Crime

Paul Greaney KC is an outstanding barrister who is routinely instructed in high-profile homicide and organised crime cases, and offers broader expertise in the areas of financial crime and inquests and public inquiries. He also has extensive experience in terrorism cases and regulatory crimes.

Robert Smith KC has significant expertise in homicide, corporate manslaughter, and health and safety cases. He is also particularly well versed in medico-legal matters and demonstrates deep knowledge of human rights issues. Smith is experienced in prosecuting and defending cases involving professional defendants.

Adam Birkby's practice encompasses the full range of serious criminal matters. He is regularly instructed in heavyweight crime such as homicide, drugs and sexual offences. He also boasts significant experience in dealing with young clients and defendants with mental health issues.

Jason Pitter KC routinely acts for both the defence and prosecution in a broad range of cases, including homicide, organised crime and fraud. He demonstrates particular skill when tackling drug importation cases. He accepts both publicly and privately funded instructions.

Nicholas de la Poer KC is known for his expertise in serious fraud cases. He is also experienced in homicide, terrorism and sexual offence matters. He receives regular instructions from an array of regulatory bodies, including the HSE, Defra, the FCA and the Environment Agency.

Nicholas Lumley KC frequently handles serious criminal cases, including those concerning homicide, rape and drugs. He is particularly experienced in medico-legal matters. He accepts instruction on a private basis.

Alistair MacDonald KC is an experienced criminal barrister who is well known for his time as chair of the Bar Council. He offers vast experience in complex homicide and major fraud matters, while his prior training as a biochemist only serves to strengthen his performance in matters containing a scientific element. He also often handles regulatory crime cases.

Matthew Donkin is frequently instructed on complex crime cases. His practice spans a broad range of matters, including homicide and fraud offences.

Simon Kealey KC is a respected practitioner who is highly regarded for his advocacy in serious criminal cases. He is especially familiar with cases involving murders, sexual offences, drugs conspiracy and people trafficking. He undertakes public and private cases.

Chloe Fairley is recognised for her wide-ranging general crime practice and excellent advocacy skills. She has a particular focus on defence work and is regularly instructed in cases involving sex crimes, violence and drugs offences.

Tom Storey KC acts for both the defence and the prosecution in a broad range of general criminal cases. He specialises in large-scale, serious criminal matters and is well respected for his deft handling of highly sensitive cases. He is also noted for handling cases involving serious sexual offences.

Geraldine Kelly KC is an experienced criminal practitioner who attracts praise for the strength of her advocacy. She specialises in dealing with serious sexual offences.