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Leading Silks

Dafydd Enoch KCKBW ‘Dafydd is an exceptional advocate. He is a tenacious cross-examiner.’
Paul Greaney KCNew Park Court Chambers ‘Paul is a brilliant man with formidable intelligence and an approach to advocacy. He is thorough, engaging, skilled, and efficient. He is humble and personable on a professional level.’
Abdul Iqbal KCPark Square Barristers Ltd. ‘Abdul is an exceptionally charming advocate with a wide range. He can be both measured and forceful, as occasion demands. A hugely impressive performer who is always completely at ease with his audience, whether judge or jury.’
Nicholas Lumley KCNew Park Court Chambers ‘Nicholas is an exceptional advocate who takes the most challenging cases in his stride. His calm, confident manner appeals to judges and juries. His approach to vulnerable clients instils confidence, and he supports them through the court process.’
Peter Moulson KCPark Square Barristers Ltd. ‘Peter is a talented and natural jury advocate. His closing speeches, in particular, are compelling, persuasive and always well-prepared. He is a great operator who recognises the value of working well and collaboratively with the team.’
Christopher Tehrani KCExchange Chambers 'Christopher is a fine advocate. He is thoughtful, precise and effective. His legal knowledge is detailed and reliable.'
Richard Wright KCPark Square Barristers Ltd. ‘Richard’s preparation is timely, and paperwork is always first-class, well-argued, reasoned and supported.’
Toby Hedworth KCTrinity Chambers ‘Toby is a fantastic advocate. He is tactically astute and always in total command of his brief. He can connect with a jury, explaining often complex technical and factual evidence in a clear and accessible manner.’
Kama Melly KCPark Square Barristers Ltd. ‘Kama is a real specialist in cases with vulnerable witnesses. She is particularly good at co-ordinating multi-handed cases.’
Nicholas de la Poer KCNew Park Court Chambers ‘Nicholas is simply outstanding. He ticks all the boxes and impresses everyone within the justice system. He is immaculate in his preparation and presentation.’
Stephen Wood KCBroadway House Chambers ‘Stephen can master the facts of a complex case and develop a case strategy quickly and efficiently. His encyclopaedic knowledge of the law means he can tackle any thorny legal issue calmly and persuasively. He is a true advocate.’
Sharon Beattie KC – New Park Court Chambers 'Sharon is a class act and reliable with paperwork. She is clear, fearless, determined, and has the respect of her peers.'
David Brooke KCKBW ‘David has a calm and pleasant manner with complainants and witnesses is exceptional. His level of preparation is of the highest standard from the outset of cases.’
Michelle Colborne KC – Broadway House Chambers 'Michelle is fiercely intelligent, intuitive and incredibly hard-working. In court, her clear and direct advocacy powerfully commands the room. Her case preparation is second to none, and she is exceptionally adept at communicating with and including the lay client throughout proceedings.'
Andrew Haslam KCExchange Chambers ‘Andrew is a hard-working barrister who masters the details in big cases.’
Gul Nawaz Hussain KC33 Bedford Row North 'Gul is a fantastic trial advocate. His closing speeches are second to none, and he captivates the attention of juries with effortless ease.'
David Lamb KC – Dere Street Barristers 'David's huge assets are his attention to detail, his preparation and client care. No stone is left unturned, and his calm and collective manner with witnesses and jurors is second to none.'
Mark McKone KCPark Square Barristers Ltd. ‘Mark has a tremendous capacity for hard work. His preparation is first-class in drafting well-judged legal arguments. On his feet, he is thoughtful and impressive, demonstrating a forensic knowledge of the facts.’
Richard Thyne KCSt John’s Buildings ‘Richard's attention to detail is outstanding. His advocacy quality demonstrates just how much preparatory work he undertakes. His written submissions are a pleasure to read.’

2024 Silks

Denise Breen-Lawton KCSt Philips Chambers ‘Denise is an excellent barrister, and her attention to detail is remarkable. She is a fearless advocate who cross-examines to great effect.’
Rupert Doswell KC – KBW 'Rupert has a fantastic ability to adapt his advocacy to his audience. He has an appetite for winning, which gives him a strong determination in any case.'
Tom Storey KCNew Park Court Chambers ‘Tom has an exceptional eye for detail. He is calm and unflappable in his dealings with others. His courtroom advocacy is wonderfully measured, thoughtful and engaging.’

