass in cross-examination that can be devastating for the prosecution. Alan Kent KC is one of the most formidable trial advocates at the Criminal Bar.

Jennifer Knight KC

Sean Larkin KC

Michael Mather Lees KC

The 36 Group

Louis Mably KC

An absolute brainbox, Louis Mably KC leaves nothing to chance. The brilliance of his forensic mind shines through in his thoughtful, punchy, and compelling advocacy.

Samuel Magee KC

John McGuinness KC

Mark is a top-class barrister and the sort of silk one would want to have on every case. His strategy is brilliant, and the level of preparation that goes into a conference with a lay client is noteworthy. It really is a Rolls Royce level of service. His written advocacy is fantastic. He is the kind of barrister you would want to have with a high-net-worth client. He understands the issues, the client’s perspective, and is able to navigate the client through a difficult set of circumstances, bearing in mind not just the criminal issues but also any resultant regulatory and/or reputational concerns.

Miranda Moore KC

5 Paper Buildings

Mark Mulholland KC

Cloth Fair Chambers

Cairns Nelson KC

Phenomenal advocate. When he is in court, everyone hangs on his every word: judge, jury, counsel, solicitors, and defendants.

Michelle Nelson KC

Michelle Nelson is the archetypal committed trial lawyer. She works fiercely hard to master a brief and will fight the case on every arguable front. She is a force of nature in the courtroom.

Charlotte Newell KC

5KBW

She is decisive, persuasive, and her tactical decisions are astute. She lays the groundwork very well from written advice through to legal argument and knows how to build a strong foundation for her case from the start. Her client care is excellent, and she is a powerful advocate who speaks with conviction, making her a force you’re glad to have leading your team in the courtroom.

Blinne Ní Ghrálaigh KC

Beth O’Reilly KC

Jane is perhaps one of the most focused counsel I have worked with. Her attention to detail is second to none. Her ability to explain to the lay client the complexities of evidence in a clear and concise way is complemented by her understanding of the client's anxiety. Her advocacy is clear, considered, and directly deals with the issues. The court has the utmost respect for her.

Anthony Orchard KC

5KBW

Anthony is measured, reflective, and insightful. His advocacy utilizes all those qualities, and as a result, is very persuasive.

Jane Osborne KC

2 Harcourt Buildings

Henrietta Paget KC

The complete silk package: ferociously clever, meticulously prepared, charming, and lethal in argument.

Gareth Patterson KC

Simon Pentol KC

Simon Pentol KC is intellectually and tactically razor-sharp. Unflappable under pressure. Consistently outstanding in the most serious and high-profile cases. The only person I would want representing me in a courtroom.

John Price KC

Paul Raudnitz KC

Paul is a highly competent, intelligent, and diligent barrister. He is very personable and has a calming manner, which enables him to win over juries, judges, and clients. He has an excellent work ethic and is a very capable advocate. He has no weaknesses.

Stan Reiz KC

He exudes quiet confidence and credibility. His restrained style is one of his greatest strengths, allowing the force of his arguments to speak for themselves. Unflappable in the most serious murder trials, he projects quiet confidence.

Martin Rutherford KC

15NBS

His advocacy is second to none, calm and collected. A true technician in his field. Simply the best. In court, he commands respect and is always listened to. He has an amazing ability when speaking with clients and the jury. He calms clients down and is able to listen to them and advise them. He’s truly trusted by solicitors and clients at all levels.

John Ryder KC

John Ryder KC is one of the best, if not the best, criminal advocates out there. There are few these days who can call upon both immense legal knowledge and supreme advocacy. John Ryder KC is the complete article.

Rossano Scamardella KC

Nicola Shannon KC

Miss Shannon KC is very thorough when working on a case and always willing to discuss the case with and advise me as the instructing solicitor. She presents in court in a confident manner, which engenders confidence. She is great "on the law" and handles legal issues well.

Louise Sweet KC

An exceptional advocate who consistently achieves outstanding results in cases that others might consider unwinnable. She has developed a formidable reputation in complex sexual offense cases, where her meticulous preparation, strategic insight, and persuasive advocacy regularly make the difference. Fearlessly committed to her clients and trusted by instructing solicitors, she combines superb judgment with an unwavering determination to secure the best possible outcome. Known affectionately as ‘the postwoman’, she always delivers, time and again exceeding expectations in the most challenging of cases.

Paul Taylor KC

5KBW

For appeals work, there is no one better. If there is a point to be taken, he will find it.

Bernard Tetlow KC

Katy Thorne KC

An advocate whose command of the law is matched by her flair. Engaging, bold, and committed to securing the best outcome for clients. A robust silk that stands her ground and is not afraid to challenge judges or other counsel.

Clare Wade KC

Powerful advocate. Controls the room. Reliable and indefatigable. Unwavering and steadfast.

