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Furnival Chambers

Crime

UK Bar Guide 2026 : London (Bar)


Furnival Chambers

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Crime - London (Bar)

Band 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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  • Band 1Lewis Power
    Band 1Lewis Power

    Lewis Power

    Lewis Power KC of Church Court Chambers often acts in high-profile cases and has particular expertise in matters concerning the deaths of children. He also has a successful appellate practice both domestically and abroad.

    • He has a huge personality and that makes him one of the best jury advocates. He immediately owns the courtroom and clients warm to him.

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    • As an all rounder, he is unrivalled.

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    • Lewis Power is very effective because of his personality. Juries really warm to him. He also has a very good tactical brain.

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    • Lewis is the consummate KC. He is ferocious when he needs to be and calm and incisive when the opposite is required. He is a brilliant jury advocate.

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  • Band 1Philippa McAtasney
    Band 1Philippa McAtasney

    Philippa McAtasney

    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.

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    • Extremely thorough in preparation and robust in her advocacy.

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  • Band 2Caroline Haughey
    Band 2Caroline Haughey

    Caroline Haughey

    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.

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  • Band 3Ben Gordon
    Band 3Ben Gordon

    Ben Gordon

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

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

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  • Band 4Bernard Tetlow KC
    Band 4Bernard Tetlow KC

    Bernard Tetlow KC

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

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  • Band 4Jon Swain
    Band 4Jon Swain

    Jon Swain

    • He is good, charming and hard-working.

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  • Band 5Julia Smart
    Band 5Julia Smart

    Julia Smart

    • 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.

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  • Band 6George Payne
    Band 6George Payne

    George Payne

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

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  • Band 6Kane Sharpe
    Band 6Kane Sharpe

    Kane Sharpe

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

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    • 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.

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

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  • Band 6Rhiannon Crimmins
    Band 6Rhiannon Crimmins

    Rhiannon Crimmins

    • Rhiannon Crimmins KC is very cool under pressure.

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