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All Terrorism Drugs Human Trafficking & Modern Slavery Proceeds of Crime (Confiscation & Asset Recovery) Private Prosecutions Health & Safety Regulatory Inquests

Murder & Manslaughter Rape & Serious Sexual Offences Violence Fraud & Complex Fraud Disciplinary & Professional Misconduct Road Traffic Organised Crime Appellate Work

Peter
Joyce KC

Taking silk in 1991 Peter has been involved in many of the most high profile and prolific cases in the East Midlands.

Balraj
Bhatia KC

Balraj ‘Baz’ Bhatia KC has been a specialist practitioner in crime for nearly 40 years. He has been instructed almost exclusively in high profile and heavy weight criminal defence cases.

Errol
Ballentyne

Errol is a well respected member of the Bar and is often chosen when a degree of tact and diplomacy is needed.

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Sue
Rodham

‘Very knowledgeable, with an amazing client manner – someone you want on your side.’ Legal 500 - 2019

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Richard
Thatcher

Richard has practised solely in crime for 30 years. He both defends and prosecutes serious matters, in particular, violence, drug trafficking and sexual offences, often in cases with young and vulnerable witnesses.

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Phil
Gibbs

Phil was called to the Bar in 1991 and has practised in crime ever since.

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Andy
Peet

Andy acts as prosecuting counsel across a range of disciplines. He has defended in cases of Homicide, high level drug trafficking and Fraud. Primarily, his practise focusses on the prosecution of multi-handed cases, often as leading counsel.

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Ben
Gow

Ben was called to the Bar in 1994. His practice results in him appearing primarily in the Crown Courts of the Midlands and Oxford circuit, and the Court of Appeal.

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Steven
Gosnell

Steven has a well-established practice which encompasses defending in the most serious and complex cases.

Mark
Achurch

Mark prosecutes the most serious cases concerning the young, vulnerable and those with learning difficulties.

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Gary
Short

Gary has a busy Crown Court practice consisting of sex, drugs, fraud and violence. His meticulous preparation combined with his direct approach and vast jury trial experience make him a highly effective advocate.

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Tony
Stanford

Tony is a highly regarded practitioner who has a wide breadth of experience of cases involving serious crime.

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James
Varley

James defends and prosecutes cases of all types, including allegations of serious violence, drugs, fraud, rape and sexual assault.

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Abi
Joyce

Abi prosecutes and defends in a broad spectrum of cases in the Crown Courts across the Midlands. She is a Grade 4 prosecutor.

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Fergus
Malone

Fergus is a leading barrister in serious crime. He is an outstanding jury advocate; juries love him.

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Phillip
Plant

Phillip prosecutes and defends a wide range of cases all over the East Midlands.

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Sarah
Phelan

Sarah prosecutes and defends in rape and serious sexual offences, offences of violence including firearms offences and drug conspiracies.

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Alex
Wolfson

Having pursued a successful career "in-house" with the CPS Alex brings all that experience to the independent bar.

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Esther
Harrison

Esther has extensive experience in prosecuting and defending cases involving historic sexual abuse, child cruelty and domestic abuse.

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Dominic
Shelley

Dom is a highly respected and experienced criminal barrister who defends in serious cases across the Crown Courts. Known for his courtroom presence, strategic case building, and compelling speeches to juries, Dom works tirelessly to secure not guilty verdicts. Solicitors and clients alike value his fearless advocacy, meticulous preparation, and absolute commitment to every case.

Lynsey
Knott

Lynsey brings a hard working, professional and approachable manner combined with a vast experience of cases involving vulnerable witnesses and clients.

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Catherine
Picardo

Catherine is a personable but tenacious advocate who is particularly adept at dealing with vulnerable and young witnesses.

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Victoria
Rose

Victoria is a highly experienced advocate, prosecuting and defending allegations of rape, sexual assault, serious violence, drugs cases and fatal driving cases.

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Lucky
Thandi

Commended for her commitment to each and every case, her excellent rapport with clients and ability to assimilate information at short notice, Lucky is a highly sought after advocate

Abigail
Hill

Abbi’s practice encompasses all areas of criminal prosecution and defence work including: violence, dishonesty, sexual offences, public disorder, drugs and driving offences.

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Pree
Brada

Pree has extensive experience in the full spectrum of criminal cases. She is known for her approachable manner, attention to detail and persuasive manner.

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Eunice
Gedzah

Eunice has a busy practice both prosecuting and defending in both the Magistrates’ and the Crown Court.

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Sinjin
Bulbring

Sinjin has a confidence and a maturity with his advocacy that is born out of his wide ranging legal experience and sporting interests.

Rawaid
Javed

Rawaid's naturalistic style, ability and capacity for hardwork are the bedrock of his advocacy.

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Luc
Chignell

As a keen cricketer and a choral scholar Luc brings stamina, attention to detail and a commitment to excellence that defines his busy practice.

Quiana
Fitzpatrick

Quiana brings a natural enthusiasm and capacity for hard work to her advocacy which allows her to furiously pursue her cases.

Serena
Varatharajah

Serena's gentle demeanour and approachable manner belie her sharp mind, quick wit and legal acumen, all of which she employs with great effect in her advocacy.

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Thomas
Welshman

Tom brings a thorough and detailed analysis of the law to all his cases which he couples with a subtly persuasive and very effective style.

Anthony
Cheung

Anthony was a Crown Advocate with the CPS, having undertaken his pupillage there, before joining Chambers. He brings that experience to his busy practice.

Devni
Kitulagoda

Devni brings a perceptive intelligence coupled with common sense to her cases, all of which she deploys with charm and sophistication.

Carrie-Ann
Garness

Carrie brings an attention to detail and a capacity for hard work to all her cases and the result is a busy practice across the East Midlands

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Annabel
Lenton

Annabel's natural style and poise, combined with her vivacious nature, makes her a highly talented, effective and persuasive advocate.

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Lauren
Fisher

Lauren has a wealth of experience defending all over the East Midlands and beyond.

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Megan
Morrison

Megan Morrison started her pupillage in May 2024 and is supervised by Fergus Malone.

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Louise
Howard

Louise Howard started her pupillage in October 2024 and is supervised by James Varley.

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Cairns
Nelson KC

"Cairns Nelson KC is a very charming individual who opponents, judges and juries alike warm to, but this bonhomie belies his tenacity and an acute tactical nose that makes him one of the best fraud defence silks in the business."

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Nic
Lobbenberg KC

A Shropshire lad, born and bred with significant expertise in cases of serious fraud, proceeds of crime, homicide, serious sex and violence and police law.

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Jeremy
Benson KC

Jeremy is an accomplished silk with over thirty years’ experience both prosecuting and defending in fact heavy, complex cases of considerable importance.

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Rupert
Taylor

"Very experienced accross the spectrum of heavyweight criminal matters " Legal 500 2018 Leading Juniors

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Matthew
Pardoe

Matthew is a superb jury advocate. He has a reputation for dealing with the most challenging clients with great care, and he provides clear, practical advice based on excellent judgment. He has experience dealing with allegations of murder, large-scale drug trafficking, serious sexual offences, fraud, and money laundering.

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David
Outterside

David has an excellent reputation, particularly in front of the jury. He has been involved in some of the most serious, high profile, and complex cases in the Midlands over the past decade.