Denise Fitzpatrick
Linenhall Chambers'Denise is one of a kind. Her knowledge of the law is abundant, her service to clients is spectacular, and is a truly quick thinker in the courtroom. '
Crime (general and fraud)
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.
Anna Pope
Linenhall Chambers'Anna is an excellent barrister. She is extremely bright, has an excellent grasp of the law, is quick to see the issue, and resolves matters in a pragmatic way. She is also very personable and relates to people very easily.'
Simon Rogers
Linenhall Chambers‘Criminal litigators must be quick off the mark to instruct Simon given his great popularity as a defence and prosecution advocate. He is the go-to barrister for serious and heavy weight cases on the circuit. He has a calm, approachable manner with the clients, is methodical and thorough in his preparations, and forceful and persuasive before judge and juries. Among the premier counsel for North Wales and Cheshire.’
Julia Cox
30 Park Place Chambers‘Julia is very well-prepared; she works through all material, combing the evidence for an advantage. She is astute in tactical decision-making, her client care is excellent and her legal submissions are detailed, cogent and persuasive. She is very personable. Undoubtedly among the best juniors to work with.’
Heath Edwards
9 Park Place'Heath is an intensely likeable personality and this carries across in court in terms of his advocacy and interactions with juries, judges and opposing counsel. With detailed and complex cases he has the ability to immediately filter through the extraneous down to the nub of the matter, without losing the detail on the way.'
Nigel Fryer
30 Park Place ChambersNigel is a go-to for more complex cases. His tenacious and robust cross-examination of defendants is in welcome stark contrast to his soft and caring approach to vulnerable victims. Nigel has a real presence in court, commanding both respect and trust in those around him, grabbing, and most importantly, keeping the attention of jurors throughout the trial. Outside of court Nigel's attention to detail in providing written advice and skeleton arguments is exceptional.'
Lee Reynolds
Apex ChambersJohn Ryan
Apex ChambersOwen Williams
9 Park Place'Owen is very good with clients and is able to convey his advice in clear and concise language that clients can understand. He has excellent communication skills and is always available to answer any queries that a client or instructing solicitor may have. He has also proven himself to be an excellent trial advocate over the years.'
James Coutts
Linenhall Chambers‘James has an excellent manner with clients, is very down to earth and personable. That approach is mirrored before juries.’
Peter Donnison
30 Park Place Chambers'Peter has a ferocious work ethic and has developed an extensive practice beyond his call. He has a keen eye for detail, which is evident in his case presentation.'
Matthew Cobbe
9 Park PlaceNicholas Gedge
Apex ChambersHelen Randall
Iscoed ChambersJade Tufail
Linenhall Chambers‘Jade is always professional, diligent, thorough and exceptionally able. On every occasion, without exception, she completes tasks to a high standard and inspires the utmost faith in her ability. Without doubt she will reach the very top of her profession.’
Matthew Dunford
Linenhall ChambersEmma Harris
30 Park Place Chambers‘Emma is very meticulous and she goes through papers in great detail. Her client care is good, always putting clients at ease. Her advocacy is also first-rate.’
Daniel Jones
30 Park Place ChambersDan is excellent in assessing what work is to be done in order to be ready for trial and then co-operating with colleagues and prioritising that work. He is a pleasure to work with.’
Frances Willmott
Linenhall Chambers‘Frances is clearly a barrister with a high intellect who approaches cases with detailed and thorough preparation, maintaining a strong sense of professionalism throughout. She is articulate in her advocacy and grasps the pertinent issues with a no-nonsense approach. Frances is not shy to argue her point vehemently.’
Matthew Paul
Civitas LawMatthew has a thorough approach and is a persuasive advocate. His care for his client and professional approach shines through with every word.’
Marian Lewis
Apex ChambersMatthew Roberts
9 Park PlaceRyan Rothwell
Linenhall Chambers‘Ryan is always well-prepared to deal with the cases that he has for that day and trials that are listed within a short time. He has a good rapport with victims and witnesses when they attend court.’
Ruth Smith
Apex ChambersFfion Tomos
30 Park Place ChambersEmber-Jade Wong
Linenhall Chambers‘Ember is utterly fearless when defending clients. Her grasp of the subject matter and interactions with clients and courts is impeccable. Her advocacy is also skilled and persuasive.’
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.
William Bebb
30 Park Place Chambers‘William is an excellent communicator. He can empathise with those who are in the criminal justice system and he can also communicate eloquently in court so clients feel that their story has been told. Nothing is too much trouble for him and his ability to make those around him feel at ease is a gift that few possess. He is a rising star and his qualities will mean he will go far.’