Patrick Williamson

Criminal Law

Patrick Williamson is a Barrister at Kenworthy’s Chambers who practices in

Criminal Law

Inquests, Regulatory and Professional Discipline

 

Year of call: 1989.

 

“Prosecutes and defends across a panoply of criminal matters.” Legal 500

“Kenworthy's Chambers offers expertise spanning a wide range of criminal matters. The team is routinely instructed to appear in trials in the Crown Courts and appellate proceedings, and the barristers undertake both private and publicly funded work.” Chambers and Partners

“Renowned for its strong reputation as experts in Criminal Law, Kenworthy’s Chambers has been at the forefront of high-profile cases at a national level for more than 30 years.” Legal 500

“The set's barristers are experienced in both the prosecution and defence of cases relating to homicides, high-value drugs conspiracies, and serious violent and sexual offences.” Chambers and Partners

“Kenworthy’s specialist team works endlessly for those in need of legal advice and advocacy. This is evidenced by the continued growth and improved quality of instructions the Criminal Team is currently welcoming.” Legal 500

Patrick Williamson is an experienced Criminal Barrister at Kenworthy’s Chambers who specialises in Criminal Law, Inquests and Regulatory work.

 

Criminal Law

Legal 500 recommends Patrick Williamson for his practice in Criminal Law where he works for prosecuting authorities and Defence Solicitors.

As a Criminal Barrister, Patrick Williamson has considerable experience in cases involving murder, manslaughter, and violent crimes. He also has expertise in providing advice and advocacy on fraud, sexual offences, and drug offences.

Patrick Williamson aids Solicitors in providing the best possible service to mutual clients by offering prompt responses when they request advice, and by sharing his tactical awareness gained from years of Crime casework. His experience benefits clients through a balanced approach to cases and an ability to advise with accuracy.

If you have a Crime case you need advice or advocacy for, call our Criminal Clerk Paul Mander on 0161 832 4036, email [email protected] or fill out our contact form.

Inquests, Regulatory and Professional Discipline

Patrick Williamson has worked on several Inquests involving deaths in custody, both in prison, in police stations, and care facilities acting for employees of the institutions concerned.

As an Inquests and Regulatory Barrister, Patrick Williamson draws upon his expertise in Criminal Law when representing the victims’ families, institutions and employees. He has a working knowledge of Public Inquiries and considerable experience of proceedings before the Coroner's Court.

If you have an Inquest, Public Inquiry, Regulatory, or Professional Discipline case you need advice or advocacy for, call Clerk Paul Mander on 0161 832 4036, email [email protected] or fill out our contact form.

Notable Cases

R v Jarratt [2016] R v Sykes (2015): Senior Prison Officer acquitted of assault. R v Lomas (2007): EWCA Crim 1792, Exclusion Orders under Licensed Premises (Exclusion of Certain Persons) Act 1980. R v Sullivan: Successful defence of a Schoolteacher accused of sexual assault. R v Hughes: Successful defence of Prison Officer accused of assaulting a prisoner at a Young Offenders Institution. R v Sundar-Raj: Successful defence of a Nurse accused of misuse of Class A drugs in the course of her employment. R v Doe: Successful mitigation on the plea of a young woman accused of assisting a murderer, avoiding imprisonment. R v Tudge: Successful defence of protester, involving Article 10 Human Rights. R v Oloidi: Successful defence of a Care Assistant accused of assaulting a service user. R v Churchill: Successful defence of a man accused of several sexual offences against a number of young girls. R v Rafiq: Successful defence of young wife accused of importing heroin from Pakistan. R v Ranahan: Large scale drugs conspiracy and firearms case. R v Hope: Large-scale prison riot case.

 

To check the availability of Criminal Barrister Patrick Cassidy for your Crime, Inquest, Public Inquiry, Regulatory or Professional Discipline case call our Criminal Clerk Paul Mander on 0161 832 4036, email [email protected], or fill out our contact form.

 

Qualifications

Patrick Williamson obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Law and Computers from Keele University.

He has lecture experience covering updates to Criminal Law, indeterminate sentencing under the 2003 Act and previous legislation.