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Mahesh Karu is a dynamic and highly sought-after junior barrister specialising in serious crime and complex financial investigations. He is regularly instructed in cases involving murder, large-scale fraud, drugs conspiracies, modern slavery, and offences under the Companies Act. His criminal defence practice is complemented by specialist advisory roles with HMRC, the Bank of England, and the National Crime Agency.

Known for his ability beyond his call, Mahesh is frequently led by King’s Counsel in major cases and has an outstanding record in trials involving complex disclosure, expert evidence, and multiple defendants. He is currently assisting the NCA in a major investigation and provides early-stage strategic advice in cases with millions in alleged fraud losses. His trial work includes major acquittals in cases involving drugs, human trafficking, and breaches of trust in high-security environments.

Year of Call: 2016

CPS Advocate Panel Member, Level 3

Specialist Regulatory Advocates in Health and Safety and Environmental Law, Panel B Fraud Lawyers Association

BSc Physics, King's College London Graduate Diploma in Law, University of Law BPTC, City University, London