Crime (general and fraud)

Leading Silks
2025 Silks
2026 Silks

Leading Silks

KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.

Kate Blackwell KC

Lincoln House Chambers

Kate is the silk I recommend to my clients when everything is on the line. When they want the very best, her name is often first off my lips. She never disappoints. Juries love her and judges respect her. If I needed a silk, it's who I would hire. I've been in this game for over two decades and know almost everyone; she is No. 1.

Simon Csoka KC

Lincoln House Chambers

Simon is absolutely brilliant - a silk at the top of his game. A wonderful advocate who captures the jury's attention, and a barrister who gets exceptional results. Clients absolutely love Simon and his huge intellect. He is quite simply one of the best around.

Nicholas Johnson KC

7 Harrington Street

Nicholas is highly intelligent, experienced, always completely prepared, and above all, hugely jury-friendly. One of the advocates of his generation.

John Jones KC

Exchange Chambers

He is an excellent advocate who is always thoroughly prepared, calm, and persuasive. His submissions are clear, well-structured, and focused on the issues that matter, and he is particularly effective in cross-examination, combining firmness with courtesy. He works well with solicitors, is responsive and approachable, and provides practical, well-reasoned advice. Attention to detail is second to none.

Alexander Leach KC

Lincoln House Chambers

Richard Littler KC

Exchange Chambers

His personal approach to the jury is remarkable. He really gets into the minds of the jury and makes them think in a down-to-earth and common-sense manner. Richard Littler KC knows exactly what it takes to get the ordinary person to sit and listen carefully to everything he wants to convey. He is almost unique in his brilliant approach to juries. It is why he wins so many trials.

Benjamin Myers KC

Exchange Chambers

David Temkin KC

Exchange Chambers

Andrew Thomas KC

Lincoln House Chambers

1

Nina Grahame KC

Garden Court North Chambers

Siobhan Grey KC

18 St John Street Chambers

John Harrison KC

Lincoln House Chambers

Nigel Power KC

7 Harrington Street

Richard Pratt KC

7 Harrington Street

Imran Shafi KC

Exchange Chambers

Imran Shafi KC has a most delightful, easy-going jury manner. He puts everyone at ease in court but quietly makes his case well heard. A good operator in homicide work.

2

Michael Hayton KC

Deans Court Chambers

William Baker KC

Lincoln House Chambers

3

Michael Brady KC

7 Harrington Street

Brenda Campbell KC

Lincoln House Chambers

Andrew Ford KC

7 Harrington Street

Mark Ford KC

Lincoln House Chambers

Mark Ford KC is one of the few barristers who can really turn a hopeless case into a winner. His cross-examination is world-class and his speeches hold the jury's full attention. Clients love him and trust his judgment completely.

Peter Glenser KC

7 Harrington Street

Mr. Glenser is completely professional and a great jury advocate. He works extremely hard on cases and is a great team player. As a highly experienced criminal defense barrister, he is both charming and persuasive in equal measure.

Abdul Iqbal KC

Lincoln House Chambers

Martin Reid KC

7 Harrington Street

Mark Rhind KC

Exchange Chambers

Tim Storrie KC

Lincoln House Chambers

Tim Storrie KC is an advocate of outstanding intellectual ability. His considerable intelligence is a huge asset in any case. He sees arguments that others cannot conceive of and is heavily relied upon by the judiciary for his knowledge and insight. His capacity to understand and then distill the complexities of a case into terms a jury can understand is hugely impressive. He handles work of extreme sensitivity with a kindness and humanity that juries find accessible and impressive in equal measure. He is a superb silk.

3

Iain Simkin KC

Deans Court Chambers

2025 Silks

KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.

Richard English KC

Lincoln House Chambers

'Richard is a strong advocate who has a keen eye for detail and is meticulous in his preparation.'

2026 Silks

KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.

1

Vanessa Thomson KC

Nine Chambers