Practice Profile
John has been practising serious crime for over 20 years. Both as an independent member of the Bar and as the manager of an in-house Crown Court team he has an approachable but persuasive style. He spent many years in the airline industry before choosing to read law and coming to the Bar. He has a no nonsense approach coupled with an easy style particularly liked by juries.
When defending his successful acquittals in even the most serious cases have given rise to a respected reputation amongst professional and lay clients. His sensitive handling of cases involving children, the vulnerable and persons with mental health difficulties has garnered repeated praise from Judges.
Testimonials
"John is respected by Judges and extremely persuasive with juries. Defendants enjoy his down-to-earth approach. We have instructed him in the most serious matters for many years because of his outstanding abilities."
"Formidable and confident in court. Judges, defendants and juries alike are always impressed. A go-to person for the most serious offences"
Work Undertaken
- Homicide and crimes of violence
- Drugs trafficking including “County Lines”
- Serious sexual offences
- Fraud and financial crime
- Firearms offences
- Courts Martial