UK Bar
Crime - London (Bar)
Senior Treasury Counsel Paul Jarvis is regularly instructed by the CPS, as well as private and legal aid defence clients. He has a wealth of expertise in handling serious sex and homicide cases, and further experience handling cases regarding allegations of child abuse, burglary and terrorism.
Strengths
"He is a go-to barrister at the Old Bailey and has encyclopedic knowledge of the law."
"He is an expert in historical sex offences and is very calm and measured."
POCA Work & Asset Forfeiture - All Circuits
Paul Jarvis defends and prosecutes in confiscation hearings and enforcement proceedings, and is experienced in handling related appeals. His practice encompasses advising individuals and corporations on the cross-border aspects of money laundering. He is regularly instructed by the CPS Proceeds of Crime Unit to prosecute appeals in the Court of Appeal against the decisions of lower courts, and also by local authorities in respect of confiscation proceedings that arise out of regulatory offending.
Strengths
"It's his outstanding intellectual ability that gives him an advantage."
"Paul is exceptionally bright and hard-working. He's a real high-flyer."
