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Citadel Chambers

Crime

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Crime - Midlands (Bar)

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

The barristers at Citadel Chambers are regularly instructed to both defend and prosecute serious criminal cases, and have experience of appearing in the Crown Court as well as the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. Areas of strength for the team include homicides, terrorism, firearms, sexual offences and human trafficking cases. Recent cases the set have been involved in include Operation Aratio, concerning the youngest murderers since the Jamie Bulger case. One interviewee comments: "Citadel Chambers is a very good set."

Christopher Ward is the senior clerk.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Rachel Brand
    Rachel Brand

    Rachel Brand

    Rachel Brand KC is a respected silk who is highly regarded for her expertise in matters that concern forensic DNA evidence, including complex sexual abuse, rape and infant death cases. She offers strength in handling vulnerable individuals, including those with a history of mental health difficulties.

    • Rachel Brand is very good. She is thoughtful and considered, a class act.

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  • Gurdeep Garcha
    Gurdeep Garcha

    Gurdeep Garcha

    Gurdeep Garcha KC is an effective defence specialist who is highly regarded for his experience representing vulnerable clients. He is frequently engaged in substantial cases concerning organised crime, drugs and complex fraud. He offers additional expertise in matters of asylum and immigration.

    • Gurdeep Garcha is a smooth advocate.

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    • Gurdeep is impressive.

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  • Timothy Hannam
    Timothy Hannam

    Timothy Hannam

    Timothy Hannam KC's criminal practice centres around organised crime. He has particular experience with white-collar crime and money laundering, as well as regulatory and licensing expertise in matters revolving around potentially unlawful trading.

    • He is very good.

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    • Timothy Hannam is excellent. He is very bright.

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  • Andrew Fisher
    Andrew Fisher

    Andrew Fisher

    Andrew Fisher KC is an experienced silk who regularly acts for government bodies in highly complex fraud, financial and white-collar crime cases. He boasts additional expertise in serious general crime cases, including those concerning homicide and organised crime.

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  • Justin Jarmola
    Justin Jarmola

    Justin Jarmola

    Justin Jarmola acts for both the prosecution and the defence in serious criminal proceedings. He is skilled in the handling of complex homicide and manslaughter cases, as well as matters concerning drug importation.

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Midlands (Bar)

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