Proceeds of crime (POCA) and asset forfeiture

Leading Silks
2025 Silks

Leading Silks

KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.

Martin Evans KC

33 Chancery Lane

‘Martin has as encyclopaedic knowledge of proceeds of crime law and practice, across both civil and criminal jurisdictions and an ability to weave the most complex of cases interlaced with novel points of law into compelling legal arguments with an ease and a delivery style which sits well with the judiciary. ’

Jonathan Fisher KC

Red Lion Chambers

‘Jonathan possesses technical brilliance with a commercial mind.'

Andrew Mitchell KC

33 Chancery Lane

Matrix Chambers

‘Tim is incredibly commercial, and he gets the balance of rigorous legal analysis in a commercial setting perfectly.’

6KBW College Hill

‘David is one of a small number of criminal barristers whose criminal law practice is located within a broad common law expertise. This means that he is able to consider criminal law matters not only in respect of the criminal law context but also public and civil law.’

Mark Rainsford KC

33 Chancery Lane

‘Mark is very thorough in his approach. He is able to quickly digest material and advise as to the key aspects.’

Andrew Sutcliffe KC

3 Verulam Buildings

Kennedy Talbot KC

33 Chancery Lane

‘Kennedy’s reputation in respect of all matters relating to POCA is entirely deserved. He advises with a complete and justified confidence that arises from his incredible knowledge of all aspects of the law in this area.’

5 St Andrews Hill

‘Andrew has an encyclopaedic knowledge of POCA – he is the absolute go-to in all POCA-related matters.’

Graham Brodie KC

33 Chancery Lane

‘Graham is hugely confident and knowledgeable in this area. He is very engaging and authoritative in court.’

Richard Fisher KC

Doughty Street Chambers

‘Richard is a brilliant strategist and a very safe pair of hands in the courtroom.’

Three Raymond Buildings

Nicholas Medcroft KC

Fountain Court Chambers

‘Nicholas is very strong on POCA and brings experience of litigating POCA matters in the commercial and criminal courts.’

Jonathan Ashley-Norman KC

Three Raymond Buildings

Robin Barclay KC

Fountain Court Chambers

‘Robin is razor-sharp and all over the detail.'

Charles Bott KC

Mountford Chambers

Alexander Cook KC

4 Stone Buildings

‘Alexander is a seriously impressive advocate. He is extremely bright, organised and has a charming manner, with a deep knowledge of the law and an ability to identify the points that truly matter.’

Jonathan Hall KC

6KBW College Hill

6KBW College Hill

‘Paul's knowledge of POCA work is second to none and truly encyclopaedic. Whether advising on technical points or dealing with strategic litigation issues, Paul brings an unrivalled depth of understanding to every case. He can cut through complexity and present arguments that resonate with both judges and opponents alike.’

Gillian Jones KC

Red Lion Chambers

Jonathan Lennon KC

Doughty Street Chambers

‘Jonathan is a first-rate barrister.’

2025 Silks

KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.

Edward Craven KC

Matrix Chambers

‘Edward has an amazing legal brain. He is superb at strategy and exceptionally bright.’

Oliver Powell KC

Outer Temple Chambers

Nicholas Yeo KC

Three Raymond Buildings