8th April 2026

Adam Shaw joins 36 Crime

Adam Shaw

36 Crime is delighted to welcome Adam Shaw to the team. Before his call to the Bar, Adam was a highly experienced solicitor advocate with a substantial client base in London.

Adam qualified as a solicitor in 2014 and as a Higher Rights Advocate in 2019. He is Individually recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for his expertise.

Adam defends across the full spectrum of criminal offences, including:

  • Serious assaults
  • Sexual offences
  • Drugs-related offences

Adam has been appearing in the Crown Court since 2019 and has built a thriving practice, known for his persuasive and approachable style. He is regarded as tenacious and unafraid to challenge prosecutions in all aspects of criminal cases.

Adam’s profile can be viewed here.

Mary Prior KC, Head of 36 Crime, said “We are delighted to welcome Adam Shaw to 36 Crime. As well as his exceptional abilities as a defence advocate, Adam is a kind, compassionate and will be a vital team member. We look forward to watching his talent and skill set in defending the most serious and complex criminal cases in the London area develop within our own set. This addition to our team is part of our plan to solidify and to increase our presence in London and the South East. Please contact our clerks to instruct Adam to represent your clients.”

If you would like to make enquiries into Adam’s availability, please contact the clerks – clerks@36crime.co.uk

We look forward to working with you Adam.

 


Further information

For more information from the crime team, contact clerks@36crime.co.uk

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