Jeremy Wainwright KC

Concise and to the point. Excellent client care. Judges love his ability to get to the point of his legal arguments quickly.

Adrian Waterman KC

David Whittaker KC

He is a top-quality operator and a brilliant advocate. David's style is smooth yet robust when required. He is rarely flustered and brings a calm, authoritative approach to proceedings.

Peter Wilcock KC

Peter is a very down-to-earth and approachable KC, who nonetheless remains robust and realistic in the advice and advocacy he offers. His style is one that clients favor, and his command of the evidence and forensic cases is second to none. It's always a pleasure to work with Peter.

Natasha Wong KC

5KBW

Firstly, an extremely nice and pleasant person to work with. She is also hard-working and a safe pair of hands to instruct in serious, sensitive cases. Excellent client care.

Hossein Zahir KC

An excellent, dependable, intelligent, tireless, and strategic counsel with extensive experience, respected by peers and judges. He remains calm and reassuring with clients and effectively engages a jury. He excels in legal matters and submissions.

Kerim Fuad KC

Church Court Chambers

Felicity Gerry KC

Libertas Chambers

Adam Kane KC

Libertas Chambers

A confident approach to jury work.

Lee Karu KC

Millennium Chambers

Zubair Ahmad KC

Exceptionally well prepared. Highly detailed consideration of case papers. Prepared to present novel points of law. Skilled advocacy in front of a jury. Patient with clients.

Gordon Aspden KC

7BR

Kate Bex KC

Her preparation and command of the papers are exceptional. Her closing speeches are powerful, measured, and polished. She is an exceptional Silk, which you want on your side.

Kate Blumgart KC

2 Harcourt Buildings

Kate Blumgart KC's cross-examination was truly phenomenal. Her closing speech was - as I told her at the time - one of the best speeches I've ever heard. It was absolutely devastating for the defence. KB is one of the most impressive silks around. Absolutely formidable. But also extremely fair.

Oliver Blunt KC

Brenda Campbell KC

Jacqueline Carey KC

Brilliant in court and fantastic with clients. She knows her case inside out and where to probe to get results. An unsung hero in my book and always on my list for difficult criminal cases. A first-class barrister renowned for taking on complex and demanding cases. Trusted by solicitors for her strategic judgment and unwavering commitment, she combines polished courtroom advocacy with a relentless determination to advance her clients' interests. Calm under pressure and formidable in argument, she is a dependable presence when the stakes are at their highest.

Paul Cavin KC

2 Harcourt Buildings

Completely unflappable. A huge capacity for work. Can digest cases running into tens of thousands of pages and identify the issues quickly.

Nicholas Corsellis KC

Adam Davis KC

Kevin Dent KC is very personable and good with clients and their families. He displays meticulous attention to detail when reviewing case papers/disclosure.

James Dawes KC

2 Harcourt Buildings

Kevin Dent KC

5 St. Andrew's Hill

Benjamin Douglas-Jones KC

5 Paper Buildings

Peter Doyle KC

Peter Doyle KC is a very hardworking and intelligent silk who works incredibly hard in every case he is instructed in. He is very effective with both the judge and the jury.

Nina Ellin KC

Six Pump Court

Julian Evans KC

Caherine Farrelly KC

2BR

Mark Fenhalls KC

Ben FitzGerald KC

Rudi Fortson KC

Alan Gardner KC

Mark Gatley KC

A class act in court. He possesses a rare combination of charm, strategic insight, and razor-sharp instincts, making him exceptionally effective before juries. His advocacy is measured, persuasive, and authoritative, and he has an impressive ability to identify and exploit the key issues in even the most complex cases. Trusted by solicitors and respected by clients, he is a formidable criminal advocate.

Michael Goodwin KC

Andrew Hall KC

Roderick Johnson is thorough, patient, and has a detailed approach to complex evidence. Excellent client care skills.

Roderick Johnson KC

Goldsmith Chambers

Leon Kazakos KC

One of the hardest working silks at the bar, his ability to marshal the voluminous cases in which he is instructed is second to none. Clients and solicitors like him for his frank, realistic approach, but he will lead the charge in defense of his clients.

Jonathan Laidlaw KC

He is highly focused in his advocacy and case presentation, commanding the attention of others to whom he presents his case. He does not take bad points in case presentation, being succinct and persuasive in his advocacy. His preparation is thorough and meticulous. In dealing with clients, he is approachable, empathetic, but always pragmatic in his advice.

Jocelyn Ledward KC

Jocelyn is scrupulously fair and measured, which is what makes her a devastatingly effective prosecutor - cool and calm under pressure with an eye for detail that means nothing gets past her. Her legal analysis is second to none, and she is trusted by judges and juries alike as a safe pair of hands.

Vanessa Marshall KC

7BR

Professional, unflappable, and highly respected by judges and opponents alike. Her courtroom presence is compelling and authoritative. She possesses an extraordinary work ethic. No detail is ever overlooked, and every case benefits from her thorough preparation and strategic foresight.

