Crime | UK Bar

Park Square Barristers houses a strong bench of practitioners experienced in both the prosecution and defence of serious and high-profile criminal cases, and is considered a go-to in the region for large-scale drug conspiracies, homicides and cases involving serious violence. The team is also noted for its expertise in serious sexual offences, with recent instructions including seven linked grooming trials covering 42 defendants. Several of the set's members are specialist rape prosecutors. One source describes Park Square as "a powerhouse set whose criminal team, from pupils to silks, are approachable, knowledgeable and superb advocates."

Exchange Chambers houses a "number of very experienced members capable of dealing with complex cases to the highest standard." Members of the set are often called upon by the CPS to prosecute complex cases, as well as being instructed to defend significant allegations, including homicide and sexual offences. Tenants have recently acted on cases including R v Campbell and others, concerning the torture and murder of a man with the involvement of his ex-wife.