Riel Karmy-Jones KC
UK Bar Guide 2025
Band 4 : Crime
Email address
[email protected]Contact number
020 7520 6000Share profile
Band 4
About
Provided by Riel Karmy-Jones KC
Practice Areas
“A renowned barrister best known for acting in cases in the murky world of organised crime”, Riel prosecutes and defends. “A wise and
experienced advocate respected by all, she handles the worst-case scenarios in court with a calm and measured approach…. She is an
outstanding jury advocate.” Nominated for Criminal Silk of 2019, recognised in the Lawyer Hot 100 list in 2020, Riel’s background lies in highprofile
cases: homicide, serious organised crime, and sexual offences, with an emphasis on long running complex investigations. Known for her
work in Modern Slavery, she has been described as “simply outstanding - the lead in Human Trafficking Prosecutions in England and Wales”.
“Measured, calm and efficient”, and “one of the most incisive advocates used by the CPS, one of her many strengths is her ability to grasp the key
issues in complex and sensitive cases and to provide advice of the highest quality. Her witness-handling skills are impressive; She can be wholly
relied upon to treat vulnerable witnesses with care, empathy and professionalism to ensure that their best evidence is given”.
Career
Called: 1995; Silk: 2015.
Publications
Archbold Criminal Pleading and Evidence; Rook and Ward on Sexual Offences; “Abuse of Process; Human Rights in Criminal Law”