Ms Leila Gaskin > Crucible Chambers > LONDON, England > Barrister Profile
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Ms Leila Gaskin
Work Department
Leila Gaskin is a leading barrister in her field. She both prosecutes and defends in the most serious and complex criminal cases. She specialises in, and is recognised for, her work both in crime and fraud and was awarded junior barrister of the year by the Legal 500 directory in 2020.
Position
Leila Gaskin is a leading barrister in her field. She both prosecutes and defends in the most serious and complex criminal cases. She specialises in, and is recognised for, her work both in crime and fraud and was awarded junior barrister of the year by the Legal 500 directory in 2020. Leila is instructed by the CPS Organised Crime Division, Specialist Fraud Division (currently on behalf of HMRC and MHRA) and the CPS Proceeds of Crime Division, as well as being instructed in private prosecutions.
Defending, she conducts complex and lengthy cases on behalf of defence solicitors managing cases from the outset and on through the various stages of court proceedings.
Her practice is complimented by both prosecuting and defending. She has defended in lengthy and complex cases throughout her career and is known for her meticulous approach and dedication to each and every case.
Career
Leila Gaskin is a leading barrister in her field. She both prosecutes and defends in the most serious and complex criminal cases. She specialises in, and is recognised for, her work both in crime and fraud and was awarded junior barrister of the year by the Legal 500 directory in 2020. Leila is instructed by the CPS Organised Crime Division, Specialist Fraud Division (currently on behalf of HMRC and MHRA) and the CPS Proceeds of Crime Division, as well as being instructed in private prosecutions.
Defending, she conducts complex and lengthy cases on behalf of defence solicitors managing cases from the outset and on through the various stages of court proceedings.
Her practice is complimented by both prosecuting and defending. She has defended in lengthy and complex cases throughout her career and is known for her meticulous approach and dedication to each and every case.
Memberships
- Criminal Bar Association
- South Eastern Circuit
- Public Access Bar Association
Lawyer Rankings
London Bar > Crime
(Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 2Leila Gaskin – Crucible Chambers ‘Leila cannot be faulted as an advocate, a lawyer or a human being. She is truly a class act. She is hard-working and tenacious but utterly charming, elegant and amusing. Her advocacy is elegant and compelling in equal measure.’
London Bar > Fraud: crime
(Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 2Leila Gaskin – Crucible Chambers ‘A methodical and highly focused junior.’