Criminal Law

Within Chambers we have a strong Criminal Team consisting of 13 members who offer a highly specialised service to all who instruct us. We conduct work at all levels from Magistrates' Court through to the Court of Appeal. 

We offer representation on all types of case, ranging from Murder and Robbery through to Common Assault. We also have a dedicated Serious Fraud team, who deal with some of the most complex cases across the country.

Since our inception in 1996 we have always placed a special emphasis on acting for the defence. This is evidenced by the notable cases attached to the individual entries on our website.

Our members are always prepared to provide advice and assistance to you throughout the proceedings.

We have dedicated conference facilities within Chambers, but we can also attend the office of our instructing solicitor for conferences should this prove more convenient.

The members of Chambers who accept instructions in this area are:

Vincent Deane (Called 1976)

William Staunton (Called 1986)

Stella Massey (Called 1990)

Joanne Shepherd (Called 1993)

James Collins (Called 1997)

Penelope Maudsley (Called 1998)

Caroline Patrick (Called 1999)

Gwen Henshaw (Called 2000)

Richard James Hartley (Called 2001)

Kirstin Beswick (Called 2001)

Emily Lomax (Called 2004)

Benjamin Knight (Called 2004)

Mikhil Karnik (Called 2005)