About

Provided by Kingsley Napley LLP

We are at the cutting edge of white collar and criminal defence cases, having been involved in many of the most significant cases over the past 50 years. Our experience in this field is second to none. Covering:

  • Criminal defence and police investigations
  • White collar and financial crime
  • Corporate crime
  • Investigations
  • FCA advice
  • Proceeds of Crime and Money Laundering
  • International Crime and Extradition
  • Corporate Manslaughter Health & Safety

Our criminal lawyers are highly sophisticated, astute and supportive. We are particularly well known for our skill in providing strategic advice and for our ability to keep high profile cases out of the public eye.



Chambers Review

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Crime - London (Firms)

1
Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Kingsley Napley is a leading criminal law practice that demonstrates impressive strength in depth across a broad range of cases. The firm is highly recommended for its handling of complex murder charges and historic sexual abuse investigations, and is also regularly instructed on domestic assault cases. The team has notable strength in cases with multi-jurisdictional aspects and also regularly acts on high-profile matters involving well-known public figures.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Sandra Paul
Sandra Paul
Star Individuals

Sandra Paul is an outstanding criminal law specialist who is skilled at handling cases involving high-profile individuals, including historic sex offence allegations in the entertainment world. She also frequently represents young people at all stages of criminal proceedings.

Sandra was simply outstanding. Her professionalism and knowledge was most impressive.

Sandra is an absolutely brilliant lawyer and her experience shines through.

She is excellent. She has strong client care skills and works tirelessly for her clients.

Sandra did an outstanding job of guiding me through my case during a very challenging period.

David Sleight
3
David Sleight
3
Band 3
David Sleight is an experienced criminal defence practitioner who handles a broad array of cases ranging from traffic offences to allegations of bodily and sexual harm.

David is extremely clever, a great strategist and several steps ahead of everyone at all times.

Edmund Smyth
4
Edmund Smyth
4
Band 4
Edmund Smyth regularly handles challenging cases concerning assault, rape and other serious criminal allegations. He has experience advising high net worth individuals along with other high-profile clients.

He is very, very good.

Matthew Hardcastle
5
Matthew Hardcastle
5
Band 5

Matthew Hardcastle specialises in police station representation and other pre-charge work. He has experience advising high-profile clients such as ultra high net worth individuals and leading professionals.

Matthew is an unbelievably astute and competent solicitor. He is calm, measured, thoughtful with a very warm and supportive manner.

Matthew is an expert in criminal law and procedure.

A serious, confident, highly experienced criminal litigator with excellent client communication skills.

Maeve Keenan
Associates to watch

Maeve Keenan is particularly skilled in representing young defendants accused of serious crimes, including sexual offences.

Maeve is extremely dedicated, hard-working and very approachable. She prepares cases impeccably.

Maeve Keenan was incredibly professional, highly competent, responsive and her follow through to a successful outcome was simply outstanding.

She displayed exceptional confidence, expertise and leadership.

Rebecca Smart
Associates to watch

Rebecca Smart regularly advises clients charged with serious sexual offences and also has experience on cases involving coercive behaviour.

Rebecca is a fantastic lawyer. She thinks about every single aspect of the tactical issues.

Rebecca is incredibly thorough and pays attention to every single detail in a case. Clients really trust her.

Ranked Lawyers at
Kingsley Napley LLP

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Crime

Sandra Paul
Sandra Paul
Star Individuals
David Sleight
3
David Sleight
3
Band 3
Edmund Smyth
4
Edmund Smyth
4
Band 4
Matthew Hardcastle
5
Matthew Hardcastle
5
Band 5
Maeve Keenan
Associates to watch
Rebecca Smart
Associates to watch