Crime

Leading juniors
Rising stars

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.

Aisling Byrnes

25 Bedford Row

‘Aisling is a fierce advocate who will robustly argue her client's case. She is very thorough and a great tactician and dedicates herself to all of her clients and cases. She is especially good with vulnerable clients. Aisling is a junior at the top of her game.'

Orla Daly

QEB Hollis Whiteman

‘Orla is probably the best junior at the criminal Bar. She never disappoints, is highly regarded by many solicitors, and is likely to have a very successful career as a silk ahead of her.’

Julia Faure Walker

2 Hare Court

‘Julia is someone who thinks strategically, working several stages ahead, and is a tenacious and committed advocate.’

Paul Jarvis

6KBW College Hill

‘Paul is an exceptional barrister. He is highly intelligent and has a genuine academic interest in the law. His legal arguments are therefore invariably well-researched and profound. As an advocate he is calm and measured. His submissions are so much more effective for this. He has the total respect of judges and fellow professionals.'

Piers Marquis

Doughty Street Chambers

‘Piers is a very gifted and tenacious barrister. He has a great manner with juries as well as both professional and lay clients. His preparation is comprehensive and his tactical awareness is very acute. He is fearless in defending his clients and is not afraid of fighting their corner. This coupled with his ability to persuade juries is why he is very much in demand. He fizzes with crusading spirit.'

Michael Neofytou

25 Bedford Row

‘Michael is a beacon of the junior bar and stands head and shoulders above most barristers, including many silks. His tactical judgement is superb. He knows every case inside and out and this, together with his charisma and charm, means that he is a persuasive and compelling advocate. Michael sits at the very top of the tree of those who defend in serious criminal cases.'

Kate O’Raghallaigh

Doughty Street Chambers

‘Kate is one of the very best juniors about - she is exceptionally intelligent, a fierce defender of her clients' interests and a pleasure to work with as well. She can be relied on to identify and fight every point that can be taken, fearlessly. She is someone you want in your side.'

Arlette Piercy

25 Bedford Row

‘Arlette is fearless but has judgement. Her client care is second to none. She really cares about her lay client and goes the extra mile to ensure they understand what’s happening every step of the way. Arlette is a brilliant advocate and juries love her.’

Peter Ratliff

6KBW College Hill

‘Peter is a totally class act and a pleasure to work with. He is fair but effective as Treasury Counsel as he will no doubt be in silk. He is direct and down to earth in his style which is particularly effective with juries.'

Alistair Richardson

6KBW College Hill

‘Alistair has rightly been appointed recently as junior Treasury Counsel, which reflects the serious work he undertakes and the skill with which he does it. He is respected by judges and his peers alike and it is only a matter of time until he is appointed KC. He is a stand-out practitioner.'

Shauna Ritchie

Mayfair Place Chambers

'Shauna is a fabulous junior barrister who is heading for silk. She has an unmatched eye for detail and is razor sharp and incisive in her presentation of arguments and in cross-examination.'

Ben Smitten

25 Bedford Row

‘Ben is the standout junior at the criminal Bar. His work ethic is staggering and his commitment is unwavering. His track record speaks for itself. Ben is tactically solid with a considered advocacy style and a unique ability to cut through to the real issues in cases. He is exceptional at anything he turns his hand to.’

Robert Ward

15NBS Chambers

‘Robert is the complete package. He is a brilliant lawyer, quiet thinker, master tactician and highly effective advocate, combining an impressive mental dexterity with a natural eloquence. Robert is probably the best junior at the defence criminal Bar and a shoe-in for silk when he wants it.’

Louise Oakley

5KBW

‘Louise works as hard as anyone and gets on so well with all her opponents.’

Colin Witcher

Church Court Chambers

‘Colin is a completely brilliant junior. He is always on top of the facts, excellent with both solicitors and lay clients, and has an ability to command the attention of his audience. He is a formidable opponent and certainly a KC in waiting.'

Elisabeth Acker

23ES

‘Elisabeth is a brilliant jury advocate. She commands attention and has a beautiful jury manner.'

Emma Akuwudike

25 Bedford Row

‘Emma's case preparation is excellent as is her knowledge and understanding of the law. She relates extremely well to both professional and lay clients. Her tactical judgement is also excellent as is her written work. In cross-examination she is clear, precise and to the point.'

Graham Arnold

Farringdon Chambers

‘Graham is an excellent lawyer who produces first-class written work and is very helpful and supportive to work with. He is hard-working and a highly competent advocate.'

Denis Barry

6KBW College Hill

‘Denis is one of the gentlemen of the criminal Bar. He is intellectual, persuasive, and has a glorious manner with juries.’

Lesley Bates

23ES

‘Lesley is a highly accomplished barrister. She is extremely hard-working and conscientious, and, more importantly, she is tenacious and fearless in advancing her client’s case. Her advocacy is clear, focussed and persuasive. Lesley is also a tactical and strategic thinker and planner who has complete control of her cases.’

Kevin Baumber

Three Raymond Buildings

‘Kevin knows more about police practice and the implementation of those things when they morph into criminal proceedings than any other lawyer in England & Wales. His authority in this field is second to none. He brings a cool detachment, a surgical analysis, and a perfect eye for the killer detail to all that he does. He is at the very top of his game at the moment.’

Christopher Bertham

3TG Barristers

‘Chris has exceptional communication skills and always makes sure the client is comfortable and at ease despite the complex and stressful situation that they find themselves in. All aspects of his advocacy are excellent. Chris is really silk level; he stands up in court and immediately commands the room, both judge and jury.’

James Bloomer

23ES

‘James has mastered all aspects of lawyering. He is an exemplary barrister who is always on top of any case he is instructed on. He is clear and compassionate with clients, yet will be ruthless when protecting their interests. He is strategically brilliant and as eloquent and clear an advocate as you could ever wish to be represented by.’

Corinne Bramwell

9BR Chambers

‘Corinne is incredibly astute, especially when dealing with vulnerable witnesses and sensitive issues that arise in difficult cases. She is also very calm under pressure, whether it be pressure from defence counsel or the judge. Her ability to master and assess the real issues in the case, in particular the unused material, is also key to her success.’

Catherine Donnelly

2 Harcourt Buildings

‘Catherine is an extremely capable barrister. She works extremely hard, has fabulous judgement and is brilliant with both the jury and the judge. Catherine can go toe-to-toe with silks and come out on top.’

Paul Evans

Red Lion Chambers

‘Paul is tactically astute and produces focused legal arguments and well-thought-out submissions. He shows sensitivity in cross-examination of witnesses but is nonetheless robust - a difficult balance to strike at the best of times. He demonstrates the very best attributes of professionalism.'

Emma Fenn

Garden Court Chambers

'Emma is a fearless advocate. She articulates her submissions in a way that is persuasive to the lay client, the bench and most importantly the jury. Her written submissions are equally as impressive and encapsulate the instructions given and a deep technical analysis of the law and issues that may not have been picked up initially.'

Tim Forte

3TG Barristers

‘Tim has an ability to absorb vast quantities of information, including evidence of a technical nature, and translate that information into simple format to enable clients to fully understand the nature of the evidence in the case. This approach builds trust between client and counsel. His presentation at court is both extremely professional but also personable, sitting well with judges, opposing counsel and juries alike.’

Mark Fraser

Rose Court Chambers

'Mark's advocacy is superb. He is smooth and makes things that are complex look easy. His presence brings gravitas to his client's case. He is also able to assimilate a large amount of material calmly and efficiently. Mark is a sought-after junior in cases of gravity by KCs.'

Hugh French

Red Lion Chambers

‘Hugh is dogged and determined. He always comes armed with a strategy to exploit any weaknesses in the opposing case. His closing speeches are particularly impressive; Hugh has the confidence to pick the best points, and run with them, undiluted. He is a rare example of someone who is genuinely as effective on either side of the courtroom and the outcomes he secures are testament to an advocate of the highest ability.’

Leila Gaskin

Crucible Chambers

‘Leila is the perfect brief and stands out as an advocate in multi-handed trials. Her advocacy is elegant and she does not waste a single word. She has a brilliant handle on the facts and the law, excellent judgement and is thoroughly professional in and out of court. She will walk into silk seamlessly.'

