St John's Buildings

Crime
Regulatory
Inquests
Public/Administrative

Richard specialises in prosecuting and defending serious and complex crime. Ranked consistently in the Legal 500 as a leading individual in crime he has been described as a barrister who “excels as an advocate”, has “great understanding of the law”, and “instils confidence in his clients”.

In recent years his practice has largely comprised:

• Murder (gangland, joint enterprise, domestic, and complex medical)
• Manslaughter
• Serious organised crime (drug trafficking and firearms)
• Fatal road traffic collisions
• Serious sexual offences.

He is widely recognised for his meticulous preparation, the high standards of his oral and written advocacy, and his straightforward, personable approach.

• Queen’s Counsel (2022)
• Secretary of the North Eastern Circuit (2020-2022)
• Advocacy Trainer (2019)
• Recorder (2018)
• CPS Level 4 Prosecutor (2013-2022)
• Junior of the North Eastern Circuit (2013)
• Pupil Supervisor (2011)
• Attorney-General’s Junior Counsel to the Crown (2007-2017)
• Called to the Bar (2002)