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Alexander Upton

Alexander Upton

23ES, London

Work Department

Crime

Position

Alex has established an excellent reputation as a confident and persuasive trial advocate. Whether acting as led junior counsel or sole counsel alone, his meticulous preparation of cases combined with sensitive client/witness care and robust advocacy means he is a barrister who is very much in demand. Alex’s expertise covers the full range of criminal offences, both private and publicly funded, including large scale fraud, violence, drugs, organised crime and sexual offences. In addition to defending, Alex is also a Grade 3 CPS prosecutor.

Career

Called 2004; Lincoln’s Inn.

Memberships

The Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn; Criminal Bar Association.

Education

University of Birmingham (BA (Hons)); University of Birmingham School of Law (Dip Law); Inns of Court School of Law (BVC).

Mentions

London Bar

Crime

Leading junior4
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.’
London Bar

Fraud: crime

Leading junior4
Alexander Upton – 23ES ‘Alexander is a superb advocate who prepares very thoroughly. A junior who inspires confidence.’