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Crime - London (Bar)
4
Band 4
What the Team is Known For

Barristers at Farringdon Chambers have experience of serious crime cases, including those relating to homicide, firearms and drugs offences, among others. Its barristers are recognised for their impressive capabilities and are regularly called upon to defend complex crime cases. An example of the work undertaken by the set is R v B, a multi-handed murder trial arising from a revenge attack.

Robert Archer is the senior clerk.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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2
Ian Henderson KC
2
Band 2

Ian Henderson KC is a criminal defence specialist who boasts a formidable repertoire of the most serious cases. His experience includes brutal murders (including those of children) as well as cases involving allegations of rape and conspiracy to supply drugs.

"Ian drives cases very smoothly and is an astute tactician. He is a safe pair of hands, reliable and has a good jury manner."

Graham Arnold
3
Graham Arnold
3
Band 3

"Graham is a very able advocate and is extremely clever and a great thinker. He has a tactical nous, knows his brief and is excellent with clients."

Christopher Whitehouse
5
Christopher Whitehouse
5
Band 5

"Christopher is persuasive, intelligent and at the top of his game. He is wonderful with clients, has a calm manner and is an effective cross-examiner."

"His cross-examination is excellent and he has an exceptional manner with the jury."

Claire Davies KC
5
Claire Davies KC
5
Band 5

"She is effective and has an incredible hold of the jury on closing speeches."

"She is very clear in the direction of the case and is a very good advocate."

5
Molly Pinkus
5
Band 5

"Molly is very well regarded and often works with vulnerable witnesses."

6
Ioana Nedelcu
6
Band 6

"Ioana's attention to detail and photographic memory are phenomenal."

Martin McCarthy KC
Martin McCarthy KC
New Silks

"Martin speaks brilliantly and is very well prepared. His cross-examination is excellent because he has such a good tone of voice and deals with witnesses very well."

"Martin is very industrious, sharp and hard-working and he is an all-round first-class counsel."

Ranked Barristers at
Farringdon Chambers

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Band

Silks (KC)

London (Bar)

Crime

2
Ian Henderson KC
2
Band 2
Claire Davies KC
5
Claire Davies KC
5
Band 5
Martin McCarthy KC
Martin McCarthy KC
New Silks

Juniors

London (Bar)

Crime

Graham Arnold
3
Graham Arnold
3
Band 3
Christopher Whitehouse
5
Christopher Whitehouse
5
Band 5
5
Molly Pinkus
5
Band 5
6
Ioana Nedelcu
6
Band 6