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This section concentrates on what might be deemed 'serious' crime including illegal drugs, assault, sexual offences, terrorism and homicide. Financial crimes, including bribery and corruption, are covered separately. It covers work at all levels, from the Magistrates Court all the way to the Supreme Court and the European Court of Human Rights. Barristers ranked in this table are predominantly based on the Midlands Circuit.
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Rankings overview for Sets

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Band 1

  1. Michael Duck KC
    Michael Duck KC No5 Barristers' Chambers25 Years Ranked
  2. Richard Atkins KC
    Richard Atkins KC St Philips Chambers13 Years Ranked
  3. Jonas Hankin KCNo5 Barristers' Chambers
  4. Michael Burrows KCNo5 Barristers' Chambers
  5. Michelle Heeley KCNo5 Barristers' Chambers
  6. Rachel Brand KCCitadel Chambers
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Band 2

  1. Adrian Keeling KCNo5 Barristers' Chambers
  2. David Mason KCNo5 Barristers' Chambers
  3. Gurdeep Garcha KCCitadel Chambers
  4. John Lloyd-Jones KC36 Crime
  5. Peter Joyce KCNo.1 High Pavement
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Band 3

  1. Allison Summers KC
    Allison Summers KC Drystone Chambers1 Years Ranked
  2. Harpreet Singh Sandhu KC
    Harpreet Singh Sandhu KC No5 Barristers' Chambers13 Years Ranked
  3. Rebecca Wade KC
    Rebecca Wade KC St Philips Chambers5 Years Ranked
  4. Andrew Fisher KCCitadel Chambers
  5. Mark S. Heywood KCNo5 Barristers' Chambers
  6. Timothy Hannam KCCitadel Chambers

New Silks

  1. Jennifer Josephs KC
    Jennifer Josephs KC St Philips Chambers5 Years Ranked
  2. Matthew Brook KCNo5 Barristers' Chambers
1

Band 1

  1. Andrew Jackson
    Andrew Jackson St Philips Chambers28 Years Ranked
2

Band 2

  1. Ben Williams
    Ben Williams St Philips Chambers7 Years Ranked
  2. Claire Howell Drystone Chambers6 Years Ranked
  3. Jonathan Barker
    Jonathan Barker St Philips Chambers4 Years Ranked
  4. Karen Walton
    Karen Walton Drystone Chambers6 Years Ranked
  5. Daniel OscroftNo5 Barristers' Chambers
  6. David JacksonSt Ives Chambers
  7. John O'HigginsNo5 Barristers' Chambers
  8. Martin LiddiardNo5 Barristers' Chambers
  9. Oliver WoolhouseCornwall Street Chambers
  10. William Douglas-JonesSt Philips Chambers
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Band 3

  1. Lisa Hardy
    Lisa Hardy The 36 Group1 Years Ranked
  2. Antonie MullerNo5 Barristers' Chambers
  3. Ben CloseSt Philips Chambers
  4. Justin JarmolaCitadel Chambers
  5. Nadia Silver36 Crime
  6. Sarah Knight36 Crime
  7. Sharon BahiaNo5 Barristers' Chambers
  8. Tim PoleNo5 Barristers' Chambers

New Silks

  1. Tom WalklingSt Philips Chambers

All Sets profiles

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Band 1

  1. No5 Barristers' Chambers
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    No5 Barristers' Chambers
    Crime
    2025 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked

    No5 Barristers' Chambers retains its reputation as a leading set for criminal work on the Midlands Circuit, with a "large selection of excellent barristers" who regularly act for both the prosecution and the defence. Members are experienced in the handling of cases involving serious crimes such as homicides, sexual offences and corporate manslaughter. Additional areas of expertise for the team include criminal frauds and terrorism cases. Tenants have recently been instructed in cases including R v Mayo, regarding the prosecution of a woman charged with the historic murder of her new-born son.

    Tony McDaid is the director of clerking.

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  2. St Philips Chambers
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    St Philips Chambers
    Crime
    2025 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked

    The barristers at St Philips Chambers are regularly instructed in complex criminal cases and have experience of appearing before the courts at all levels, up to and including the Supreme Court and the International Criminal Court. The set houses considerable expertise in serious crimes, including sexual offences, murder, terrorism and large-scale conspiracies, and its barristers are regularly called upon to act for both the prosecution and the defence. Recent case highlights for set members include R v Margol, concerning the homicide of a taxi driver over a dispute over the fare.

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Band 2

  1. 36 Crime
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    36 Crime
    Crime
    2025 | Band 2 | 12 Years Ranked

    36 Crime is a London-based chambers with a strong presence in the Midlands whose "members actively engage in cutting-edge litigation, shaping legal precedents and pushing boundaries". Areas of expertise for the set's tenants include serious and violent crimes, such as sexual offences and murders. The team is also well regarded for its handling of cybercrime, organised crime and drug trafficking cases. Recent cases for the set have included R v Barrow, arising out of the death of a family of three after their neighbour set fire to their home.

    Michelle Simpson is the criminal practice manager.

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  2. Citadel Chambers
    Crime
    2025 | Band 2
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Band 3

  1. St Ives Chambers
    3
    St Ives Chambers
    Crime
    2025 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked

    St Ives Chambers is an impressive set, noted for its expert handling of cases arising from the full range of criminal offences. Members are well versed in complex and serious crimes such as murders, sexual offences and human trafficking, and are regularly instructed in multi-handed cases. Matters involving drug importation and high-value frauds are also key areas of strength for the team.

    Daniel Giles is the criminal practice group manager.

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  2. No.1 High Pavement
    Crime
    2025 | Band 3
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