We have a long and proud tradition of high profile success in criminal defence.

Established in 1974 our Crime Department is widely recognised as a leader in its field, and is one of only three in England to be peer reviewed “Excellence (1)” by the Legal Services Commission. We are also highly ranked by both The Legal 500 and Chambers Directory, the leading trade directories.

Renowned cases include:

• Murder appeal of Norfolk farmer Tony Martin
• Brinks Matt gold bullion robbery
• Israeli embassy bombing
• Park Lane shooting at Israeli Embassy
• ABC Official Secrets Act trial
• Irish terrorism cases for both Republicans and Loyalists
• Operation Julie – the LSD factory that supplied the world
• The Banstead chain saw robberies
• John Twomey – first English trial by Judge alone since Oliver Cromwell
• Nisha Patel-Nasri – murder of police officer

We offer the highest quality service through our team of trial advocates, and are known for our fearless commitment, meticulous preparation, and command of the law.

We take appeals to the Court of Appeal and beyond, or by way of Judicial Review to the High Court. These challenges have created English legal precedents in sentencing, DNA profiling, confiscation, extradition, bail and sexual offences.

We have vast experience of cases under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, and have a busy extradition practice. Complaints and Civil Actions Against Police for false arrest and imprisonment are handled.

We have both a legal aid contract, and an elite private client team.

We are open 24/7 for Police Station emergencies - telephone 0207 632 4300