Crime (general and fraud)

Leading Juniors

Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.

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Julia Cox
30 Park Place Chambers
‘Julia is very hardworking and diligent. She has a very good manner with clients, especially young defendants.’
1
Nigel Fryer
30 Park Place Chambers
1
John Ryan
Apex Chambers
'John is a powerful and effective advocate. His strength lies in giving clear and concise advice in difficult circumstances. He has an eye for detail and will often consider new and effective ways of approaching a case to help achieve a positive outcome.'
1
Owen Williams
9 Park Place
‘Owen is the go-to barrister for high-end criminal defence. He has a great grasp of detail and an excellent working relationship.’
1
Heath Edwards
9 Park Place
‘Heath is an excellent advocate. He can put clients at ease, regardless of their background and provide insightful advice. On his feet, he is unflappable.’
1
Denise Fitzpatrick
Linenhall Chambers
‘Denise is extremely thorough in her preparation and approach to the case. She is approachable and always willing to assist with difficult questions or points of law.‘
1
Anna Pope
Linenhall Chambers
'Anna works incredibly hard and is calm yet forceful in court.'
1
Lee Reynolds
Apex Chambers
'Lee is an experienced advocate who is knowledgeable, always well-prepared, and assuredly presents the case. He presents his case with tact yet also with firmness.'
1
Simon Rogers
Linenhall Chambers
‘Simon is an exceptional criminal barrister.’
2
Matthew Cobbe
9 Park Place
'Matthew is very well respected. He is very responsive and well-organised, knowing the ins and outs of his cases.'
2
James Coutts
Linenhall Chambers
2
Peter Donnison
30 Park Place Chambers
‘Peter is very experienced and willing to take on all matters. He is extremely fair and compassionate with clients and understands their needs.’
2
Nicholas Gedge
Apex Chambers
'Nicholas is an excellent advocate who has infinite patience and engages well with clients and those instructing.'
2
Helen Randall
Iscoed Chambers
2
Ryan Rothwell
Linenhall Chambers
‘Ryan always ensures clients understand the offences and proceedings. He is very good with clients who are vulnerable and have learning difficulties. He tailors his language to suit the individual and takes the time to listen to their concerns.’
2
Jade Tufail
Linenhall Chambers
2
Frances Willmott
Linenhall Chambers
‘Frances is a talented and thorough trial advocate. She has a reassuringly calm approach in court.’  
3
Emma Harris
30 Park Place Chambers
‘Emma's meticulous attention to detail translates into her approach. She is organised and reliable.’
3
Andrew Kendall
Apex Chambers
'Andrew is an excellent advocate and is on top of the brief at all times. His manner and interpersonal skills are also fantastic.'
3
Matthew Roberts
9 Park Place
'Matthew is a silk-worthy advocate. His logical submissions hold the attention of the jury and respect of the judiciary.'
3
Hashim Salmman
Apex Chambers
'Hashim's case preparation is meticulous. He has an innate ability to assimilate masses of material in complex cases to get to the crux of what is required. His manner with lay clients and those who instruct him is excellent, which inspires confidence.'
3
Ruth Smith
Apex Chambers
'Ruth is professional, experienced, knowledgeable and personable. She is of great assistance when fully preparing cases for trial. She can build an amazing rapport with the client, which assists in the smooth running of the case.'
3
William Bebb
30 Park Place Chambers
‘William is an excellent communicator. He can empathise with those who are in the criminal justice system and he can also communicate eloquently in court so clients feel that their story has been told. Nothing is too much trouble for him and his ability to make those around him feel at ease is a gift that few possess. He is a rising star and his qualities will mean he will go far.’
3
Daniel Jones
30 Park Place Chambers
‘Daniel has an attractive style in both written and oral advocacy. His oral and written submissions are clear, precise and succinct.’
3
Matthew Paul
Civitas Law
3
Clare Wilks
Apex Chambers
'Clare has a calmness in everything she does. She is a go-to barrister for cases where a subtle and effective approach is required. She has a collaborative approach to case preparation.'
3
Ember-Jade Wong
Linenhall Chambers
‘Ember is logical and methodical in her work, accepting briefs on various cases, from a simple case with one clear issue to more complicated and convoluted. She takes everything in her stride and is unwavering in doing so.’

Rising stars

Rising stars at the Bar are defined as barristers between four and eight years’ call who are seen as up-and-coming members of the Bar in their respective practice areas by clients and peers alike. They will already be instructed in high-profile, complex, and high-value contentious and non-contentious matters, working with and opposite more experienced leading counsel.

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Amy Edwards
Linenhall Chambers
'Amy is a warm and personable advocate who can establish rapport with clients quickly. She is proactive and capable.'
1
Joshua Gorst
Linenhall Chambers
'Joshua demonstrates exceptional thoroughness. He is very knowledgeable.'
1
Martha Smith-Higgins
Apex Chambers
'Martha is a superb advocate. She is bright, diligent and compassionate. She is as adept with technical points before judges as she is sensitive with handling juries.'
1
Laura Knightly
Linenhall Chambers
'Laura is extremely thorough in her preparation of cases. She is an excellent advocate.'
1
Tom McLoughlin
Linenhall Chambers
'Tom has an excellent rapport and manner with clients. He prepares cases extremely thoroughly and has an attractive manner when making submissions to the court.'