Tom Godfrey

23ES

‘Tom has a charismatic presence in court and commands attention when he speaks. Juries tend to hang on his every word. He is stylish and elegant in submissions whatever their complexity or difficulty.'

Owen Greenhall

Garden Court Chambers

Carolina Guiloff

25 Bedford Row

‘Carolina is involved in the preparation of a case from the very beginning and considers each detail to ensure that all preparation that can be undertaken is undertaken. She has great court presence and in multi-handed cases is able to ensure that the defence of her client is advanced strongly.'

Joanna Hardy-Susskind

Red Lion Chambers

‘Joanna is meticulously organised and takes cases by the scruff of the neck at the earliest possible juncture. She is always ahead of the curve and has a winning courtroom manner which charms judges as effectively as it does juries.'

Sally Hobson

The 36 Group

‘Sally is a gifted advocate and ferocious cross-examiner who delivers well-crafted, jury-engaging closing speeches. She is extremely committed to getting the best result possible and a pleasure to work with no matter how difficult and testing the case may be.’

Zarif Khan

Drystone Chambers

‘Zarif is remarkably diligent and his ability to dissect complex evidence with a razor-sharp mind is often instrumental in navigating the intricacies of challenging cases. He possesses a unique talent for making critical connections with evidence, which is a testament to his profound analytical capabilities. One of Zarif's most notable skills is his ability to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds.'

Adam King

QEB Hollis Whiteman

‘Adam is versatile, pragmatic, tenacious, personable and – most importantly of all – effective. Adam is very much a go-to barrister. He has a great style with both clients and courts alike, and always comes up with a novel angle.’

Salma Lalani

1MCB

‘Salma is an excellent junior. Her preparation is meticulous and she is wonderful with clients. Salma has a keen eye for detail, her advice is always tailored and helpful, and her advocacy is well-considered and effective.’

Charles Langley

2 Bedford Row

‘Charles is one of the best juniors at the Bar and is undoubtedly silk material. He has an elegant and persuasive style of advocacy which both judges and juries find compelling. He is a joy to watch.’

Ben Lloyd

6KBW College Hill

‘Ben is calm and clever, firm but fair. He is the perfect prosecutor.'

Christopher Martin

2 Bedford Row

‘Chris has an unmatched eye for detail and is razor sharp and incisive in his presentation of arguments and in cross-examination. He is especially skilled and extraordinarily knowledgeable about court martial matters.'

Justin McClintock

15NBS Chambers

‘Justin is a hugely exceptional advocate who adopts a calm and calculated approach. He couples this with excellent legal knowledge to be extremely effective with both judge and jury. His dependability, hard work and commitment to his clients is beyond impressive.'

Philip McGhee

QEB Hollis Whiteman

‘Philip has the ability to do it all and make it look easy. He has an impressive grasp of the law, the written and oral advocacy skills of a silk, and interpersonal skills that make everyone in a room warm to him. He will be one of the very best and is regarded rightly as a real talent.’

Ian McLoughlin

Red Lion Chambers

'Ian is always very well prepared. He looks for the best points to take to advance his case and undermine that of his opponent. He is a persuasive advocate with a calm and measured approach which appeals to juries and judges.'

Ioana Nedelcu

Farringdon Chambers

‘Ioana is a remarkable junior. She is exceptionally hard-working, articulate, driven and determined. She is fearless but shows excellent judgement and has a kindness and compassion with clients that is hard to match.'

Tom Nicholson

2 Harcourt Buildings

‘Tom's written advocacy and oral advocacy is very good; he is clear, to the point and covers all legal issues. He is able to present complex cases to a very high standard and is confident when dealing with tricky issues. Tom quickly gains the trust and respect of all present in the courtroom due to his legally sound judgement, his experience, confidence and calm nature.'

Jose Olivares-Chandler

5 St Andrews Hill

'Jose is an amazing barrister. He is hard-working, intelligent and honest. His legal arguments are top-notch.'

Molly Pinkus

Farringdon Chambers

‘Molly is a really passionate and intelligent advocate, who clearly cares for the client and the firm she is instructed by. She is easy to get on with and a great communicator.’

Sarah Przybylska

2 Hare Court

‘Sarah is one of the truly outstanding junior prosecuting counsel. She stands out for her ability to master a great deal of material in unflappable manner, always efficiently and with clarity. She is very easy to deal and is as good on her feet as she is on paper.'

Matthew Radstone

25 Bedford Row

‘Matthew is a superb advocate, has an excellent manner with clients, prepares to the highest standards and puts it all across in court in an extremely eloquent but not over-the-top manner. He is going far and is definitely a star of the criminal bar.'

Oliver Renton

Crucible Chambers

‘Oli is absolutely on top of his brief. He reads every page, knows the unused, and as a result is a go-to barrister for cases involving serious violence. He defends fearlessly and always takes good points. His jury manner is charming.’

David Rhodes

Doughty Street Chambers

‘David combines intelligence, strategic nous, a forensic approach to case preparation, commitment and compassion. His written work is exceptional and his advocacy commands the attention of the courtroom. He is particularly adept at representing defendants with complex needs and in dealing with expert witness. He is held in exceptionally high regard by all who work with him.’

Alex Rose

Garden Court Chambers

'Alex is a strong advocate; impressive in both cross-examination and legal argument and respected by judges and opponents. He is a very strong all-rounder.'

Craig Rush

2 Bedford Row

Tessa Shroff

9BR Chambers

‘Tessa is excellent on her feet, prepared and hardworking. She is an excellent barrister who has an excellent future ahead of her and prosecutes and defends with equal skill. Tessa manages vast amounts of material with apparently effortless ease. She is really strategic on a case - dealing with the bigger picture as well as the minutiae.'

Susannah Stevens

QEB Hollis Whiteman

‘Susannah is a superb cross-examiner as well as a confident and robust advocate. She is great with clients and quickly secures their confidence.'

Philip Stott

QEB Hollis Whiteman

'Philip is great with lay clients and is an impressive advocate.'

Tom Wainwright

Garden Court Chambers

Christian Wasunna

Garden Court Chambers

Lisa Wilson

25 Bedford Row

‘Lisa is a go-to counsel for complex and serious offences now. Her advocacy is more than persuasive and not only do juries love her, she has a stellar reputation with court staff, judges and her opponents. She is calm yet persistent and will notice the tiniest of details that in reality could win a case. Her cross-examination is also phenomenal.'

David Wood

25 Bedford Row

‘David is an exemplary barrister. His ability to get to the core issues in a document heavy case is extremely impressive. His advocacy is of a very high level and he is very good with clients and takes great care to ensure that they understand the case against them.'

Clodaghmuire Callinan

15NBS Chambers

‘Clodaghmuire is fearless in her defence of clients while commanding the respect of the judiciary and her opponents. She is driven, fiercely bright and a master tactician who thinks out of the box. Clients adore her for her down to earth nature, meticulous preparation and firm, realistic advice. She is a compelling advocate who is going places - she is silk material.'

Daniel Jameson

Garden Court Chambers

Ruby Selva

Garden Court Chambers

Warwick Aleeson

25 Bedford Row

‘Warwick has an engaging court manner which juries like, is not afraid to make tough decisions during the trial process, and always goes the extra mile for his clients. He has sound judgwment as well as the ability to compromise. Warwick is a pleasure to deal with.’

Peta-Louise Bagott

Doughty Street Chambers

‘Peta is very intelligent. She is an intuitive thinker who empathises well with clients, is an incisive cross-examiner, and good speech-maker.'

Nick Barraclough

2 Bedford Row

‘Nick is a brilliant, charming, impressive advocate who is fearless in his approach. He quickly understands complex cases and his advocacy is superb.'

Alphege Bell

Mountford Chambers

‘Alphege is a top-class advocate with an ability to charm any jury and persuade them to find in his favour. His mastery of the law coupled with his impressive advocacy makes Alphege one of the leading barristers in serious crime and a top silk in the making.'

Harry Bentley

2 Hare Court

‘Harry is always overprepared and considers all cases from every angle so he is never surprised by prosecution applications. Harry meticulously prepares every legal argument and presents its with vigour and clarity. Harry is a formidable advocate respected by the judiciary.'

