Park Square Barristers

Criminal

Michael Collins is not only a “tenacious and effective advocate he is a master tactician.”

He is ranked by Chambers & Partners (2025) and has built an extensive and impressive criminal practice undertaking work of the highest complexity and gravity.

With 28 years of experience, Michael's knowledge of the North Eastern Circuit is comprehensive, and he can communicate to lay clients and legal professionals what that means for them, wherever they may come from.

Ranked by Chambers & Partners (2025), Michael has demonstrated his excellence in dealing with the full range of criminal offences, including

• Homicide and other non-fatal offences against the person
• Rape and other serious sexual offences
• Fatal traffic offences (death by dangerous or careless driving etc)
• Firearms
• Drug trafficking
• Fraud

Michael is one of the North Eastern Circuit's most respected advocates. He is also an experienced and talented Advocacy Trainer who has trained countless barristers and those training for the Bar.

He is responsible for Recruitment at Park Square Barristers.

Michael has, over the last 28 years, established his reputation as both a defender and prosecutor (Grade 4 RASSO accredited) in the most serious criminal cases.

He also accepts private-client instructions, from those who value not just superlative court-room advocacy, but personal, emotional and practical support.

Michael's care for his clients is exemplary, ensuring that they and their families are aware during every step of the court process what is happening, why, and what the possible outcomes might be.

His knowledge of the North Eastern Circuit extends to the support organisations, local expert report writers and other assets within the area. Consequently, clients and their families can access every assistance as they navigate the Criminal Justice System.

Before he was called to the Bar, Michael enjoyed a commercial career outside of law which helped develop an unusually deep understanding of human motivations.

He understands that every accused person is different, and must be cared for as they would wish, and with the utmost care. At the same time, he is a wise tactician, admired for his case preparation, his cross-examinations and persuasive closing arguments.

Enjoying the respect of his fellow barristers and the Circuit's judges, Michael understands the local legal atmosphere and the culture of its juries. He is an experienced, talented and well-respected advocate.

Call 1998

Appointments: Grade 4 Prosecutor

RASSO panel

1991 Nottingham Polytechnic, LLB Law

1998 Nottingham Law School, BVC ("Very Competent")