Members of 187 Chambers are recognised for their ‘great strength and depth’ in tackling complex and high-profile criminal matters, including homicide, drug trafficking, and organised crime. Richard Christie KC, whose ’attention to detail and hard work are second to none’, is highly regarded for his expertise across the full spectrum of criminal law. He is particularly praised for ‘leaving no stone unturned in fighting for his clients’. Peter Guest recently secured an acquittal for a teenager charged with attempted murder in a case involving a stabbing incident. Neil Fitzgibbon continues to build on his strong track record, regularly defending clients in a wide range of serious criminal cases.
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Peter Guest is a highly respected and experienced barrister, specialising in serious criminal law, regulatory law, and fraud & financial crime.
Recognised as a leading junior in fraud by Legal 500, Peter has built a reputation for his expertise in complex and high-stakes cases.
In serious criminal law, Peter handles a broad range of cases, including murder, firearms offenses, drug conspiracies, and serious sexual offenses. He has significant experience with historic sexual offenses and is particularly skilled in working with vulnerable defendants and witnesses, including those facing mental health challenges. Peter is frequently instructed as leading counsel on these demanding cases.
Peter’s expertise in fraud and financial crime spans both corporate and individual clients, advising on matters related to money laundering, fraud, corruption, and bribery. His experience includes defending clients against investigations by the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
In the regulatory field, Peter has represented clients in a variety of cases, including those involving the Environment Agency, a rugby union manager at a RFU disciplinary tribunal, and a defendant accused of polluting South Wales’ main water reserve.
Additionally, Peter is a recognised authority on confiscation and cash forfeiture under the Proceeds of Crime Act, providing expert counsel in this highly specialised area.
Languages
French
Memberships
Criminal Bar Association
South-Eastern Circuit
Education
Awards, Qualifications & Other:
Assistant Recorder – 1999
Recorder – 2000
Authorised to try serious sexual offences.
Direct Access:
Peter Guest is approved to accept instructions direct from international and UK
clients on a direct access basis, without the need for a solicitor intermediary in
appropriate cases.
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- 'The clerks are excellent, particularly Steve Wright and Tom Parker.'
- 'The clerks are down to earth. Steph Shaylor and Theresa Tyler are hands-on and do everything to accommodate cases.'
- 'Theresa Tyler and Steph Shaylor are highly professional and easy to work with.'
- 'Clerks are very straightforward and helpful, always clear in what work they can and cannot assist with.'
- '187 Chambers is an amazing criminal set known for its wealth of barristers, who deal with different cases.' '187 Chambers comprises highly skilled and dedicated criminal defence barristers, who are approachable and easy to work with in this challenging area of law.'
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