Orlando is an experienced defender, most often dealing with cases involving allegations of violence, rape and serious sexual offending, drugs offences, fraud and money laundering offences. He is particularly adept at dealing with evidence heavy cases, assimilating and distilling huge amounts of information into persuasive arguments for a jury. He is also able to manage cases involving multiple defendants.
Orlando also accepts instructions in family and childcare, specialising principally in current and historic safeguarding review in the context of religious and educational establishments and other related institutions.
About me
Orlando has been a specialist criminal barristersince 1985, prosecuting and defending in a range of serious cases including those involving seriousviolence and sexual offences, drugs offences, human trafficking modern slavery and money laundering offences. He combines his experience with a calm, unflappable personality and accomplished written and oral advocacy.
He is a highly skilled and experienced barrister, representing clients in the Crown Court and Court of Appeal, frequently against Kings Counsel. He is also able to provide written opinions on the prospects of conviction based on his years of experience in front of a jury.
Orlando is a natural performer. Outside the law, he has led jazz bands for over 20 years, performing at weddings, balls and formal dinners. He is a keen musician and sportsman, and utilises his performance skills and presence effectively in the courtroom to command attention.
Professional & academic
Education
- LL.B. Laws, University College London
Memberships
- Criminal Bar Association