Fraud: crime

Doughty Street Chambers

Doughty Street Chambers is 'a reliable, dependable set, full of bright and driven barristers', with a solid track record in handling large-scale, often cross-border, fraud cases. Richard Thomas KC garners praise for being 'a pre-eminent fraud barrister', and Benjamin Newton KC brings extensive experience in advising on complex money laundering and conspiracy to defraud matters. Philippa Eastwood is well versed in representing corporates and individuals in cases involving alleged money laundering. In a boost to the senior end of chambers, Peter Caldwell KC took silk in March 2025.

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Testimonials

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'Matt Butchard is a really excellent clerk.'
'Chloe Cousins is very efficient.'

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.

2

Richard Fisher KC

‘A brilliant strategist and a very safe pair of hands in the court room.'

2

Richard Thomas KC

‘He has a top-tier legal mind combined with unmatched intellect and professionalism.’

3

Benjamin Newton KC

‘A titan of tactical decisions.'

4

Jonathan Lennon KC

‘He is exceptional with clients.'

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.

1

Peter Caldwell KC

‘Peter is an extremely able barrister, who provides excellent advice to clients coupled with smooth advocacy.'

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.