UK Bar Guide 2026 : All Circuits
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3 Verulam Buildings is a set with a growing independent investigations practice. Among other areas, it has notable expertise in financial crime and misconduct, and frequently acts for financial, gambling, insurance and sports institutions. The set has been instructed on large-scale investigations, such as Lloyd's of London & CFC, involving alleged non-financial misconduct.
Kathryn Paterson is the chambers director.
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Farhaz Khan KC is a specialist in non-financial misconduct and has a track record of advising high-profile clients in large-scale investigations.
Farhaz Khan is great on his feet and good with clients.
He is capable of dealing with more sensitive as well as more traditional matters in such a calm manner. His witness-handling skills are excellent.
Farhaz is a stellar advocate in every way and a true pleasure to work with. He earns client and colleague trust and has excellent insights into process, substantive law and relevant personalities.
Hodge Malek KC brings his vast financial services expertise to investigations into financial irregularities, money laundering and compliance issues. His has notable experience in matters concerning gambling and sport.
He is especially strong on independent investigations in the financial services arena.
Hodge is an absolute legend. He possesses incredible experience and judgement.
His experience makes him a very good advocate. He has a good rapport with the judges, and this makes him very effective.
Hodge is an extraordinarily experienced advocate. He is a go-to person for any case that involves a crossover of commercial and criminal work.
Independent Investigations
Independent Investigations
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