Caroline Rees KC
‘Caroline is an excellent lawyer who works superbly with professional and lay clients alike. She is meticulously prepared, thorough, and outstanding in her client care.’
30 Park Place Chambers is widely praised for its ‘incredibly strong criminal team’, with members demonstrating well-established expertise across the full spectrum of criminal law. ’Brilliant and astute advocate’ Caroline Rees KC, known for her ‘forensic cross-examination’, represented the CPS in a tragic homicide case where a mother was accused of killing her child in the presence of another. Nigel Fryer is currently prosecuting four defendants in a multi-million pounds county lines cannabis conspiracy trial. Julia Cox, recognised for her ’relentless work ethic‘, regularly defends in proceedings involving allegations of serious sexual offences. Peter Donnison is currently representing one of the defendants in a multi-handed murder trial and is commended for ’providing an excellent case strategy’.
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- 'Emma Haines and Laura Macpherson are both very easy to deal with, provide a high level of service and are incredible at what they do.'
- 'Laura Macpherson is extremely thorough and prompt with responses and answering queries. All clerks are approachable, friendly and professional. They go above and beyond to ensure the needs of solicitors and clients are met.'
- 'Emma Haines goes the extra mile to ensure counsel is available for all levels of cases.'
- '30 Park Place Chambers has an excellent reputation as a leading lawyer at the criminal bar.'
- '30 Park Place Chambers is a fantastic organisation that provides a high level of service.'
- '30 Park Place Chambers is a good set.'
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.
2024 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.
Andrew Jones KC
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.
Julia Cox
‘Julia is very hardworking and diligent. She has a very good manner with clients, especially young defendants.’
Nigel Fryer
Peter Donnison
‘Peter is very experienced and willing to take on all matters. He is extremely fair and compassionate with clients and understands their needs.’
William Bebb
‘William is an excellent communicator. He can empathise with those who are in the criminal justice system and he can also communicate eloquently in court so clients feel that their story has been told. Nothing is too much trouble for him and his ability to make those around him feel at ease is a gift that few possess. He is a rising star and his qualities will mean he will go far.’
Emma Harris
‘Emma's meticulous attention to detail translates into her approach. She is organised and reliable.’
Daniel Jones
‘Daniel has an attractive style in both written and oral advocacy. His oral and written submissions are clear, precise and succinct.’