Michael Skelley > Red Lion Chambers > London, England > Barrister Profile

Red Lion Chambers
18 RED LION COURT
LONDON
EC4A 3EB
England

Position

Michael Skelley has established a reputation as an accomplished jury advocate defending a broad spectrum of Crime work.

Michael brings commitment and careful analysis to all of his cases, seeking to develop the right tactical approach. His aim is always to bring a case to life for the jury, identifying the features which are most likely to lead to an acquittal.

He believes in establishing a rapport with his client, and a bond of professional trust with his instructing solicitors. He also tries to bring sensitivity and support to the families of his clients. He offers a track record of hard work, meticulous preparation, perceptive analysis and high quality, thoughtful advocacy.

Over recent years Michael has increasingly been asked to represent clients on a private basis. Michael is ranked in the Legal 500 (2019) Seriously good: a conscientious, diligent, measured and persuasive advocate.

Career

Year of call: 1991

Inn: Inner Temple

Memberships

Criminal Bar Association

Education

University of Oxford, Trinity College – MA Jurisprudence

Lawyer Rankings

London Bar > Crime

(Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 3

Michael Skelley – Red Lion Chambers ‘Michael is extremely intelligent and an incredibly deep-thinker. He is very client-friendly and always one or several steps ahead of the prosecution. In advocacy, he is persuasive by being quietly, sensibly, persuasive.’