Members | Carmelite Chambers

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Internationally recognised as a leading practitioner in fraud and financial crime. ‘An extraordinary intellect and a magnificent advocate... Brilliant and charming in the courtroom… His paperwork is second to none’.

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Charles Bott QC

Call: 1979

Silk: 2008

Andrew exclusively defends in complicated, serious and difficult cases including alleged homicide, organised crime, drugs, firearms, fraud, money laundering and sexual misconduct.

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Call: 1992

An astute and impressive courtroom tactician with impeccable strategic judgment, Colin Aylott QC is a leader across all of the fields he practices in.

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Colin Aylott QC

Call: 1989

Silk: 2017

A diligent and persuasive advocate that defends in all of serious and complex domestic crime, with a developing practice in international crime.

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Peta-Louise Bagott

Call: 2011

A senior and established leading advocate at the Criminal Bar and founder member of Carmelite Chambers

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Call: 1995

A talented, compelling and personable advocate with a broad range of experience and expertise in criminal law.

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Call: 2013

A persuasive and personable advocate with experience in a broad range of criminal law.

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Call: 2013

Specialist in defending allegations of serious and complex crime particularly the international trafficking of drugs and firearms and high value fraud.

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Call: 2004

Recognised in Chambers and Partners as a leading defence practitioner in organised crime and fraud.

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Call: 1972

Recognised in Chambers & Partners Guide to the Bar 2020 as “at the top of his game and a silk that no other barrister wants to face in court."

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Call: 1991

Silk: 2011

A committed and persuasive advocate with broad experience in all areas of criminal defence, as well as in international criminal law.

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Call: 2014

Successful in some of the most difficult cases and a natural jury advocate

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Call: 2008

“Unmissable in the courtroom and held in high esteem amongst other counsel. William never ceases to amaze the jury or his clients with his quick wit and charismatic approach." Chambers and Partners 2020.

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William England

Call: 1990

“A magnificent advocate”, described as “highly intelligent”, “top quality when it comes to paperwork” and “wonderful with clients”.

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Richard Furlong

Call: 1994

Specialises in leading for the defence in the most serious and complex criminal trials and appeals, often with an international element.

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Felicity Gerry QC

Call: 1994

Silk: 2014

Recognised in Chambers and Partners as a Criminal Defence Advocate who ‘Takes every proper point and fights the whole way’.

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Siobhan Grey QC

Call: 1994

Silk: 2016

She is held in high regard by clients and solicitors and is respected by judges and her peers for her experience and fine judgment.

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Isabelle Gillard

Call: 1980

Criminal defence specialist frequently praised by defendants for his careful and thorough assistance.

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Call: 1993

Described by the Recorder of Warwick, HHJ Lockhart QC, as “a true surgeon of the
Bar”

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Call: 1989

"An outstanding advocate with a wealth of experience” in criminal defence and regulatory work, “he is absolutely top drawer and gets results."

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Mark Harries QC

Call: 1995

Silk: 2019

An established and impressive criminal defence specialist.

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Call: 2005

‘Very hardworking and popular’ with a ‘razor-sharp intelligence’ (Legal 500 2020)

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Chris Henley QC

Call: 1989

Silk: 2015

Recognised in both Chambers & Partners and Legal 500 for many years, Gerard continues to be instructed in high profile leading junior work.

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Call: 1999

Experienced junior with a reputation among his peers for his hard work and approachable manner

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Call: 2007

Equally comfortable defending in sensitive sexual allegations as in complex fraud cases

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Call: 2005

Recognised in Chambers & Partners as a leading junior in all areas of financial and organised crime.

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Call: 1989

A diligent lawyer. A cerebral tactician. A fearless jury advocate.

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Call: 1998

A leading Silk in fraud – “he is very good in Court” (Chambers & Partners).

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Call: 1993

Silk: 2015

A conscientious defence advocate with a wide-ranging practice in criminal law

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Call: 2013

Currently engaged in the representation of the former Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands in criminal proceedings.

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Call: 1989

Ranked as a Leading Silk in Crime

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Call: 1986

Silk: 2009

A great courtroom presence, real charm, and an enviable track record of success as a defence jury advocate.

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Call: 1973

Ranked as a QC in 'the Legal 500' 2020 and in 'Chambers UK Bar' 2020. Recommended as a QC and 'a leader in his field' Chambers and Partners 2019.

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Nigel Lambert QC

Call: 1974

Silk: 1999

Experienced as both a Junior and Leader in fraud, confiscation, and organised crime

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Call: 1995

"Capable of grasping issues at short notice despite voluminous and complex obstacles… His easy-going manner makes him popular with clients and juries. This is backed up with real determination and exceptional knowledge of POCA." (Chambers & Partners)

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Jonathan Lennon

Call: 1997

A diligent and pragmatic advocate with excellent client care.

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Call: 2017

A formidable advocate highly regarded for her meticulous case preparation, tactical and strategic thinking and courtroom skills.

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Roxanne Morrell

Call: 1996

Concentrates on a strong commercial and chancery practice.

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Hugh O'Donaghue

Call: 2004

Frequently instructed as a leading junior in cases of complexity and weight. His practice encompasses heavy fraud and allegations of gravity such as murder, terrorism, rape and serious violence.

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Call: 1996

Experienced leading junior in all areas of criminal defence

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Call: 1993

An exemplary and tenacious advocate, known for her empathy with clients.

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Call: 2001

Highly experienced defence counsel with particular expertise in serious sexual offences and organised crime

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Call: 1997

A measured, eloquent and persuasive advocate with a balanced practice in criminal defence.

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Alexandra Scott

Call: 2010

A specialist criminal defence advocate with particular expertise in all areas of serious and complex crime.

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Leonard Smith QC

Call: 1986

Silk: 2008

A well-established criminal defence practitioner with an excellent reputation for her thorough preparation, client care and persuasive advocacy.

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Call: 1999

An experienced leading junior who combines a forensic approach to case preparation alongside excellent client care.

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Call: 1988

Praised by clients as an “exceptional advocate” who is “tactically very astute”. He has a strong defence practice with expertise of over 20 years defending in serious fraud and heavy organised crime.

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Call: 1996

Recognised as a specialist in financial and reputational disputes where there is the potential for dual criminal and civil liability.

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John Carl Townsend

Call: 2006

Country-wide practice in all areas of serious crime. A specialist in criminal defence with over 40 years of experience.

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Call: 1977

Acts exclusively for the defence in multi-handed drug and violent crime cases.

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Call: 1990

Highly regarded criminal defence specialist: approachable, dependable and fearless in his desire to seek the best interests of his clients.

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Call: 1994

Defence Junior, specialising in Financial Crime.

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Call: 2011

A dedicated and incisive advocate with a practice including serious fraud, drug, and violent offences, with experience in confiscation and prison law matters.

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Sebastian Winnett

Call: 2011