Park Square Barristers

Crime, Regulatory

Crime

Dan successfully completed his pupillage under the supervision of Victoria Lamballe before becoming a tenant in March 2025. He regularly prosecutes and defends a wide range of criminal matters in the Crown Court, Magistrates' Court and Youth Court. Dan's Crown Court practice spans sentencing hearings, appeals from the lower courts, Newton hearings, and final POCA hearings. He also has a strong track record in the Magistrates' Court, where he has successfully represented both the prosecution and defence in numerous trials.

Known for his meticulous preparation and composed advocacy, Dan has been commended by judges, solicitors, and fellow advocates for his calm presence under pressure. His diverse background fuels his distinctive approach to the law: before being called to the Bar, Dan worked as a documentary photographer covering human rights issues worldwide and founded or co-founded ventures including a record label, a wilderness immersion booking platform, and a hospitality business.

Whether representing clients in court or providing advice, Dan's resourcefulness, entrepreneurial drive, and personable demeanour define his practice. He combines solid legal expertise with agility and creativity gained from his career before the Bar, offering clients a tenacious blend of professionalism, adaptability and determination.

Regulatory & Public

During his first six, Dan observed inquest hearings in the Coroner's Court, including an inquest over the death of an individual in care and a separate inquest over the death of an individual in prison. In second-six, Dan successfully defended a prosecution brought by Durham County Council against individuals for alleged fishing byelaw violations, securing an acquittal for the defendant. He is available to accept instructions in public and regulatory matters. He is also happy to discuss pro-bono opportunities.

Year of Call 2024

2015-2023 - Documentary Photographer

2018-Present - Partner & Development Strategist

2021-Present - Founder and CEO of "Nowhere & North"

2015-2016 - Manager at Spiritual Records (Indie Record Label)

2016-2017 - Marketing and Communications at LandLife Co. (Conservation Startup)

French (Converstational) Dutch (Basic) Swedish (Basic)

Honourable Society of Middle Temple Inn

Criminal Bar Association

Human Rights Lawyers Association

Defence Extradition Lawyers Forum

Bar Human Rights Committee

2013 - University of Liverpool BSc (Hons) Physical Geography

2014 - London School of Economics MSc Human Rights

2020 - BPP Law School Graduate (GDL)

2024 - University of Law Bar Practice Course Very Competent