Ronnie Bergenthal

Farringdon Chambers

‘Ronnie is the complete package as a barrister. He is very approachable and often on hand to discuss a case. He is excellent with clients and gives them confidence. His advocacy is extremely polished and smooth and it is often the case that his delivery of submissions to a judge are extremely well received and acknowledged.'

Jacob Bindman

Garden Court Chambers

'Jacob is super smart yet incredibly down to earth. He is a joy to work with as he has a collaborative approach to preparing cases. He can distil complicated law so that it is easier for clients to understand. His advocacy is intelligent and persuasive.'

Aneurin Brewer

Red Lion Chambers

'Aneurin is very hardworking, prepares meticulous written legal arguments and is proactive in doing so. He has a very calm, persuasive and assertive style of advocacy that seems to rapidly bring people round to his way of thinking.'

Kerry Broome

QEB Hollis Whiteman

Tom Broomfield

QEB Hollis Whiteman

‘Tom is attentive to clients and has a caring nature. He is a composed and calm person who inspires confidence. His written work is always of a high standard and quality. He is also extremely responsive to solicitors' and clients' needs.'

Joanna Buckley

Matrix Chambers

‘Joanna is an absolute a pleasure to work with. She is very calm and considered in her approach. Joanna is highly intelligent and forensic in a her analysis of evidence and emotionally intelligent and measured in her approach to the client.'

Helen Butcher

Garden Court Chambers

Nichola Cafferkey

33 Bedford Row

‘Nichola is extremely affable and a natural jury advocate. She deals beautifully with extremely difficult client and is on top of the law.'

Daniel Chadwick

2 Hare Court

David Dainty

23ES

‘David is a confident advocate that is always very well-prepared. He is able to adapt to a changing environment and moderate his approach accordingly. He is engaging and considered. He works hard and it shows in his court craft.’

Jennifer Dannhauser

5 Paper Buildings

‘Jennifer is persistent and hugely well prepared for any case. She will know the unused material backwards. Her ability to navigate complex matters of law and evidence is envious. Jennifer can not only put a client at ease but provides a solid backbone to the defence team. She is a silk in waiting.'

Ishan Dave

Rose Court Chambers

'Ishan is a very experienced, determined and charismatic advocate. He is fully conversed on the law and his legal arguments are precise, well presented and well reasoned both in written and oral submissions. His closing speeches are always engaging and persuasive, and even in the face of antagonism from opponents, they are left impressed and appreciate his courtesy, clarity and professionalism he brings.'

Felicia Davy

Red Lion Chambers

‘Felicia is extremely thorough in her approach and in her analysis of large amounts of evidence. She has an excellent manner with clients and is very good at approaching difficult issues with clients with significant learning difficulties. She is fearless and fights for the best possible outcome for clients.'

Patrick Duffy

23ES

‘Patrick is a very personable individual who is able to remain cheerful and calm under pressure. He grasps cases very quickly.'

Tom Edwards

Mountford Chambers

‘Tom is an excellent all-rounder. He is impressively agile on his feet and has real presence and gravitas in court. Tom gets on well with his opponents, judges, clients and solicitors. He is a formidable jury advocate.'

William England

Mountford Chambers

‘If clients are after a big performance in conference and an even bigger performance in court, William is the barrister to go to. He is supremely confident and has the intelligence levels and tremendous work ethic to back it up. William is a top-level barrister in every sense of the word and judges respect him immensely.'

Sebastian Gardiner

25 Bedford Row

‘Sebastian is hard-working, efficient, client friendly, a fine tactician with sound judgement, an excellent lawyer, a powerful presence in court, and a very persuasive speaker. Sebastian is a dedicated defence advocate to the tips of his fingers.’

Rachna Gokani

QEB Hollis Whiteman

Ben Gordon

Furnival Chambers

‘Ben is a pleasure to work with. He fights ferociously hard for his client, and his advocacy is skilful and well judged.'

Shelley Griffith

Farringdon Chambers

Rupert Hallowes

15NBS Chambers

‘Rupert is one of the very best at the criminal Bar, better than many silks. His advocacy is flawless. His cross-examination is pitch perfect. He reads people like no other barrister. These qualities mean that his speeches are invariably excellent. Juries always listen to him.’

Sean Hammond

2 Bedford Row

‘Sean is well prepared and tactically astute. His client care is also second to none.'

Maximilian Hardy

9BR Chambers

‘Max is very able, extremely dedicated to his clients and cases, and very classy. He is also a strong jury advocate.'

David Harounoff

Foundry Chambers

'David is an exceptional advocate known for his razor-sharp intellect and comprehensive grasp of complex legal issues. His ability to analyse intricate case details and formulate compelling arguments is outstanding. David's advocacy skills are particularly impressive; they demonstrate a natural talent for persuasive speaking, coupled with a calm and authoritative presence in the courtroom.'

Teresa Hay

5 Paper Buildings

‘Teresa demonstrates impeccable client care, making each and every client feel at ease and taking time to understand their backgrounds and circumstances. She is calm, collected and confident in court, well-respected by judges, other lawyers and juries. Teresa is an effective advocate and skilled in cross-examining young witnesses.'

Daniel Higgins

9BR Chambers

‘Daniel has an approachable and reassuring style with clients as well as real attention to detail and awareness of the required tactical approach to achieve results. His advocacy is also first rate.'

Patrick Hill

Three Raymond Buildings

‘Patrick is one of the most gifted, able and brightest juniors at the criminal Bar. He is incredibly bright, very hard-working and a complete pleasure to work with. Several judges have praised him for the quality and clarity of his written word. Patrick is a complete superstar.’

Joe Hingston

Mountford Chambers

‘Joe is an outstanding lawyer and advocate. He is meticulous in his preparation and clearly cares about all of his clients. He has first-class interpersonal skills and is very popular with solicitors and clients alike. He has a fantastic practice and is an extremely popular barrister. Joe is a silk in waiting.'

Nadeem Holland

The 36 Group

‘Nadeem is always well prepared. He is calm in his approach to cases, regardless as to what is thrown at him, which is reassuring for those around him. His calm manner extends to his advocacy - always measured, always reasonable and always very easy to listen to.'

Roderick James

Crucible Chambers

'Roderick's strengths include being extremely personable and well liked by clients. He has excellent advocacy skills, is incredibly hard-working and manages to find solutions in cases by carrying out innovative research.'

Alex Jamieson

25 Bedford Row

‘Alex is very well respected within the profession. He is very experienced and is also a very skilled and persuasive advocate who has a calm and gentle manner which can be disarming for his opponents.'

Flavia Kenyon

The 36 Group

Ashraf Khan

2 Bedford Row

‘Ashraf's gentle manner belies a very sharp mind. He is a lawyer first and foremost and prepares beautifully. Ashraf's demeanour with clients inspires confidence and he has a talent for explaining difficult concepts with exceptional clarity.'

Stephen Knight

One Pump Court

'Stephen's attention to detail is unrivalled and his written work is impressive.'

Greg Krieger

Farringdon Chambers

‘Greg is the most calming and reassuring barrister around. He is robust and juries love him. It is a real pleasure to work with him. Clients know that Greg is 100% behind them and that having him onside makes an immeasurable difference. He is an iron fist in a velvet glove.'

Helen Law

Matrix Chambers

Rebecca Lee

187 Chambers

‘Rebecca is able to extract key materials from factually complex cases involving historic allegations and voluminous evidence dating back decades. She is tenacious and energetic and her attention to detail is second to none. Rebecca is an exceptional lawyer and very skilful in dealing with cases of a highly sensitive nature.’

Matheos Lefteris

Rose Court Chambers

‘Matt is an outstanding talent. He has exceptional analytical and tactical ability. It is obvious that he consistently enjoys the total confidence of those he represents, which is quite a rare trait these days. He is a superb advocate, with a disarming and understated manner that commands confidence and trust.'

Will Martin

2 Hare Court

‘Will is very bright and is a strong advocate - he has real presence in court and is unflappable. He is on top of brief and grasps the core issues very quickly. He is meticulous and his mastery of voluminous unused material is second to none.'

