187 Chambers

Donal Lawler is a highly respected specialist in general crime, fraud & financial crime and trading standards.

Ranked as a leading junior in crime by the legal directories, Donal has a broad practice encompassing both prosecution and defence work, where he is instructed as a leading and led junior, in a variety of serious criminal cases.

His expertise spans a wide range of criminal offenses, including murder, drug conspiracies, serious organized crime, sexual assault, firearms offenses, and serious violence. Donal is also well-versed in complex fraud cases, bribery and corruption, money laundering, and asset recovery under the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA).

Donal is known for his meticulous attention to detail, thorough preparation, and tenacity in every case he handles. He is particularly skilled in working with vulnerable clients, ensuring they receive the highest level of care and legal protection throughout the judicial process.

Before coming to the Bar, Donal had a successful career in Business and IT Consulting, a background that gives him a unique perspective and sharp problem-solving skills that he applies to his legal work.

Criminal Bar Association; South Eastern Circuit; Liberty.

University of York (BA Hons English and Related Literature); The College of Law, London (LLB, BVC).