2025 Silks

Gillian Batts KC  – Park Square Barristers Ltd. ‘Gillian is highly organised, has tactical nous and is effective in cross-examination. Her written work is also impressive.’
Geraldine Kelly KC – New Park Court Chambers 'Geraldine has a great court manner. She appears to be very calm but is very focused and strategic.'

Leading Juniors

Charlotte Baines – Wilberforce Chambers ‘Charlotte is a force to be reckoned with. Her cross-examinations are skilful and effective. Her closing speeches are incredibly persuasive. She has an impressive command over the courtroom that captivates jurors. She represents every client to the absolute best of her ability.’
Jane BradySt Paul’s Chambers 'Jane is diligent and client-focused, with a gentle but precise approach to representing clients.'
Anne RichardsonDere Street Barristers ‘Anne is down to earth and has a commanding presence, excellent with juries and witnesses.’
Catherine SilvertonPark Square Barristers Ltd. ‘Catherine is a top-class act. Her tactical prowess is second to none.’
Robert StevensonPark Square Barristers Ltd. ‘Robert is the finest junior on the circuit. He is the best cross-examiner in the business.’
Michele Stuart-Lofthouse – Wilberforce Chambers 'Michele is a class act. She leaves no stone unturned in terms of case preparation and trial strategy. Her courtroom advocacy is measured but robust where needed.'
Taryn TurnerPark Square Barristers Ltd. ‘Taryn is very thorough with her work and makes a great effort with the clients to ensure the right outcome is reached for them. She pays attention to detail. Her advocacy skills are excellent.’
Laura Addy – Park Square BarristersLaura leaves no stone unturned and is meticulous in her preparation and advice. She is an effective advocate.’
Adam BirkbyNew Park Court Chambers ‘Adam is highly able and extremely diligent.’
Tony CornbergTrinity Chambers ‘Tony is an excellent advocate. In a trial, he is an effective force, both in eliciting information from witnesses in the box and in his closing speeches, which are engaging for the jury.’
Anthony DavisDere Street Barristers ‘Anthony is a fantastic advocate with a tremendous legal brain. His ability to win trials is legendary.’
Eleanor FryNew Park Court ChambersEleanor is a highly accomplished junior. She knows her case inside out and can see points that others have not. Her advocacy is both focused and persuasive.
Chloe HudsonNew Park Court Chambers ‘Chloe is incredibly hard-working and efficient and has good insight into the issues.’
Julian JonesPark Square Barristers Ltd. ‘Julian is unparalleled in his commitment to the cases he undertakes and provides professional and lay clients alike. He is meticulous in his approach to instruction-taking and trial preparation in general.’
Conor QuinnKBW ‘Conor is always extremely well-prepared. He has sound judgement as to the real issues in the case. His grasp of the law and ability to analyse legal issues means he is always prepared to argue a difficult legal point should it arise.’
Rebecca Randall – Park Square Barristers ‘Rebecca is a committed and excellent advocate. She is very hard-working and has an engaging and persuasive advocacy style.’
Paul Abrahams – Park Square Barristers 'Paul is a consummate professional, polite and interacts seamlessly with clients and fellow professionals.'
Claire Anderson - New Park Court Chambers 'Claire is an excellent barrister. She is brilliant with lay clients, and her forthright, honest approach is a real strength. Her approach in court allows her to maintain a very positive yet professional rapport with colleagues and the judiciary. She is focused, immaculately prepared and highly persuasive.'
Charles BlatchfordSt Philips Chambers ‘Charles has a commanding presence in court, stands his ground and pushes back against judicial overreach.’
Dale Brook – Wilberforce Chambers ‘Dale is excellent with difficult clients, tenacious but professional and convivial as an opponent counsel.’
Lucy Brown – Park Square Barristers 'Lucy has a good knowledge of criminal law, very aware of strengths and weaknesses in cases.'
Holly Clegg – Park Square Barristers Ltd. ‘Holly is a diligent and organised barrister. She is calm and assured with clients, witnesses, opponents and judges alike.’
Matthew Donkin – New Park Court Chambers 'Matthew prepares, researches and presents his cases meticulously. He can get to grips with complex evidence and is comfortable advocating before tribunals at the highest level. His cross-examination is robust and thorough. He presents cases fairly and with integrity.'
Benjamin Donnell - Crown Chambers 'Benjamin is an exceptionally articulate barrister who brings his general bonhomie to every case.'
Eddison Flint  – Exchange Chambers ‘Eddison is exceptional with clients. He is diligent and not afraid to stand his ground.’
David Godfrey – Crown Chambers ‘David's advocacy is excellent. He has particular expertise in cross-examining vulnerable witnesses. He is robust but reasonable and is well-liked and respected by judges, juries and his opponents. A highly capable junior.’
Kristina Goodwin – St Pauls Chambers ‘Kristina is an outstanding barrister. She is always exceptionally well prepared and has an excellent manner with juries.’
Susan Hirst – Park Square Barristers 'Susan works extremely well with the defendants she represents. She goes above and beyond, is very approachable, and her advocacy skills are exceptional.'
Richard Holland - New Park Court Chambers 'Richard is extremely thorough and tenacious and pays close attention to detail. His preparation is first-class, and has a strong command of his brief.'
Sarah Hopkinson - KBW 'Sarah is an extremely talented junior who can deal with voluminous and complex material with ease.'
Soheil KhanPark Square Barristers Ltd. Soheil is very approachable and a realistic tactician. He is always prepared and takes a robust yet pragmatic view of his cases.‘
Stephen Littlewood – KBW 'Stephen has a calm manner. He is a capable pair of hands in difficult situations. He is very bright and brings qualities to bear all his cases.'
Susannah Proctor – New Park Court Chambers 'Susannah is brilliant. As a trial advocate, she has a calming, personable and highly persuasive approach. She is always meticulous in her preparation.'
Rachel Scott – Wilberforce Chambers ‘Rachel is a stand-out junior. Her persuasive advocacy, well-reasoned arguments, and down-to-earth approach instil confidence in judges, juries and clients, both professional and lay.’
Jessica Slaughter - New Park Court Chambers 'Jessica is very competent, hardworking and well-prepared. Her documents are well-researched, legally sound and timely.'
Ayesha Smart  – 33 Bedford Row 'Ayesha has a calming presence. She is a confident advocate who is particularly adept at dealing with complicated legal issues and straightforwardly presenting them.'
Jane Waugh – Dere Street Barristers ‘Jane is very fair and has an endearing manner with the jury. She is also very good with witnesses who are nervous or require reassurance.’
Christopher Wood – Park Square Barristers 'Chris can absorb substantial volumes of data in short order whilst at the same time maintaining meticulous attention to detail.' 
Ellen Wright – Park Square Barristers ‘Ellen is a very skilled advocate. She can explain complicated legal points in a concise and easily understandable way for both lay clients and juries.’

