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John Lucas

I offer expertise in a wide range of legal fields and in particular criminal defence work including, complex fraud, murder and attempted murder, rapes and sexual assaults, drugs and money laundering and organised crime. I have appeared and advised in a variety of contested cases in the Crown Court, Court of Appeal and the High Court and have had success...
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Deirdre Smythe

A dual-qualified barrister at the English and Irish Bar, Dee Smythe has extensive experience in family and criminal law, as well as other aspects of civil law.

With an empathetic approach, Dee speaks on behalf of those who may not be able to articulate themselves, including those with a disability and mental health issues. She fights on her client...
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John King

John King stands as a distinguished barrister in England and Wales, renowned for his thirty-plus years of unwavering dedication to the legal field. His practice encompasses a broad spectrum of both civil and criminal matters, where he has consistently delivered outstanding results for his clients. Known for his legal acumen and meticulous case...
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Jeanette Ashmole

"From the outset this was an extremely aggressive prosecution by the CPS due to me once being employed by the CPS myself. My job, legal qualifications and livelihood was at stake because of this wrongful conviction leaving me in tears every night for a year!! The Judge in my appeal was extremely intimidating, however Jeanette's strategic...
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Forz Khan

Forz Khan has over 30 year’s experience in criminal law, undertaking his first criminal case in 1985, which gives him a clear advantage above others. He has the experience of a QC - but without the expense of a QC. Mr Khan has won criminal cases when he has had both Queen’s Counsel and Junior Counsel on the other side. If you want to get off criminal...
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NIGEL EDWARDS KC

Nigel is generally instructed on matters concerning large-scale organised crime and homicide cases. He has vast experience in drugs conspiracies, violent crime and sexual offences.
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