Crime

Richard Wright KC is a masterful silk and head of chambers. He has experience acting both for the prosecution and the defence in serious criminal cases. His broad practice also includes specialism in fraud and homicide. He has particular expertise in cases which involve complex medical evidence.

"He never fails to impress and makes the impossible look effortless."

"He has achieved celebrity status on the North Eastern circuit through his dedication to perfecting his craft."

"He is incredibly engaging and particularly skilled at digesting complex material to make it comprehensible to the lay person. He's incredibly positive, affable and really proactive."

Abdul Iqbal KC is a well-regarded criminal defence barrister. He is noted for his expert handling of complex murder, arms trafficking, money laundering and serious organised crime cases.

"Abdul is a very well established silk and very well regarded. He is very bright and used to dealing with challenging cases."

Catherine Silverton is a criminal defence specialist who is regularly instructed in serious crime cases such as murder, manslaughter, organised crime and sex offences. She has substantial experience of cross-examining children and medical experts.

"Catherine has the ability to handle complex evidence. She is a quality advocate, with impeccable judgement."

Craig Hassall KC has vast experience in criminal work, covering violent and organised crime, sexual offences, and road traffic offences. Although he does accept defence instructions, Hassall predominantly acts for the prosecution, including in cases where the defendant is a minor.

"He is a very highly effective practitioner and a very respected criminal silk."

"He is a strong advocate and always extremely well prepared. He is very calm and a very thoughtful advocate."

"Craig is very organised and a very slick barrister."

Kama Melly KC is a well-regarded silk who is frequently instructed for the defence and prosecution of serious and complex criminal matters. She specialises in cases involving child defendants and sexual offences.

"She is an excellent and caring practitioner, who has forensic detail. She is a great advocate."

Mark McKone KC receives praise for his skilled advocacy on behalf of both the prosecution and the defence. He handles a diverse range of significant matters, specialising in serious sexual assaults and rape.He is a Grade 4 prosecutor who appears on rape and serious organised crime panels.

"Mark is a pleasure to work with. He is fair, realistic and able to handle his clients with a human touch."

"Mark captures the whole room when he starts speaking and sets everyone at ease. You know you are in the presence of a master when Mark is around."

"He is a very calm and strategic operator who is very personable and a great opponent."

Andrew Semple is a highly experienced junior who regularly acts for both the prosecution and the defence in criminal cases. His caseload includes sexual abuse, murders and drug-related offences.

"He is a class act and a brilliant advocate."

"Andrew is excellent at all levels."

Julian Jones prosecutes and defends complex criminal cases involving fraud, sexual assault and homicide. He possesses particular expertise in disclosure.

"Julian is fastidious."

Matthew Harding is a respected barrister who has experience handling the full gamut of criminal matters, including cases concerning firearms, people trafficking and dangerous driving. He also undertakes cases involving serious sexual offences.

"He is a very good and a very attractive operator."

Michael Collins is a junior whose criminal practice covers defending and prosecuting a broad range of matters. He is particularly noted for his expert handling of drug trafficking, motor crime and sexual abuse cases. He also has expertise defending homicide offences.

"He is a truly exceptional advocate who never fails to please both professional and lay clients."

"He is an excellent junior."

Patrick Palmer is an experienced junior who covers a wide range of criminal matters. He offers notable expertise in areas such as serious sex offences, homicide and motor crimes.He also has significant experience in drug conspiracy cases.

"Patrick is very professional and a good barrister."

Robert Stevenson is noted for his ability to prosecute and defend serious criminal cases. He is a Grade 4 prosecutor with experience handling homicides, drug-related offences and serious organised crimes.

"He has an ability to absorb and manage huge amounts of data and distil large cases into a format that is easily presented to and taken in by the jury."

"He is exceptionally intelligent, thorough and in his element before the court."

"Robert connects with clients, judges and juries with ease and his powerful cross-examination is a force to be reckoned with."