Tom Worden

Tom Worden is a highly respected criminal law specialist with extensive experience in both defending and prosecuting a broad range of serious and complex criminal cases. His practice covers general crime and fraud & financial crime.

Tom is regularly instructed as both sole counsel and led junior in lengthy, multi-defendant trials. These cases often involve substantial volumes of material and demand rigorous attention to detail—an area in which Tom excels. He is particularly recognised for his skill in managing complex disclosure and evidential issues, making him a sought-after advocate in high-stakes litigation.

His general crime practice encompasses cases involving homicide, serious violence, organised crime, drug trafficking, and sexual offences. Tom is renowned for his meticulous preparation, incisive legal analysis, and commanding presence in court.

In addition to his trial work, Tom has also appeared in the Court of Appeal (Criminal Division), successfully handling appeals, and in the High Court, successfully representing clients at appeals by way of case stated.

Called in 2017

Criminal Bar Association

The South Eastern Circuit

Honourable Society of the Inner Temple

Grade 3 CPS Counsel

CPS RASSO panel