Foundry Chambers

Foundry Chambers

YEAR OF CALL 1980. APPOINTED KC 2001

Prosecution.

John McGuinness is a recognised leader in advising public bodies and companies on a wide range of criminal and regulatory matters, including corruption, terrorism and disclosure. He is retained as leading counsel in cases such as those concerning allegations of multi-jurisdictional tax fraud. He is noted for his strong work ethic and persuasive advocacy style.

Conducts a wide range of appellate work, including: Appeals against conviction and sentence, Judicial Review; Appeal by Case Stated. He is regularly instructed in the High Court, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court in cases of criminal law, public law and human rights.

He has a wealth of experience in prosecuting and defending the most serious matters in the Crown Court including: Homicide, fraud, corruption, insider dealing and asset confiscation.

He appears in the Upper and First Tier Tribunal (Tax Chamber) appeals.

Advises on all aspects of jurisdiction, specialist casework, regulatory, local authority licensing, taxi and private hire.

His current work includes:

Ziegler v DPP (Appeal to Supreme Court in 2021) – Criminal law; Human rights’ Arms trade; Demonstrations; Freedom of expression; Freedom of peaceful assembly; Obstruction of highway; Proportionality; Reasonable excuse.

KC List for SFO Prosecution Panel & Proceeds of Crime Panel (2017) Recorder of the Crown Court (2002 – present) Panel Member: Proscribed Organisations Appeal Commission (2002 – present) Panel Member: Disciplinary Tribunal of Financial Reporting Council (2014 – present)

Criminal Bar Association

BA (Law)