Rising Stars

Michael Forrest – Wilberforce Chambers ‘Michael is a great advocate. He is good with clients, taking the time to explain matters to them. He will ensure that he puts across all points in mitigation on behalf of his client.’
Benjamin Hammersley - Crown Chambers 'Ben is calm but forceful, taking his points with great care but putting them persuasively and in a way that the jury is likely to have found compelling.'
Celine Kart – Park Square Barristers ‘Celine is an exceptional barrister who consistently goes above and beyond for her clients. She presents confidently and persuasively in court, with strong advocacy skills.’
Eleanor Mitten – Park Square Barristers 'Eleanor has exceptional client care skills, outstanding patience, a great focus on strategy despite adversity or changing landscape, and an exceptional work ethic.'
Charlotte Noddings – Exchange Chambers ‘Charlotte’s advocacy is of a very high standard. She can think one step ahead of the prosecution and prepare accordingly.’
Sam Ponniah - KBW 'Sam is an excellent advocate. He is friendly and approachable.'
Sam Roxborough –Park Square Barristers 'Sam is a very knowledgeable individual and an excellent cross-examiner. He is very professional and has a great demeanour with his clients and witnesses.'
Oliver Shipley – Wilberforce Chambers ‘Oliver is a very good advocate, with an attention to detail.’
Connor Stuart – Wilberforce Barristers 'Connor is a very adaptable and capable barrister. He has a good ability to grasp complex facts and present them in a simple and straightforward way to jurors and judges alike. He is adaptable, confident and a pleasure to work with.'
Leila Taleb – Park Square Barristers 'Leila is a brilliant barrister. She is very able in all aspects of a complex trial and a true pleasure to instruct.'
Lily Wildman – Park Square Barristers 'Lily has an excellent manner with clients, providing sound advice. She is a highly persuasive advocate with experience beyond her call, enabling her to tailor her submissions to the tribunal.'

