Chambers Review

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Crime - London (Bar)

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Members of Furnival Chambers prosecute and defend criminal cases of all types and are regularly involved in high-profile matters of the day, such as R v Sharif, Batool and Malik, concerning the murder of ten-year-old Sara Sharif.

Notable Practitioners

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Philippa McAtasney
1
Philippa McAtasney
1
Band 1

Philippa McAtasney KC is sought for instruction by both the prosecution and defence with regard to the full gamut of general crime cases. She is particularly renowned for her expertise in complex cases involving homicide and sexual offences.

Excellent with clients, dedicated to her work and superb fun to work with.

Extremely thorough in preparation and robust in her advocacy.

Caroline Carberry
2
Caroline Carberry
2
Band 2

Caroline Carberry KC is an adept prosecutor, undertaking briefs covering homicide, sexual offences and other serious crime. She has experience of handling historic sex offences, and is also skilled as defence counsel.

Carberry is calm and a very confident advocate. She is good and very in demand.

She is great.

Caroline Haughey
2
Caroline Haughey
2
Band 2

Caroline Haughey KC is a specialist in modern slavery and human trafficking. She frequently prosecutes a range of serious and complex cases.

Caroline is very good. She's a great barrister with a very vibrant personality that comes out in court and in her dealings with clients.

Ben Gordon
3
Ben Gordon
3
Band 3

He is amazing, hard-working and possesses great attention to detail.

He is an absolute delight. He is intellectually deft, impeccably prepared, and always charming and courteous.

Bernard Tetlow KC
4
Bernard Tetlow KC
4
Band 4

A fine jury advocate with great client care skills. There is no case that he cannot turn his hand to.

Jon Swain
4
Jon Swain
4
Band 4

He is good, charming and hard-working.

Lisa Bald
4
Lisa Bald
4
Band 4

She is a seasoned advocate.

Lisa Bald is very diligent, committed and a good courtroom advocate.

Joel Smith
5
Joel Smith
5
Band 5

A highly proficient advocate, who excels in cases involving technical issues, and is great at presenting complex material to a jury.

Julia Smart
5
Julia Smart
5
Band 5

Julia shows a real commitment to each and every case, and feels she really can make a difference. She truly enjoys the work she does and this shows through in the effort she puts into things.

George Payne
6
George Payne
6
Band 6

George Payne was impeccable in dealing with the client, his pre-trial preparation, and advocacy.

Kane Sharpe
6
Kane Sharpe
6
Band 6

Kane is a sensational advocate who comes up with the best possible strategy for all of our clients.

Kane Sharpe works tirelessly to ensure the best results for his clients. His approachable manner puts clients at ease. He is a strong teammate on any defence team.

Sharpe is a very confident advocate. He is natural in court. He gets good results and is exceptionally personable with clients.

Rhiannon Crimmins
6
Rhiannon Crimmins
6
Band 6

Rhiannon Crimmins KC is very cool under pressure.

Ranked Barristers at
Furnival Chambers

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Silks (KC)

London (Bar)

Crime

Philippa McAtasney KC
1
Philippa McAtasney KC
1
Band 1
Caroline Carberry KC
2
Caroline Carberry KC
2
Band 2
Caroline Haughey KC
2
Caroline Haughey KC
2
Band 2
Bernard Tetlow KC
4
Bernard Tetlow KC
4
Band 4
Joel Smith KC
5
Joel Smith KC
5
Band 5
Julia Smart KC
5
Julia Smart KC
5
Band 5
Rhiannon Crimmins KC
6
Rhiannon Crimmins KC
6
Band 6

Juniors

London (Bar)

Crime

Ben Gordon
3
Ben Gordon
3
Band 3
Jon Swain
4
Jon Swain
4
Band 4
Lisa Bald
4
Lisa Bald
4
Band 4
George Payne
6
George Payne
6
Band 6
Kane Sharpe
6
Kane Sharpe
6
Band 6