Adam is a highly experienced advocate who has always specialised in the field of criminal defence. He has built up an extensive practice, and is available for both private work and legally aided matters. Adam’s expertise and thorough preparation means that he is valued in complicated and novel matters. He is equally able to argue persuasively a convoluted point of law, or to cross-examine a vulnerable witness effectively.

Criminal Defence: R v R (on-going) – Death by dangerous driving. R v J (2019) – Acquittal secured in a s18 GBH involving rival groups of the travelling community and serious failures in the disclosure/investigation process. R v A (2018) – Acquittal in “honour-based” kidnap/false imprisonment. R v B (2018) – Acquittal secured in allegations of sexual offences (including rape) against children, involving both recent and “historic” matters, and with vulnerable witnesses. R v B (2016) – Acquittal acting as a leading junior in a sex trafficking matter involving numerous defendants and multiple complainants.

Fraud and Financial Crime: R v C (2016-17) – Fraud involving impersonation of multinational investment companies in order to purchase properties for immediate re-sale. R v D (2017-2018) – A series of frauds and money-laundering matters which included allegations of fraudulent conduct undertaken whilst on trial at the Old Bailey for the original frauds.

Criminal Bar Association

Awards, Qualifications & Other: Grade 2 CPS Counsel LLB Manchester University Hardwicke Scholar – Lincoln’s Inn

Direct Access: Adam Butler is approved to accept instructions direct from international and UK clients on a direct access basis, without the need for a solicitor intermediary in appropriate cases.

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