Crime (general and fraud) in Regional Bar

New Park Court Chambers


New Park Court Chambers is a ‘well-regarded set, with strength in depth throughout the criminal team’, handling both high-profile prosecution and defence work. Robert Smith KC prosecuted in the trial of a defendant extradited from Pakistan, who was convicted of masterminding the 2005 robbery that resulted in the murder of PC Sharon Beshenivsky. ‘An exceptional barrister’, Nicholas Lumley KC is regarded as ‘the best choice of barrister for vulnerable or technical cases’, and defended a schoolboy charged with the murder of another pupil, an incident that occurred in front of dozens of children and staff at a city school. Adam Birkby successfully prosecuted a woman who was sentenced to three years for failing to disclose her teenage son’s Islamic fundamentalist-inspired suicide bomb plot. The team was bolstered at the senior end following Geraldine Kelly KC‘s elevation to silk in March 2025.

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‚All of the team are communicative, cooperative and assistive. Teresa Pugh is recommended.‘

‚Teresa Pugh is always helpful.‘

‚The clerks are personable and quick to respond to urgent requests.‘

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Park Square Barristers Ltd.


Park Square Barristers is praised as ‘a chambers offering the highest calibre of barristers, available at short notice and always willing to go that extra mile to assist clients’. Richard Wright KC secured the conviction of a former Gateshead police officer for manslaughter, following the fatal assault of his wife, a matter in which complex medical evidence proved key in establishing that the death was not accidental. Peter Moulson KC successfully prosecuted three teenagers for murder and attempted murder after a violent house break-in; all were convicted under joint enterprise and sentenced to life. ‘A highly skilled and experienced counsel’, Taryn Turner is a leading junior with expertise spanning serious violence, organised crime, drugs trafficking, and sexual offences. Catherine Silverton, ‘a fearsome advocate’,  was instructed by the National Crime Agency to prosecute a defendant charged with raping and sexually abusing ten child victims. In March 2025, Gillian Batts KC was appointed to silk.

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‚The senior clerk, Andrew Thornton, is a good clerk and always so helpful.‘

‚The clerks are very helpful, responsive, and willing to go out of their way to assist. An absolute delight to work with – with Andrew Thornton being a star individual to deal with.‘

‚Dan Fougler is always helpful and responds immediately.‘

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Dere Street Barristers


Dere Street Barristers is renowned for its ‘brilliant, dedicated, and persuasive advocates, handling cases of the utmost gravity across all practice areas’. John Elvidge KC was recently instructed to prosecute a case involving five men charged with the attempted murder of a 16-year-old boy in Salford. Elvidge KC also a represented a defendant facing charges of murder and attempted murder for encouraging his father - who was represented by Peter Makepeace KC - to drive into a group in revenge for an earlier attack – the accused was convicted of manslaughter and causing grievous bodily harm, but the latter conviction was quashed on appeal. Anne Richardson prosecuted a man sentenced to eight years after being convicted of seven counts of perverting the course of justice for making false rape allegations against multiple men.

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Craig Mead is the shining light in the set of chambers.‘

‚Craig Mead is a wholly outstanding clerk, always available, tremendously efficient and deals with his huge workload professionally.‘

‚The clerks are always available and supportive of your cases and achieving the best outcome for our clients.‘

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Exchange Chambers


Exchange Chambers is regularly sought after for both prosecuting and defending in a wide range of high-profile criminal cases, including homicide, drug conspiracies, and serious sexual offences. Nicholas Johnson KC achieved an acquittal of both murder and manslaughter for a defendant accused of murdering a friend with a hunting knife at a Christmas party. Christopher Tehrani KC, instructed by the CPS, prosecuted two gang members charged with conspiracy to transfer firearms and supply Class A and B drugs. Eddison Flint is currently defending a defendant charged with the murder of a 72-year-old man, alongside her partner.

