Michael Field
UK Guide 2025
Band 3 : Crime
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Provided by Michael Field
Practice Areas
Michael is an experienced and specialist advocate with a strong track record of dealing with serious and high-profile cases. Highly regarded for his trial advocacy, Michael enjoys an impressive record in winning jury trials that he prepares meticulously.
His advocacy experience encompasses a wide range of cases including serious fraud, rape, serious and high-level drug supply, and murder. He has appeared against Queens Counsel and successfully appeared as an advocate in the Court of Appeal (Criminal Division).
He also provides specialist assistance in challenging Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) investigations and prosecutions. He has represented a number of landlords relating to alleged breaches of both the licensing regime and the Management of Houses in Multiple Occupation (England) Regulations 2006.
He set up Freemans crime department and has continued to lead/co-lead since, ensuring the team maintains a reputation for high-quality work.
He provides legal training to senior lawyers and has appeared as a guest university lecturer. He is also an Independent Funding Adjudicator, appointed following a recommendation by an Advisory Assessment Panel to the Lord Chancellor.
Professional Memberships
Criminal bar association
CLAS
Chambers Review
UK
Michael Field is joint head of the crime department at Freemans and also leads its in-house advocacy team. He is an experienced trial advocate who represents clients facing a wide range of serious criminal charges, including complex multi-handed murder cases.
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"Michael's profound understanding of legal intricacies was evident in his strategic approach, ensuring a robust defence."
"Michael was always available when I needed him for advice and always gave the time to listen. He made me feel comfortable and calm all the way through my case."
"Michael's approach is marked by a combination of legal acumen and genuine empathy. His unwavering support and reassurance to clients during trials is invaluable."
"Michael is knowledgeable, approachable and a fantastic lawyer."
"Completely dependable, his integrity as well as compassion to his clients is as notable as his dedication to his duty and work."
"Michael's profound understanding of legal intricacies was evident in his strategic approach, ensuring a robust defence."
"Michael was always available when I needed him for advice and always gave the time to listen. He made me feel comfortable and calm all the way through my case."
"Michael's approach is marked by a combination of legal acumen and genuine empathy. His unwavering support and reassurance to clients during trials is invaluable."
"Michael is knowledgeable, approachable and a fantastic lawyer."
"Completely dependable, his integrity as well as compassion to his clients is as notable as his dedication to his duty and work."
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