Tara McCarthy

Thomas More Chambers

‘Tara is an industry leader when it comes to complex and serious crime. Always approaching her cases in a level-headed and neutral fashion, she is able to pick apart the prosecution case and provide thorough, reasoned advice which galvanises the defence case. Her advocacy is world class and her record of results in that respect speaks for itself.'

Danny Moore

Six Pump Court

'Danny is tactically outstanding; he is always three steps ahead of his opposition. If you need a barrister to go toe to toe in a case, you would ask for him.'

Adam Morgan

Furnival Chambers

‘Adam is first rate. He is always thoroughly prepared, gets the measure of clients accurately and is able to firmly manage expectations. He makes points firmly to the judge without alienating himself from the judge nor giving ground on a good point.'

Jo Morris

Drystone Chambers

‘Jo is never less than impeccably well-prepared and her submissions are carefully considered. She handles extremely difficult situations with aplomb and demonstrates undoubted tactical ability. She has a calm and reassuring presence in court and a first-rate knowledge of the law.'

Daniel Murray

25 Bedford Row

‘Daniel is a formidable and fearless advocate. He pays meticulous attention to detail and is not afraid to challenge any injustices.'

Eva Niculiu

Three Raymond Buildings

‘Eva is a brilliant barrister who fearlessly represents her clients. She is meticulous in her preparation of cases and takes great care to establish a rapport with her clients enabling them to trust her unreservedly. She is undoubtedly one of the best barristers of today's junior bar.'

Will Noble

9BR Chambers

‘Will has an enviable reputation with the judiciary and is very much someone who always has the ear of the court. He is a top-notch junior, it is only a matter of time before he takes silk.'

Sheryl Nwosu

25 Bedford Row

‘Sheryl's case preparation is excellent as is her knowledge and understanding of the law. She relates extremely well to both professional and lay clients. Her tactical judgement is also excellent as is her written work. Her advocacy is clear, precise and to the point.'

Catherine Oborne

Garden Court Chambers

Lucy Organ

6KBW College Hill

‘Lucy is first-rate barrister. She is fair and pragmatic as a prosecutor, but with a forensic attention to detail. Her advocacy is persuasive, but always calm and controlled.'

Osman Osman

25 Bedford Row

‘Osman is a born legal mind. He has an excellent grasp of all the relevant law and recent cases and is able to apply it to the case at hand. He is able to work collaboratively and is fierce in court. Osman handles the unexpected with good grace and charm and is a pleasure to work with. He is a superb lawyer with a brilliant mind.'

David Patience

2 Bedford Row

Adam Payter

6KBW College Hill

‘Adam is very bright and hard-working and is also very engaging as an advocate. His written legal arguments are clear and well researched and his jury presentation is also excellent. He is a fierce cross-examiner.'

Luke Ponte

Three Raymond Buildings

‘Jurors and judges always take note when Luke addresses them: he commands the court. A go-to brief for heavyweight crime.'

Simon Ray

6KBW College Hill

‘Simon is extremely calm and unflappable. He is very good with clients. His trial and tactical judgement is superb. He acts in the most serious and complex of cases and is a go-to senior junior.'

Sarah Read

15NBS Chambers

‘Sarah's highly focused case preparation is exemplary. She presents skeleton arguments skilfully and succinctly and her approach to cross-examination is suitably sensitive, minimising the inherent potential for distress while putting her clients case clearly and fairly. Sarah is hardworking, persuasive and meticulous.'

Genevieve Reed

Red Lion Chambers

‘Genevieve brings a commanding and powerful presence and confidence beyond her year of call. Previously a solicitor, she brings a breadth of experience which makes her comfortable with clients and challenging situations. Genevieve works hard and efficiently and is good natured and a pleasure to instruct.'

Edward Renvoize

Red Lion Chambers

Shannon Revel

Furnival Chambers

‘Not many practitioners, in reality, excel at both forensic analysis of enormous volumes of material as well as in the thick of things, fighting their client's case in front of a jury. Shannon is one of the exceptions. She is first class, one to watch, and a pleasure to work with. Her speeches are without a shadow of a doubt some of the best you will hear in a long time.'

Fiona Robertson

2 Hare Court

‘Fiona is meticulous and captivating in court. She is a brilliant advocate, hard-working and is able to build a rapport with clients. She is a safe pair of hands.’

Jeremy Rosenberg

23ES

‘Jeremy is a very effective and persuasive advocate. His cross-examination of witnesses is clear and purposeful and his closing speeches are very good.'

Gordon Ross

3TG Barristers

‘Gordon is an exceptional advocate. One would be hard pushed to find someone to be trusted more. Gordon communicates really well and gives clients an honest appraisal of the evidence. He has a great ability to think on his feet and is exceptional in cross-examination witnesses, including experts. His closing speeches are always pitched perfectly.’

Neil Saunders

Three Raymond Buildings

'Neil is an exceptional barrister. He is very clever and gets to the nub of the issue, but does so with apparent ease and grace. His people skills are amazing - clients love him and this is part of what makes his advocacy so effective. He is a silk in all but name.'

Esther Schutzer-Weissmann

6KBW College Hill

‘Esther is a superb lawyer, known for her thoughtful, strategic, and resilient approach. With extensive experience and technical expertise, she remains composed and strategic in her dealings.'

Alexandra Scott

Mountford Chambers

‘Alexandra has a razor-sharp intellect, is excellent on the law and very effective on her feet. Clients like and have confidence in her. Alexandra is a hard-worker and a fighter. She is sought after and it is always a pleasure to work with her.’

Leo Seelig

Red Lion Chambers

'Leo is an exceptional advocate with sound judgement.'

Michael Skelley

Red Lion Chambers

Alastair Smith

2 Bedford Row

'Alastair is an excellent and very experienced barrister who is destined for silk. HIs client care is second to none and he has a reputation for hard work, meticulous preparation and fearlessly fighting for his clients.'

Monica Stevenson

25 Bedford Row

Sean Sullivan

9BR Chambers

'Sean is unnervingly sharp whilst being impossible to rattle. He is calm, smooth and staggeringly intelligent. Sean produces extraordinarily precise and persuasive legal arguments to which opponents find it difficult to effectively respond. Clients are always reassured that they are in the most capable hands.'

Jack Talbot

Red Lion Chambers

‘Jack is very adept at digesting large volumes of information and presenting them to a jury in a manageable, understandable way. He has a very good manner with juries and is skilled at cross-examination. His closing speeches are engaging and persuasive.'

Lucy Tapper

Furnival Chambers

‘Lucy is a tremendous barrister who is wonderful to work with. She has an incredible ability to connect with clients and break down and explain complex issues with ease. She is meticulous, classy and fearless. Her advocacy is measured and deeply persuasive.'

Warwick Tatford

Foundry Chambers

'Warwick's understated advocacy is always extremely effective; he gently makes the case seem overwhelming. He has a very good manner with juries in closing speeches.'

Dominic Thomas

25 Bedford Row

‘Dom is in a field of his own in terms of advocacy, tactical thinking and client care. His advocacy is brave, compelling, intelligent and very effective. He has an outstanding ability to cut to the core of a case swiftly and definitively.'

Greg Unwin

187 Chambers

‘Greg has a superb way with judges and jurors – he is measured, calm, authoritative, and commands respect. He has a very keen attention to detail and is very hard-working.’

Merry van Woodenberg

2 Hare Court

John Warrington

5 St Andrews Hill

‘John is meticulously thorough; he will know the prosecution's case better than they know it themselves.'

Nicholas Whitehorn

25 Bedford Row

'Nicholas is phenomenal. He has the unique capacity to change a case through his cross-examination out-of-the-box thinking. He is a natural jury advocate who is able to simplify the most complex of issues in a straightforward, persuasive and engaging way.'

Chris Whitehouse

Farringdon Chambers

‘Chris has a commendable ability to keep calm under pressure and to present focussed submissions that are attractive and easily digestible to a jury. He has an unruffled approach which stands him out from his peers, and his tactical abilities during the progress of a trial are first-rate. A seasoned and impressive performer.'

