Crime
UK Bar Guide 2025 : South Eastern (Bar)
Band 2
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(020) 7797 8400Chambers Review
Six Pump Court is a popular set with an impressive profile in Kent and a strong bench of silks and juniors, who have "excellent attention to detail throughout both preparation and trial". Its barristers regularly prosecute and defend a range of serious criminal cases, including murders, drug conspiracies and sexual assault. Recent instructions include the defence of Jack Benham, who was accused of murdering his 18-month-old stepson.
Richard Constable is the senior clerk at the set.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Six Pump Court has the best clerks in the business, who provide an excellent service."
"The clerks are knowledgeable and identify the best counsel for the brief."
"The clerks are proactive and amazing. They are friendly, professional and extremely skilful, particularly in these difficult times."
"Six Pump Court has the best clerks in the business, who provide an excellent service."
"The clerks are knowledgeable and identify the best counsel for the brief."
"The clerks are proactive and amazing. They are friendly, professional and extremely skilful, particularly in these difficult times."
Notable Practitioners
Danny Moore is a highly rated junior who specialises in multi-defendant and multi-complainant cases. He has gained considerable expertise in historic and current sexual abuse cases, especially those involving professionals and institutions. He also has experience of cases concerning violent crime, fraud and firearms. He has additional expertise in cases involving allegations of large drugs conspiracies.
"He is very popular with lay and professional clients alike, extremely hard-working and a tenacious advocate."
"He is a quality advocate and there is no better tactician. He has the ability to bring humour and charm and make people listen, and makes the extraordinary look ordinary."
John Fitzgerald is an experienced junior with a notable practice in criminal matters. He regularly acts for the defence and the prosecution, and handles cases involving allegations of murder and serious sexual offences.
"His preparation is faultless and his advocacy is spellbinding. John is experienced and knowledgeable; a fiercely passionate advocate and a formidable opponent."
"John is a very capable advocate, who sees the issue that requires focus and attention very quickly. He is both efficient and persuasive."
Nina Ellin KC acts for both the prosecution and defence in a wide range of criminal cases. She has particular experience handling cases involving young or vulnerable witnesses and clients.
"She is extremely able and a very focused advocate. She is strong and precise and argues her cases with conviction and ability. She is both trusted and respected."
"Nina intellectually is a class apart."
Richard Barraclough KC is a highly experienced and accomplished silk who both prosecutes and defends a wide range of criminal cases. His caseload includes matters concerning serious sexual offences, violent crime and homicides.He is also experienced in the handling of cases involving fraud and proceeds of crime.
"He is hard-working and stands out because of his quiet presence."
Daniel Stevenson is adept at prosecuting and defending serious criminal cases. He is frequently sought out for his representation in proceedings involving organised and violent crimes.
"Daniel is an extremely good prosecutor."
Kieran Brand frequently prosecutes and defends general and financial crime cases. His recent work includes cases related to GBH, death by dangerous driving, sexual offences and rape.
"Kieran is very diligent and hard-working."
Peter Alcock offers notable expertise in the prosecution and defence of a range of criminal cases. His recent experience includes cases concerning GBH, aggravated burglary, murder and attempted kidnap.
"He is a thoughtful and considered advocate of real ability, who's persuasive and always well-prepared."
Emin Kandola splits her crime practice between prosecuting and defending serious crime. She has experience both led and unled handling assaults and sexual offences as well as prison mutiny.