Crime - Western (Bar)
What the Team is Known For
Queen Square Chambers is a reputable set on the Western Circuit noted for its expert handling of complex and high-profile criminal cases. Members are regularly instructed to both prosecute and defend cases relating to serious crimes such as drugs conspiracies, high-value frauds and violent assaults. The team is also well regarded for its expertise in murders and terrorism offences. Barristers at Queen Square were instructed in R v Warnock, concerning the homicide of the defendant's infant daughter.
Strengths
"The clerking team at Queen Square Chambers are responsive."
"The clerks are quick and easy to deal with and match counsel to the case and the clients."
"Senior criminal and regulatory clerk Colleen Inker is excellent."
Notable Practitioners
Charles Row KC has a strong reputation in criminal matters, focusing his practice on fraud and business crime, sexual abuse matters and murder. His regulatory work involves acting in a range of health and safety and trading standards cases. He is well equipped to deal with young and vulnerable witnesses, as well as defendants with mental illness. "Charles is very knowledgeable and he has great client care skills." "Charles is calm and persuasive to judge and jury."
David Maunder is sought out for his expertise in handling a range of serious criminal cases involving murder, sexual violence and coercive behaviour. He is a Grade 3 prosecutor and is on the Crown Prosecution RASSO panel. "An excellent choice for sexual offending work, he is experienced, courageous and has excellent written advocacy."
Robin Shellard specialises in handling sexual offence claims, particularly those that involve crimes against children and accusations of historic sexual abuse. He is frequently instructed in cases that concern drug conspiracies, fraud and matters involving firearm legislation. He also prosecutes for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency. "Robin is a great trial advocate."
James Tucker is experienced in the handling of serious criminal cases involving violence and sexual assault. He regularly appears in trials and in appellate proceedings. "James is an excellent option for a range of defence work. He is strong on detail and disclosure and very easy to work with." "He is very helpful and always available to discuss a case. Clients find him very easy to understand." "James is really diligent and an excellent advocate who is very persuasive."