Ailsa Williamson

Three Raymond Buildings

Diana Wilson

The 36 Group

‘Diana has a brilliant mind, is very hard-working and is able to quickly identify the key strengths and weaknesses of a case. She is a formidable advocate and all opponents have to be at their best to match her. Judges have complete confidence in her mastery of the facts and law.'

Madeleine Wolfe

2 Hare Court

‘Madeleine is a tenacious advocate. Her ability to adhere to the restrictions of s28 cross-examination but at the same time fully advance crucial elements of a client’s defence as well as highlight limitations or contradictions in the prosecution case is remarkable.’

Ruth Zentler-Munro

15NBS

‘Ruth is an exceptional junior barrister. She has exquisite insight and tactical ability combined with a superb client manner and beautifully written advocacy. She is without doubt one of the stars of the junior criminal Bar.’

Sam Barker

2 Harcourt Buildings

‘Sam is an exceptional advocate for his call. He combines excellent knowledge with common sense practical application.’

Oliver Cook

Libertas Chambers

‘Oliver is supremely intelligent and is a genuine expert on how mobile telephones work. There are very few barristers that can claim to understand telephone cell site data as he does. He is an incredibly hard-working barrister with endless energy.’

William Davis

5KBW

‘William is a star in the making. He is approachable, balanced, unflappable and extremely helpful. Nothing is ever too much trouble. That said he is determined, steely and focussed. William is a great lawyer and first-class advocate. An excellent all-rounder.’

Jeffrey Israel

25 Bedford Row

‘Jeffrey is a stellar performer. He is extremely hard-working and a seasoned professional. He has a strong courtroom presence and a powerful and persuasive manner in cross-examination. Jeffrey is a class act and a silk in waiting.’

Matthew Lawson

Libertas Chambers

‘Matthew is incredible on his feet. He commands control of a courtroom and he is tactically one of the best advocates around. One of Matthew's strengths is his ability to structure some of the most complex legal arguments in an eloquent manner that result in the judges ruling in his favour. He stands at the pinnacle of his profession.'

Philip Misner

4BB

‘Philip has a wealth of experience to call upon and combines it with boundless energy and natural ability. On his feet he is calm, his instincts are outstanding and he has the right answer at his fingertips. He is an honest, hardworking and thoughtful man which translates into an effective and capable barrister.'

Yasin Patel

Church Court Chambers

‘Yasin is thorough with his work, able to quickly identify weaknesses in evidence, address legal arguments that might be applicable and provide written advice when sought. He will always go over and above to help clients. His advocacy is best described as elegant. He is persuasive in his legal arguments where he is calm and collected and charms the jury with his wit.'

Gerwyn Wise

Garden Court Chambers

'Gerwyn's meticulous case preparation is absolutely unrivalled; he devotes enormous amounts of time to forensically analysing all prosecution evidence, and prepares lengthy schedules of evidence to assist solicitors. He has a deep understanding of the intricacies of legislation and case law, particularly in areas such as modern slavery, gang evidence and county lines operations.'

Paramjit Ahluwalia

One Pump Court

'Paramjit is a highly talented barrister. Her expertise in trafficking and modern slavery are among the best of any lawyer in England and Wales. She is a joy to watch in action.'

Fallon Alexis

QEB Hollis Whiteman

Libby Anderson

Crucible Chambers

‘Libby is an extremely well-rounded lawyer. She is hard-working, tenacious, and has a great ethic for achieving the best for clients. She is a very persuasive court advocate, and extremely well respected by judges.’

Minka Braun

Garden Court Chambers

Matthew Buckland

Mountford Chambers

'Matthew is a truly excellent advocate. He has strong interpersonal skills and works hard. Juries like him and respond positively to the arguments he makes.'

Charles Burton

Rose Court Chambers

‘Charles is an impressive barrister. He is a knowledgeable, powerful and persuasive advocate.’

Yogain Chandarana

Rose Court Chambers

‘Yogain is an excellent advocate, blessed with a radio voice that juries adore. His advocacy and cross-examination skills are some of the best around. He alters the way he cross-examines witnesses depending on the individual and takes the court through the law in a way that is clear and persuasive.'

Katrina Charles

9BR Chambers

‘Katrina is a clever, hard-working and determined advocate. She has good judgement and advances arguments in a constructive, yet well-judged way.’

Avirup Chaudhuri

187 Chambers

‘Avirup’s client care skills stand out. He treats all clients with equal respect and care and dedicates the same level of commitment to their case. As well as his excellent client care skills, Avirup’s efficiency and attention to detail consistently impress.’

Kate Chidgey

25 Bedford Row

‘Kate is persuasive and creative in her advocacy. She is authoritative and charms a jury with humour.'

Fiona Clegg

Mountford Chambers

‘Fiona is an extremely confident barrister who has a keen eye for detail. She is not fazed by cases with voluminous evidence or those cases with a high level of press intrusion. She is able to identify the keys issues in the case at an early stage and present them to the client in a concise manner. She is well respected by fellow counsel and the judiciary alike.’

Laura Collier

25 Bedford Row

‘Laura’s client care is second to none and is combined with a meticulous eye for detail. She has a natural ability to translate complex legal issues into relatable concepts – which makes her a star in front of a jury.’

Dominic Connolly

5 St Andrews Hill

‘Dominic is a formidable advocate and opponent. He presents complex cases to the jury in a straightforward and clear way, grabbing their attention from the outset. He is able to manage cases with extremely vulnerable complainants. His cross-examination style is logical, thorough and highly effective.'

Beth Crocker

15NBS

‘Beth is an exceptionally able advocate. Her knowledge of the law is unparalleled. Her cross-examination is focused and effective which comes from the high level of preparation she does and her detailed knowledge of the case papers. Her closing speeches are persuasive and she engages a jury in a wonderful way.'

Patrick Dennis

Foundry Chambers

‘Patrick is a formidable and tenacious prosecutor. He is Treasury Counsel in the making. Patrick is meticulously fair and impressive on his feet.’

Alex Di Francesco

25 Bedford Row

‘Alex is a sharp and quick-thinking barrister who shows willingness to take the lead in difficult and complex multi-handed cases. His ability to adapt to the ever-changing issues in a case is particularly impressive. In terms of his advocacy, he has an excellent court manner and a gripping presence.'

Nicholas Dunham

Foundry Chambers

‘Nick is simply brilliant. He is fiercely bright and his mastery of papers is second to none. Nick is a hugely impressive advocate.'

William Eaglestone

23ES

‘William is an excellent and hardworking junior. He works well as part of a team, genuinely cares about the work he does and those he represents, and is always anxious to get it right. He is a talented and dedicated advocate.'

Philippa Eastwood

Doughty Street Chambers

'Philippa is an extremely hard-working barrister who is able to deal with any type of client. Her attention to detail is phenomenal which means she is able to isolate the gaps in the prosecution case and challenge them on these points with such tenacity. Her legal submissions are also well drafted and well advocated upon. This makes her an advocate who is respected by the judiciary, her peers, her instructing solicitors as well as clients.'

Hannah Edwards

25 Bedford Row

‘Hannah is a highly capable barrister, able to manage cases with a vast amount of case material. She exhibits a remarkable capacity to distil complex legal issues and ensure that no legal detail is overlooked. She also has an excellent manner with clients.’

Sophie Evans

Mountford Chambers

‘Sophie is a fighter. She is tenacious, bright and highly astute. Her written work is of an exceptional quality. She excels in the key skills of tactics and presentation. Her capacity for hard work is exceptional. Opponents fear her and so they should.’

Neil Fitzgibbon

187 Chambers

Julia Flanagan

Crucible Chambers

‘Julia is a star counsel who is inevitably destined to be silk before too long if she so chooses. She is very clever legally and tactically as well as incredibly approachable. Julia is hugely respected by her peers, with silks actively asking to work with her.’

Edward Franklin

2 Harcourt Buildings

‘Edward's organisation and legal knowledge is impressive. He has a close attention to detail and excellent judgement. In relation to advocacy, he makes detailed submissions which has the court spellbound.'

Andrew Frymann

Rose Court Chambers

'Andrew is a fearless and tenacious advocate. He is adept at thinking on his feet.'