Martin McCarthy KC

Farringdon Chambers

Martin is an extremely effective advocate who does not waste his words. In cross-examination, he deploys his questions with targeted efficiency to devastating effect.

Charles Miskin KC

James Mulholland KC

James is my KC of choice. He is an expert cross-examiner. His preparation is second to none, and he masters every brief. He delivers speeches with persuasion, flair, and attention to detail. He commands respect from peers and the judiciary alike.

Benjamin Newton KC

Ben is an all-rounder. He is absolutely brilliant with clients and goes the extra mile to put them at ease. He knows a case inside and out, and his drafting is meticulous and persuasive. He is an experienced jury advocate and always manages to pitch a case just right.

Brian O’Neill KC

Sally O’Neill KC

Tom Payne KC

Tom Payne is one of the hardest working barristers I have ever come across, with an attention to detail second to none. Always entirely on top of the brief, those instructing Tom can be 100% confident that everything that needs to be done has been done to the very highest standard.

Laurie-Anne Power KC

Nathan Rasiah KC

Excellent advocate - professional but personable.

Nicholas Rhodes KC

Mr. Rhodes KC has acquired decades of experience coupled with excellent client care. He’s dynamic, incisive, and has an ability to see the moving parts in a trial before they even start moving. He is the acme of persuasion.

Bernard Richmond KC

Lamb Building

Justin Rouse KC

Charlie Sherrard KC

2BR

He is just brilliant, meticulous with the evidence, a brilliant tactician. Amazing client care.

Joel Smith KC

James Thacker KC is a fabulous advocate; his case preparation is excellent, and control of case management is first class. James' presentation is precise, considered, and reassuringly engaging with a jury. James is the best in cross-examination, always with numerous deadly lines delivered with humor and panache.

Sultana Tafadar KC

No5 Barristers' Chambers

James Thacker KC

Deka Chambers

Richard Thomas KC

Richard Thomas KC is the Rolls Royce of criminal silks. Excellent in every respect.

Clea Topolski KC

Crucible Chambers

Sarah Vine KC

Sarah Vine KC is an extremely classy advocate. She thinks carefully about what she is going to say and how she is going to say it. She does not waste a word. The result is compelling advocacy. In addition, she gets on incredibly well with those she works with.

Liam Walker KC

Fearless Excellent strategist and great presence in court

Anne Whyte KC

QEB Hollis Whiteman

She is a great lawyer and is superb with a jury.

Lisa Wilding KC

Lisa is a powerhouse. Always on top of the facts, she brings real steel and resolve, with an unbending focus on getting the case to where it needs to be. Her advocacy is first-class; clear, persuasive, and impeccably delivered. She is also a very quick thinker, meaning she effortlessly responds when the unexpected arrives. As a leader, she is decisive and clear. Put simply, she is a wonderful barrister, and I hold her in very high regard.

Nick Worsley KC

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Gudrun Young KC

Gudrun is a very strong and tenacious advocate who pays very careful attention to detail. She is able to grasp the key aspects of a case very quickly, which in turn is highlighted in the high-quality advocacy that she produces. Gudrun's drafting skills are also second to none. Again, she is very meticulous and pays careful attention to detail.

Michael Magarian KC

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M. Ayaz Qazi KC

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Stuart Trimmer KC

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Lesley Bates KC

James Bloomer KC

James Brown KC

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He has a careful and persuasive style - judges and jurors alike listen to him and know that what he has to say is worth taking on board. He is able to present complex evidence in a helpful way, cutting through it to get to the point.

Nicholas Dunham KC

Tim Forte KC

Tim is a very capable operator, absorbing large amounts of complicated information and then being able to relay it to clients in the most straightforward terms in order to build up levels of trust and understanding, which in turn yields instructions upon which a case can be built. His communications are timely, and he is very quick to respond to any queries.

Paul Jarvis KC

Paul Jarvis KC is razor-sharp on the law, tactics, and strategy, with an exceptional ability to distill complex issues into clear, persuasive arguments. He inspires real confidence—clients are both reassured and quietly in awe of his ability. Approachable and tactically astute, he is a pleasure to work with.

Charles Langley KC

The real deal, all that you expect and more when instructing Kings Counsel. The ability to master the most complex of cases in quick time. A master of the closing speech, enthralling the most indifferent of juries. Client care is a specialty.

Ian McLoughlin KC

Danny is a great lawyer and an excellent advocate. He is fearless and juries love him.

Danny Moore KC

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Flora Page KC

'She possesses phenomenal talent and an unequaled determination to achieve the best outcome for those she represents.'

Simon Ray KC

Simon is a technically brilliant and user-friendly barrister. I use him for some of my most complex and sensitive cases. I trust him and his judgment implicitly. Being made a KC seems to have elevated his performance even further.

Kate Wilkinson KC

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