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Jordan Franks

Jordan Franks

Westgate Chambers, South East

Work Department

Crime

Career

Jordan’s practice has developed to cover all areas of Chambers’ criminal work, including offences of serious violence, firearms, drugs, sexual offences, public order and dishonesty.

He is regularly instructed to prosecute multi-handed cases and has an ability to work with lay and professional clients with sensitivity and care. An effective and persuasive advocate, Jordan is particularly adept in engaging the jury in closing arguments and prides himself on his thorough preparation.

Jordan also receives instructions form the Police, Home Office and Local Authorities in quasi-criminal matters. He was seconded to the Financial Conduct Authority in 2020, where he has worked on a range of high-profile investigations and enforcement proceedings.

Memberships

South Eastern Circuit Sussex Bar Mess Criminal Bar Association The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple – Certificate of Honour (2013)

Education

BPTC Grade: Outstanding – University of Law LLM (Hons) with Distinction – University of Sussex LLB (Hons) -University of Sussex University of Sussex Research Scholarship (2009) CPS Grade 2 Advocate Vulnerable Witness Trained