Simon Gladwell

Thomas More Chambers

Michael Gomulka

25 Bedford Row

‘Michael is highly intelligent and a skilful advocate. His closing speeches are often presented in a novel and engaging manner. He is also an incisive cross-examiner.’

Michael Goold

Garden Court Chambers

James Gray

25 Bedford Row

‘James is simply fantastic and a real master in the art of advocacy. He is fiercely intelligent and leaves no stone unturned in advancing a defence. James is extremely thorough, diligent, razor sharp and able to deal with the nitty gritty in all cases. He is a silk in waiting.’

Neil Griffin

Foundry Chambers

‘Neil is a fantastic advocate who holds attention in court. Judges listen to him. He is also very good with clients.’

Rebecca Hadgett

Three Raymond Buildings

'Rebecca is very efficient and thorough, particularly in relation to unused material. She produces sound legal arguments and is very good at adapting her communication style to suit clients.'

Nerida Harford-Bell

Garden Court Chambers

Ben Hargreaves

Mountford Chambers

‘Ben is of course brilliant, eloquent and very intelligent but what stands out and puts him head and shoulders above his peers is his empathy. He confronts challenging and sensitive issues with seeming ease. Nothing is too much and he always carves out time when asked – no matter how big or small the query.’

Lyndon Harris

6KBW College Hill

'Lyndon is calm in his delivery but incredibly bright so his legal arguments and general criminal knowledge of procedure is brilliant. His sentencing knowledge is unrivalled and he is well respected by judges. Clients like him as well.'

Stella Harris

Garden Court Chambers

Emma Heath

9BR

'Emma is extremely good at communicating with and gaining the trust of young, vulnerable clients - her down to earth and friendly approach goes a long way with them. Her advocacy in court is excellent.'

Ashley Hendron

2 Bedford Row

‘Ashley is a very confident barrister who immediately puts clients at ease. He provides robust advice with excellant client care. He is not afraid of voluminous evidence and identifies key issues at an early stage. Ashley is an incredible jury advocate who displays a calm manner. He can be robust when required and is well liked by the judiciary and other counsel.'

Andrew Horsell

3TG Barristers

‘Andrew is an extremely polished and able barrister. He is very well prepared, which manifests itself in the effectiveness of his cross-examination and in his succinct and persuasive legal submissions. He is able to deal with judicial intervention in a robust but courteous manner. He also has a certain charm and assuredness which wins over juries.’

Scott Ivill

2 Hare Court

'A tenacious junior.'

Daniel Jones

5 St Andrews Hill

'Clients love Dan. He adapts to his audience and isn't afraid to be forthright in court with legal arguments. His steadfast approach to evidence wins many a case.'

Ruth Becker

9BR Chambers

‘Ruth is a superstar and juggernaut. She is direct, down to earth, clever, wily and staggeringly hardworking. She is always on top of the work, fantastic with clients, and shoots down the opposition with precision. Ruth is one of the rare barristers who is great in court, excellent with clients, and always thorough with preparation.’

Daniel Kersh

187 Chambers

Rabah Kherbane

Doughty Street Chambers

‘Rabah is one of the rising stars of the junior Bar. He is bright, articulate and very hard-working, as well as thorough and insightful. Rabah is sought after in cases of the utmost gravity, which is exceptional when one considers his call. He is also easy to work with and excellent on his feet.’

Guy Ladenburg

Three Raymond Buildings

‘Guy is a very natural and persuasive advocate. He has a charm with clients and judges alike as well as excellent judgement.’

Paul Lazarus

25 Bedford Row

‘Paul is the complete package. He is fantastic with clients, has great court presence, prepares cases thoroughly and remains completely calm whatever happens in a case.'

Francesca Levett

5 St Andrews Hill

‘Francesca is supremely cerebral; intellectually she is on another dimension in terms of her legal prowess. She is also a supreme tactician and is much loved by clients.'

Hanna Llewellyn-Waters

2 Bedford Row

Graeme Logan

9BR Chambers

‘Graeme has a real roll up your sleeves attitude and puts his clients first. His advice to both clients and solicitors is always clear and concise which is reflected in his advocacy. He is proactive in his preparation and often raises new issues and aspects to consider in a client’s case.’

Peter Lownds

2 Hare Court

‘Peter is a charming but lethal advocate. He has an iron grasp of the facts of his case and an infallible instinct for which of those facts will matter to a jury. He is extremely tactically astute, an incisive cross-examiner and he holds the jury’s focus from beginning to end. In short, he really is a class act.’

Patrick Maggs

15NBS

‘Patrick is an excellent barrister. He communicates with clients extremely well and frequently provides some insight into a case from an angle that others have missed as a consequence of meticulous case preparation. Patrick’s main strength is his advocacy. When in the courtroom, the judge, the jury, and co-defending counsel absorb his every word, given the intelligence and persuasive nature of his arguments.’

Danielle Manson

Matrix Chambers

‘Danielle is great with clients and a strong advocate. She is extremely committed to her clients on her cases and can be relied on to go the extra mile if needed. She is a pleasure to work with.’

Thalia Maragh

Garden Court Chambers

‘Thalia is an extremely strong and confident advocate who shows remarkable resilience even in the face of a less-than-warm court. She is not easily dissuaded from points that she is rightly passionate about and indeed right about.’

Alex Matthews

9BR Chambers

‘Alex is a force to be reckoned with as an advocate.’

Christopher May

5 St Andrews Hill

‘Chris is a very thoughtful and thorough prosecutor. He is fair and proper, but no pushover. He quickly masters a brief and is a robust and effective cross-examiner. He also has a lovely manner with the court and the jury.’

Michael McAlinden

2 Dr Johnson’s Buildings

'Michael fights his cases with zeal. He is fearless and thorough in his approach to the evidence which is naturally demonstrated through his effortlessly genuine style of advocacy. This is why clients insist on instructing him repeatedly.'

John McNamara

5 St Andrews Hill

‘John is committed to excellence. He is a real star.’

Rhys Meggy

Cloth Fair Chambers

Sarah Morris

23ES

‘Sarah is, quite simply, brilliant. She has a court presence that is effortlessly calm and measured, which belies the utter command and control she exercises on her feet. Sarah is adept and persistent in cross-examination, deploying a forensic approach which is magnificently effective. Her trial strategy and preparation is second to none and she will have every fact to hand even in the most complex case.’

Richard Moss

4 King’s Bench Walk

‘Richard is a measured, unflappable advocate. He handles witnesses well and is highly effective in cross-examination. He is a very fair opponent and his defence practice is going from strength to strength.’

Piers Mostyn

Garden Court Chambers

Ahmed Muen

Drystone Chambers

‘Ahmed is an absolute star in court. His interaction with clients, judge and jury keeps the court alive. He masters very complex cases and can also put very anxious defendants at ease.’

Joshua Normanton

5 Paper Buildings

‘Josh is the complete barrister. He knows the law and procedures intimately, has excellent judgement, and his written and oral advocacy is highly competent. He works cooperatively with other professionals and establishes strong relationships with lay clients. Josh is a star.’

Jennifer Oborne

Deka Chambers

Richard Padley

5 Paper Buildings

‘Richard is a clever lawyer and tactician. He has a gravitas without being foreboding. He is very client and solicitor friendly. Richard has an ability to absorb quickly prodigious amounts of information and convey the contents simply and succinctly. He is definitely a barrister to watch for the future.’

Vedrana Pehar

Matrix Chambers

‘Vedrana is destined for great things. She is supremely talented and combines her outstanding intellect with excellent emotional intelligence, both of which are priceless attributes. Vedrana is a superb advocate.’

Houzla Rawat

Mountford Chambers

‘Houzla is an infectious and tenacious advocate. She cares deeply about her clients and is an extremely effective jury advocate.’

Claire Robinson

Crucible Chambers

‘Claire has a real ability to connect with clients. She walks them through evidence at a pace and level that they understand and makes them comfortable when facing challenging evidence. She is diligent in her case preparation and does not miss any tiny details.'

Karen Robinson

QEB Hollis Whiteman

Tanya Robinson

Six Pump Court

‘Tanya is an excellent advocate. She is always meticulously well prepared. Her legal submissions, both oral and written, are focussed and persuasive. She fights her corner hard without ever being discourteous to witnesses or the court. Tanya has the ability to have a jury eating out of her hand, however difficult and serious the case.’

