Simon Csoka KC
Such a command of the most complex issues in criminal law. Invariably, the first choice for heavyweight criminal defense, which requires innovative legal argument.
Libertas Chambers
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Libertas Chambers continues to undertake serious and high-profile criminal work, particularly in cases involving terrorism and organised crime. Gerard Hillman KC acted in a terrorism-related prosecution involving allegations of extremist material published on Telegram by an autistic teenage defendant, raising difficult issues surrounding fitness to plead and trial of fact. Simon Csoka KC represented the defendant twho entered a guilty plea to driving a vehicle into a crowd at Liverpool FC's 2024-25 Premier League victory parade, injuring over 130 people. Sarah Day acted in a substantial human trafficking conspiracy involving allegations of transporting migrants across Europe, with extensive translated evidence, covert recordings, and a Newton hearing concerning the scale and profitability of the operation.
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Testimonials
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- Libertas is a nationally leading white-collar and criminal set that punches above its weight and deserves top recognition. Marc King is a truly remarkable figure among criminal clerks. He is agile, responsive, and understands what is needed in a case such that his recommendations are well received. He leads an excellent team of counsel and practice administrators.
- Libertas is a fantastic criminal set with high-caliber criminal barristers.
Lawyers
Leading Silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
Adam Kane KC
A confident approach to jury work.
M. Ayaz Qazi KC
2025 Silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
Gerard Hillman KC
Gerard is phenomenal on his feet, great in trial, and superb at cross-examination.
Oliver Cook KC
He is very hardworking, and his experience in complex cases is second to none.
Leading Juniors
Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
Matthew Lawson
A thoroughly diligent and detail-oriented advocate, Matt is excellent in white-collar and serious crime cases. We have worked with him only on cases of complexity, and each time he has utilized exceptional skills to get the right result. He is great on the law and knows how to read the tribunal.
Sarah Day
Both compassionate and practical. A perfect combination in some of the most sensitive criminal defense work.
Gulam Ahmed
An incredibly hard-working junior. The hours he puts in day and night are incomparable.
Jon Anders