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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’.

"A leader in his field." Ranked as a QC in "Chambers UK Bar 2021". Recognised for his detailed preparation and the impressive speed at which it is done.

Ranked as a Leading Silk in Crime. Recommended in the 2021 edition of Legal 500 for his defence in multi-handed Murder cases.

Highly regarded and experienced Criminal Silk instructed in all aspects of both defence and prosecution case work and advocacy.

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

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

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

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

A nationwide practice covering all areas of crime including courts martial and professional disciplinary matters.

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

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

"A force of nature." "He's very shrewd, good with clients and a fine cross-examiner." "An exceptionally bright and extremely hard-working barrister." (C&P 2021)

An experienced leading junior who combines exceptional client relationships with careful and detailed case preparation.

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

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

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.

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

An advocate described by Criminal Law and Justice Weekly as “masterful” and by the Guardian as “deft and subtle”.

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

Concentrates on a strong commercial and chancery practice.

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

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

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

An intelligent, measured and persuasive criminal defence advocate.

Defence Junior, specialising in financial crime.

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

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

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

A diligent advocate with a wide-ranging practice in criminal law.

A composed and capable advocate with significant professional discipline and criminal experience well beyond his call.

A diligent and pragmatic advocate with excellent client care.

An approachable and conscientious advocate with a steadfast commitment to the wellbeing of his clients

A tenacious advocate ready to fight every corner for his clients.

Chloe Birch (Working Pupil)

Vanessa Reid (Working Pupil)

Silas Lee (Pupil)

Anthony James (Pupil)