Gemma Rose

5 St Andrews Hill

‘Gemma’s ability to communicate with vulnerable individuals and professionals means that she earns the trust of lay clients from an early stage and obtains fantastic outcomes, often prior to a case reaching trial. She is a fantastic advocate who has earned respect from the judiciary and achieves fantastic results.’

Kerrie Ann Rowan

25 Bedford Row

‘Kerrie is as bright as a tack. She combines a huge intellect with an unrivalled work ethic. Her ability to grasp complicated legal issues is frighteningly good and her judgement is always excellent.’

Charles Royle

23ES

‘Charles is a great tactician with an eye for detail. He is a commanding advocate with an engaging style that wins over both judges and juries. His legal submissions are always succinctly advanced, in a manner designed to give the judge exactly what is needed.’

Rhiannon Sadler

9BR Chambers

'Rhiannon is a first-class advocate. Her advocacy is always measured, forceful and backed by a vice-like grip on the facts of a case. She has an intimate understanding of the law in her area and is much admired by fellow lawyers.'

Rose Slowe

Foundry Chambers

‘Rose is exceptionally bright and extremely diligent. She is a compelling advocate with judgement and immense skill as well as extremely jury friendly. Rose will without doubt end up as one of the most successful barristers of her generation, as she has every single skill required to be a leading criminal barrister. She combines gravitas and lightness of touch in a way seldom seen. She is without doubt a silk in waiting.’

David Smith

Foundry Chambers

‘David is a tenacious advocate, calm in difficult situations and gives solicitors confidence. He is not one to duck giving difficult advice when needed.’

Alex Stein

2 Bedford Row

‘Alex is an authoritative advocate who immediately commands respect so people listen to him. He gets to grips extremely quickly with the facts and demonstrates great judgement as well as an ability to work efficiently.’

Emma Stuart-Smith

25 Bedford Row

‘Emma is sought after by the very best silks as she is an excellent lawyer in terms of drafting skills as well as being an equally effective advocate. She combines sheer hard work with natural flair. Emma is a star.’

Jon Swain

Furnival Chambers

‘Jon's advocacy is matched only by his down-to-earth demeanour. He has a knack for connecting with clients and solicitors alike; he is a trusted ally, dedicated to his cases and respected by all he comes across. Jon's positive attitude and courtroom manner make him an exceptional advocate.'

Daniel Taylor

Red Lion Chambers

Annabel Timan

Doughty Street Chambers

‘Annabel’s tenacity, her feel for the witness in cross-examination and her minute knowledge of the details of the case are all great strengths for her.’

Dharmendra (Dee) Toor

5 St Andrews Hill

‘Dee is exceptionally thorough and dedicated to achieving the best possible outcome for his client. His cross-examination is exceptional; he has every aspect of the papers at his fingertips leaving the witness with nowhere to turn save for conceding that he is correct.’

Alexander Upton

23ES

‘Alex is as committed and well-prepared as they come. He is approachable and knowledgeable and always does his homework. Clients appreciate his excellent submissions as well as his style and charm. He’s set for the very top.’

Helen Valley

25 Bedford Row

Daniella Waddoup

Doughty Street Chambers

'Daniella is intimidatingly intelligent. She can digest complicated legal arguments and respond with even better ones at lightening speed. Somehow, she's also humble, collaborative and empathetic. She speaks to clients with the same calm, consideration confidence with which she addresses judges.'

Benjamin Waidhofer

Foundry Chambers

‘Ben is very competent and is a first choice for many. He has an unerring ability to find solutions in the most complex cases. He is very well respected by his peers and others within the profession. Ben has an extensive knowledge of the law and is great with the lay client. He is also a great tactician.’

John Waller

15NBS

‘John is proactive and responsive. He deals with clients professionally but in a manner that is down to earth and approachable. Having initially qualified as a solicitor, John has a detailed understanding of how cases are prepared and the difficulties that may be encountered. He is extremely thorough in preparing his cases, and indeed when presenting them in court. He hones in on the crucial points in a case and addresses them in a no-nonsense manner.'

Adam Williams

4 King’s Bench Walk

‘Adam’s preparation of his work is great. His submissions are sharp and incisive and he takes pride in getting good results. He is hugely talented and is on the up and one to watch for the future.’

Thomas Williams

6KBW College Hill

'Tom is a walking encyclopaedia when it comes to matters of criminal law. His knowledge is phenomenal, especially when it comes to developments in the law and case law.'

Nicholas Yeo

Three Raymond Buildings

‘Nick has an incredible skill set and knowledge base. He identifies the critical issues and delivers in court with persuasive and tactical poise.'

Natalia Constantine

2 Harcourt Buildings

‘Natalia combines razor-sharp intellect with an ability to deal robustly, but still courteously, with multiple experienced defence counsel. She takes responsibility for her aspect of the work without unnecessarily troubling others in the team. Natalia is an incisive advocate who gets to the real issue very quickly.’

Gulam Ahmed

Libertas Chambers

Stephen Akinsanya

15NBS

‘Stephen is an excellent and experience advocate with a thoughtful and careful manner. He is a barrister of high integrity and dedication who secures the trust of judge and jury. His advocacy combines intellectual rigour with emotional intelligence. He is a talented criminal barrister who is always determined to do his best for his client and to go that extra mile to help those who are in need of his help.’

Jon Anders

Libertas Chambers

‘Jon’s advocacy skills are by far some of the best around. He is determined and tenacious and will fight doggedly to achieve the best result for his lay client to the extent that he has a wealth of clients who repeatedly come back to him. His work ethic is unrivalled and he is a true defence barrister.’

Irfan Arif

9 Lincolns Court

Natalie Bird

2 Bedford Row

‘Natalie is very thorough and persuasive. Her cross-examination is first class and she is very compassionate when she needs to be, and can easily work with vulnerable clients.’

Jenny Burgess

2 Harcourt Buildings

‘Jenny is an excellent advocate. Her meticulous attention to detail is obvious from the ease with which she takes the jury through large volumes of evidence. Her sound judgement and confidence means that she knows which points to take and which to leave.'

Ed Butler

15NBS

‘Ed is hard-working, super intelligent, and has an excellent grasp of the law and evidence.’

Edward Culver

4 King’s Bench Walk

‘Edward is very good at untangling complex cases and getting to the nub of the issue. His cross-examination is fearless and direct.’

Dominic D’Souza

Goldsmith Chambers

‘Dominic is a jury man who is also loved by clients.'

Robert Dacre

Cloth Fair Chambers

‘Rob is an outstanding junior destined to be a true star of the Bar. He is a charismatic, fearless and enthralling advocate, whose legal analysis is second to none. His work rate is prodigious and he is also a delight to work with.’

Sarah Day

Libertas Chambers

‘Sarah is an excellent advocate. She is highly persuasive and detailed in her approach. Both her written and oral advocacy are outstanding. She is brilliant with clients, building trust even in difficult circumstances.’

Marie de Redman

Furnival Chambers

‘Marie is a compassionate and resolute barrister with an excellent work ethic. Marie engages brilliantly with clients; especially vulnerable ones, and juries are mesmerised by her clear and concise arguments.’

Clare Dowse

15NBS

‘Clare is a formidable barrister. She is well-prepared and, as a result, unflappable. Her speeches are engaging and always persuasive.'

Bill Evans

Garden Court Chambers

Rory Field

15NBS

‘Rory is an extremely intelligent barrister who puts his heart and soul into cases. His advocacy skills are unbeatable and he is a tenacious cross-examiner. Rory is very logical and pays great attention to detail.'

Toby Fitzgerald

2 Harcourt Buildings

Jane Greenhalgh

Libertas Chambers

‘Jane has had to deal with some very vulnerable young and challenging clients charged with some of the most serious offences. She is able to deal with these lay clients with calmness, efficiency and resilience. She is a great advocate, very easy to work with, compassionate and caring.’

Gerard Hillman

Libertas Chambers

‘Gerard is an exceptionally diligent and detail-oriented advocate. He is proficient in legal matters and adept at navigating tribunals, consistently proving himself as an outstanding barrister overall.'

