Regulatory Law
James is a senior and specialist criminal practitioner with a heavy emphasis on complex and serious defence work. He is frequently instructed on a privately funded basis with a view to providing a true cradle to grave service. His client care and devotion to those who instruct him to assist their cause is second to none.
Expertise: Bribery and Corruption, Complex Fraud, Homicide Related Offences, Drugs and Organised Crime, Regulatory Law, Rape & Serious Sexual Offences
A specialist criminal and regulatory practitioner with a national practice and proven track record for success. Fiercely independent, he is highly motivated and professional, possessing a single minded approach to his client’s interests, whilst being totally committed to every case.
Expertise: Complex Fraud, Homicide Related Offences, Drugs and Organised Crime, Terrorism Offences, Professional Misconduct, Regulatory Law, Rape & Serious Sexual Offences, Modern Slavery & Human Exploitation, Proceeds of Crime Act Confiscation & Asset Recovery
Simon is a specialist criminal practitioner with an emphasis on complex and serious defence work; often on a privately funded basis.
Expertise: Drugs and Organised Crime, Homicide Related Offences, Complex Fraud, Serious Violence, Regulatory Law, Environmental Law, Cases involving vulnerable witnesses and defendants, Professional Misconduct, Road Traffic Offences, Appeals, Rape & Serious Sexual Offences, Modern Slavery & Human Exploitation
Dominic is a formidable criminal defence advocate, known for turning difficult cases and securing acquittals, and is increasingly sought out as a first choice in trials.
Expertise: Homicide Related Offences, Drugs and Organised Crime, Serious Violence, Complex Fraud, Bribery and Corruption, Regulatory Law, Cases involving vulnerable witnesses and defendants, Professional Misconduct, General Crime, Rape & Serious Sexual Offences, Modern Slavery & Human Exploitation, Proceeds of Crime Act Confiscation & Asset Recovery
Lucy frequently prosecutes and defends in criminal cases. She is a grade 3 prosecutor trained in handling of vulnerable witnesses, who is routinely instructed in private prosecutions in both the Crown Court and Magistrates Court. She is also instructed in proceedings pursuant to the Proceeds of Crime Act.
Expertise: Complex Fraud, Drugs and Organised Crime, General Crime, Modern Slavery & Human Exploitation, Rape & Serious Sexual Offences, Regulatory Law
Steve is now in his third decade of criminal defence work. He has the portfolio of cases of an accomplished advocate and a consequent wide-ranging knowledge across the criminal spectrum.
Expertise: Homicide Related Offences, Drugs and Organised Crime, Serious Violence, Cases involving vulnerable witnesses and defendants, Terrorism Offences, Public Order, Complex Fraud, Bribery and Corruption, Health and Safety, Inquests and Public Enquiries, International Criminal Law, Regulatory Law, Environmental Law, Professional Misconduct, Road Traffic Offences, Appeals, General Crime, Rape & Serious Sexual Offences, Modern Slavery & Human Exploitation, Proceeds of Crime Act Confiscation & Asset Recovery
Dan enjoys a busy practice prosecuting and defending across the East Midlands and is regularly instructed in cases of a complexity which belie his year of call.
Expertise: General Crime, Appeals, Public Order, Regulatory Law, Road Traffic Offences, Drugs and Organised Crime, Cases involving vulnerable witnesses and defendants, Proceeds of Crime Act Confiscation & Asset Recovery
Lesley joined the Bar in 2024. Prior to this, Lesley held 20 years of experience representing clients at all levels within the criminal justice system, including as a Higher Court Advocate. She has been involved in a large number of complex cases and has a reputation for being detailed in her preparation and intuitive in her handling of clients
Expertise: General Crime, Drugs and Organised Crime, Regulatory Law, Proceeds of Crime Act Confiscation & Asset Recovery
Ellesse brings an attention to detail and a capacity for hard work to all her cases and the result is a busy practice prosecuting and defending across the East Midlands.
Expertise: General Crime, Public Order, Road Traffic Offences, Appeals, Regulatory Law, Drugs and Organised Crime, Cases involving vulnerable witnesses and defendants, Proceeds of Crime Act Confiscation & Asset Recovery
Philip is known for his measured judgement, meticulous preparation, and ability to deliver clear, strategic advice in demanding circumstances. Solicitors instruct him for his proactive reliability, his calm authority in court, and his ability to build rapport with clients, including those with sensitive needs.
Expertise: Rape & Serious Sexual Offences, Cases involving vulnerable witnesses and defendants, Public Order, Regulatory Law, Professional Misconduct, Road Traffic Offences, Appeals, General Crime