Barrister specialising in regulatory crime, crime and professional discipline. Head of criminal team at Deans Court Chambers. Recorder (crime) of the Crown Court from 2012. Regularly appears for companies and individuals in health and safety prosecutions. Instructed to represent medical practitioners in professional discipline hearings, inquests and public inquiries. Prosecutes and defends in all areas of serious crime including murder and white collar fraud.
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School, Blackburn; St Anne��s College, Oxford (1992 MA Jurisprudence).
Northern Circuit • Regional Bar
Michael Hayton KC – Deans Court Chambers 'Michael is great on his feet and has a real feel and understanding for both strategy and the presentation of a case to a jury.'
Northern Circuit • Regional Bar
Michael Hayton KC – Deans Court Chambers 'Michael is a leader in his field. Thorough in terms of preparation, he is an exceptional advocate and is excellent at building good client relationships.'