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‚The clerks provide a high standard of service.‘

‚The clerks are always contactable and informative and act efficiently to resolve any diary conflicts.‘

‚The clerks are well organised and efficient.‘

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St Pauls Chambers


St Pauls Chambers, described as ‘a reliable set’, represents clients in high-profile cases involving a wide spectrum of serious criminal offences, from complex murders and drug conspiracies to child cruelty and sexual offences. Jane Brady successfully acted for a defendant acquitted of grooming offences dating back to the 1990s in a case involving twelve defendants, eight of whom were convicted. Kristina Goodwin, who is ‘very good at navigating prosecution cases and leaves no stone unturned’, was instructed by the CPS in a case where the defendant imported heroin from Pakistan in three packages via post, claiming he was framed by ex-business associates, but DNA and fingerprint evidence proved he handled the drugs’ packaging.

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‚Jayne Drake is superb. Very knowledgeable and approachable.‘

‚All the clerks are approachable and will go out of their way to assist, even when we need help at the last minute.‘

‚The clerking team ensures efficient availability of counsel, maintaining high standards of client service.‘

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Trinity Chambers


Trinity Chambers has built a strong reputation for its criminal law expertise, frequently handling high-profile cases. Caroline Goodwin KC brings extensive experience in prosecuting and defending homicide, sexual offences, and organised crime cases. Toby Hedworth KC, praised for his ability to ‘control the court from the moment he stands to speak’, represented a defendant charged with murder and wounding with intent in a joint enterprise case. Christopher Knox is well versed in assisting with a broad range of homicide and financial crime matters, while Tony Cornberg represented a 15-year-old girl charged with the murder and attempted murder of a father and son, both alleged to be paedophiles who raped the defendant's sister.

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‚Clerks are excellent, particularly Liam Gorman, who has an iron-clad grasp on everything and offers a brilliant service.‘

‚Trinity Chambers is an excellent set. It has a good range of barristers.‘

‚Trinity Chambers has a good barrister in its criminal team.‘

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Broadway House Chambers


At Broadway House Chambers, members have significant expertise in handling the full spectrum of criminal law. Stephen Wood KC, ‘an exceptional advocate whose ability to get to the heart of the matter quickly is second to none’, was instructed by the CPS in a murder prosecution where defendant knocked the victim unconscious in an unprovoked attack and left him to burn to death in a flat already engulfed in flames. Michelle Colborne KC successfully prosecuted a joint enterprise case, where one defendant pleaded guilty to murder and was sentenced to life with a minimum of 17-and-a-half years, while the other was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 13 years in prison.

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‚Neil Terry and Joshua Knight are very good at their jobs and happy to assist with case queries. They try their best to accommodate counsel when needed.‘

‚Broadway House Chambers is a well-respected chamber with a consistent quality of work.‘

‚Broadway House Chambers is a thriving set with respected silks and juniors alike.‘

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KBW


KBW is widely regarded as ‘a lovely set of chambers’ home to ‘counsel with a broad range of experience’. Dafydd Enoch KC recently acted in defence of a man accused of murdering his then-girlfriend, who was six months pregnant at the time of the alleged offence. David Brooke KC, described as ‘an experienced and very able advocate’, is frequently instructed in complex murder cases.

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‚Jayne Turner is extremely good at her job and ensures that things run smoothly.‘

‚Jayne Turner is the senior criminal clerk and is a pleasure to deal with. She is organised, friendly and extremely competent, a real credit to KBW.‘

‚Clerks are always ready to help.‘





Wilberforce Barristers


The team at Wilberforce Barristers boasts a solid track record in handling the full gamut of serious criminal work, with recent instructions spanning murder, sexual offences, and major drug conspiracies. Charlotte Baines is ‘an exceptionally well-organised barrister, particularly adept at prosecuting multi-handed trials’, and is currently being instructed by the CPS in a multi-defendant case involving street dealers charged with murder and drug supply from a local crack den. Michele Stuart-Lofthouse, hailed as ‘a real class act’, is know for ‘achieving outstanding results in the most serious and complex of cases’. Oliver Shipley, praised as ‘a jury advocate’, recently secured an acquittal for a defendant - with previous convictions for the same offence -  in a case concerning allegations of dealing Class A drugs.

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‚The clerks are very efficient, notably Wayne Stevens. He replies promptly to enquiries and is honest about counsels‘ availability.‘

‚The criminal clerks are super, and calls and emails are always returned.‘

‚The clerks are helpful and accommodating.‘

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