Gavin Holme

4 King’s Bench Walk

‘Gavin’s advocacy is of a very high quality. He is a talented lawyer who is able to spot good points and deploy them to his advantage. He is a good tactician who picks his battles carefully. He is clearly trusted by the judges he appears in front of.’

Frederick Hookway

5KBW

‘Frederick is an extremely accomplished prosecutor with an impressive command of the details of complex cases and a wonderfully light touch style of advocacy which is extremely effective with juries. Above all he is scrupulously fair throughout and a pleasure to appear against both in and outside of court.’

Jack Jennett

Farringdon Chambers

‘Jack has an unbelievable knowledge of criminal law and is a great tactician when it comes to handling both complex criminal cases and clients during very stressful and challenging situations. His advocacy skills are excellent and are often praised by both judges and clients.’

Nadesh Karu

QEB Hollis Whiteman

‘Nadesh is a brilliant advocate. His closing speeches hit the mark, and both the jury and the judge sit up and listen.’

Islam Khan

Church Court Chambers

‘Islam is a very competent advocate with the requisite qualities that cause him to be an outstanding criminal lawyer. He is always extremely well-prepared and presents submissions with great eloquence and focus. He also possesses sound judgement, and knows which battles to fight, which is an important, but-all-too-frequently absent, skill in many advocates.’

Soraya Lawrence

Kenworthy's Chambers

‘Soraya has many strengths but in particular what stands out is her client care. She is able to put a client at ease often in the most stressful time of their life. She also has an expansive knowledge of criminal law and the ability to identify the key issues from the outset. Soraya is also a strong defender in court.’

Jane Oldfield

Red Lion Chambers

‘Jane is a star whose forensic and legal skills will ensure that she rises to the top of the legal profession. Her knowledge of the law is first class, which she deploys to good effect and very skillfully.’

David Osborne

5KBW

'David is very skilled at conducting technical legal arguments. His knowledge of the law is impressive. He is very experienced, as a former solicitor he knows how to run a case as a litigator as well as an advocate, which leads to a very hands-on approach from the point of instruction. David is a highly skilled trial advocate, appreciated by the judiciary and juries alike.'

Catherine Pattison

5KBW

‘Catherine’s advocacy is direct and effective. She cross-examines in a way that is both intelligent and effective.’

Abigail Penny

4BB

‘Abigail is an outstanding junior who combines brains, hard work and empathy. Her kind manner and gentle approach results in people underestimating her at their peril.'

Michael Polak

Church Court Chambers

Kyan Pucks

QEB Hollis Whiteman

‘Kyan is an absolutely first-rate barrister with a golden future ahead of her. She is thorough and comprehensive in her case preparation, works tirelessly, and has great strategic sense and judgement, which is all rounded off with great advocacy skills. She presents as significantly ahead of her years. A star.’

Marie Spenwyn

Libertas Chambers

‘Marie is an excellent advocate and an instinctive tactician. When faced with difficulties in cases she meets them by making difficult but very sound judgement calls. Her speeches to juries are eloquent and persuasive. Marie has a straightforward and accessible style yet has a gravitas that commands attention.’

Lucy Sweetland

2 Bedford Row

‘Lucy is one to watch for the future. She is always superbly prepared and has a concise but persuasive advocacy style as well as superb interpersonal skills.’

Alejandra Tascon

5KBW

‘Alejandra is poised, thorough, and insightful, with steely determination. She is an emerging talent who is not afraid of any task and always ready for more. No opponent should underestimate her - they will pay a price if they do.’

Sam Thomas

2 Bedford Row

‘Sam is an exceptional advocate with excellent client care. He follows brief whilst bringing his own experience and views to a case. His representation is first class and he also has the appropriate manner for presenting sensitive mitigation. Sam is a persuasive advocate who consistently achieves excellent results.’

Estelle Thornber

Furnival Chambers

‘Estelle has a fantastic grasp of the details in cases. Although relatively junior, she quickly gains the respect of the court and all around her. Juries love her. Her cross-examination is skilful and effective, but also succinct. She is one to watch.’

Karl Volz

Farringdon Chambers

‘Karl is an expert in skilled cross-examination and a fine orator. He is personable and well-liked by juries.'

Polly Dyer

QEB Hollis Whiteman

'Polly is incredibly hard-working and astute at getting to grips with the detail of a case. She is very approachable and has a good relationship with instructing solicitors and lay clients alike. She is a confident and skilled advocate with a considered and tactical approach.'

Jessica Tate

Foundry Chambers

‘Jessica’s advocacy is engaging and elegant. She has extremely good delivery and presence and goes above and beyond to ensure cases are properly prepared. Jessica can be trusted to handle complex and important parts of advocacy.’

Rising stars

Rising stars at the Bar are defined as barristers between four and eight years’ call who are seen as up-and-coming members of the Bar in their respective practice areas by clients and peers alike. They will already be instructed in high-profile, complex, and high-value contentious and non-contentious matters, working with and opposite more experienced leading counsel.

Alex Du Sautoy

6KBW College Hill

‘Alex is fiercely intelligent, with a calm and composed oral advocacy style. He drafts comprehensive and persuasive written submissions, and has a very good forensic approach to both the law and the facts in a case.’

Chantel Gaber

25 Bedford Row

‘Chantel is an outstanding young talent with maturity beyond her years. She has insight and judgement; she is always on point. Her capacity for work and mastery of voluminous material is well known.’

Neelam Gomersall

2 Hare Court

‘Neelam has so many strengths including exceptional client care skills, diligent preparation, and dogged determination. Her tactful decisions are very astute and Neelam’s witness handling and targeted cross-examination scores all the right points with juries. Her speeches are also captivating and she holds the jury’s attention well.’

Stacey-Lee Holland

2 Dr Johnson’s Buildings

‘Stacey is a tenacious advocate with a formidable grasp of detail, married to robust advocacy. Her cross-examination is firm and measured. She always has the necessary case to hand and is a natural jury advocate.’

Tim James-Matthews

Matrix Chambers

‘Tim has a huge brain - his legal arguments are extraordinarily smart. He is the hardest working person in every case, with an encyclopedic knowledge of the law and the facts.'

Arthur Kendrick

The 36 Group

‘Arthur has a real talent for navigating complex cases involving extensive evidence. He is always meticulously prepared, having combed through voluminous material to find the winning points. In court, he is a force to be reckoned with and his cross-examination of witnesses is highly effective.’

Francesca Kolar

Deka Chambers

Kane Sharpe

Furnival Chambers

‘Kane is an outstanding advocate. He understands how to work with solicitors and clients and often sees things other barristers do not. He has a very strong yet smooth and persuasive advocacy style which make him instantly likeable to a jury.’

Robbie Stern

Matrix Chambers

‘Robbie is a meticulous barrister who has a particular flair for developing complex legal submissions. He is a pleasure to work with, very down to earth. He brings intellectual rigour and an impressive understanding of case law to his work.’

Soraya Bauwens

Furnival Chambers

‘Soraya is phenomenal. She is a hard worker and cares deeply about each client. Her advocacy is always pitched right.’

Alex Davidson

2 Bedford Row

‘Alex has a tremendously sharp legal mind, is charming and confident on his feet, and extremely hard-working. He is a star of the criminal bar in the making.’

Tommy Dominguez

4BB

‘Tommy is very hardworking with an approachable, down-to-earth style who gets on well with solicitors and clients alike. His client-care skills and advocacy are impressive, demonstrating his thorough preparation and research from start to finish of his cases.’

William Goss

2 Harcourt Buildings

‘William is an outstanding advocate. He has great flair in court, cross-examines beautifully, and has the ability to deal with opponents with courtesy but firmness. His instincts are superb, and his work is always of the absolute highest quality. He is quite obviously a star in the making.’

Tom Worden

187 Chambers

‘Tom has a very calm and methodical approach to his work, and great attention to detail. He creates a great rapport with all his clients, who wholeheartedly trust him in his advocacy and preparatory skills, and this completely shows when he conducts his cases in court with great professionalism. Tom is a skilled advocate who will no doubt go on to achieve much in his career.’

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