Lincoln House Chambers is a ‘go-to set in crime’, and it saw Kate Blackwell KC appointed as head of chambers in September 2023. Another key silk is Simon Csoka KC, who exclusively acts for the defence and his practice largely centres around organised crime and fraud. Of recent note, he is defending in the case of Operation Tradite, which is thought to be the largest ever drugs importation cases in the UK. Alexander Leach KC is active in cases of terrorism, bribery and corruption, and multi-handed murders, and Mark Ford KC is another key criminal law silk. Turning to the juniors, Clare Ashcroft is a specialist criminal defence practitioner with expertise in murder, manslaughter, and fraud, and Rebecca Filletti has experience in cases surrounding child cruelty, rape, and firearm-related offences. Filletti represented a woman charged with the murder of her abusive partner, in which a partial defence of loss of control was accepted. Simon Gurney has substantial expertise in handling cases regarding historic sexual abuse, as well as large drugs conspiracies, and Richard Dawson specialises in road traffic law and related criminal offences, including death and serious injury caused by carless and dangerous driving. Richard H English is another notable name, and he is often sought after to defend in cases arising from sexual violence, murder, and fraud. Money laundering cases are an area of expertise for Gerard Doran, while Rachel Cooper is especially strong in cases involving clients with significant mental health needs. Isobel Thomas is skilled in representing younger defendants accused of gang activity.
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- 'The clerks are very good. Ty Price, Andy McGuinness, and David Gibbons deserve particular praise.'
- 'David Gibbons at Lincoln House is an asset to the team. He stays in touch and is always committed to assuring that instructing solicitors are aware of any changes to the court timetable or listings on the off chance that the court have not communicated the same to the firm.'
- 'Senior clerk David Wright is extremely proactive in managing counsel, and focused on making sure that they are well equipped and guided to provide a top-quality service. Above all, he is honest and delivers what he says he will to instructing solicitors.'
- 'The clerk's room works efficiently and robustly to ensure a quality service for all members of chambers, professional clients, and lay-clients. Headed up by David Wright, it is strong across the board, but particular kudos to Andy McGuinness, the best clerk on the northern circuit, and Abigail Lockett, who is extremely focused, well-organised, and wise beyond her years.'
- 'Andy McGuinness remains calm and collected at all times, regardless of the pressures of work. Andy is incredibly helpful and will always find a solution to any challenges encountered. He is an asset to the chambers.'
- 'David Gibbons and Andy McGuinness are excellent at what they do and are great communicators.'
- 'Ty Price is particularly helpful when contacting the court and discussing fees and counsel's availability.'
- 'Andy McGuinness always goes beyond to assist, with David Gibbons and Abigail Lockett following up that lead.'
- 'The clerks do a particularly good job and Andy McGuinness is always willing to go the extra mile.'
- 'The clerks at Lincoln House Chambers are excellent. Abigail Lockett's attention to detail and professionalism is outstanding. Her efficiency and personable nature makes her a real credit to the clerk's team at Lincoln House Chambers.'
Avocats
Meilleurs Juniors
Richard Dawson
Gerard Doran
Richard English
Rebecca Filletti
Rebecca is a highly intelligent, skilled, and persuasive advocate. She is already considered a leading senior junior in Manchester and she is instructed in serious and sensitive cases of a kind rarely briefed to someone of her call, but which she is more than able to conduct with ease.’
Simon Gurney
is simply fantastic. A go-to barrister who ticks all the boxes, his preparation is excellent, his written work brilliant, and he is a fantastic advocate.’
Martin Hackett
Marianne Alton
‘Marianne is an exceptional and fearless advocate. She is incredibly thorough in her preparation and is able to assimilate large volumes of evidence, and she presents concisely and persuasively.’
Anna Chestnutt
Rachel Cooper
'Rachel is a fearless advocate who will stand her ground where appropriate whilst having a calm and reassuring manner with defendants, especially those with mental health or learning issues. She will assist instructing solicitors wherever possible and will undertake work herself to help as required.'
Matthew Howarth
Sarah Magill
‘Sarah is a joy to instruct as she is great with clients, fastidious in her preparation of all matters, and responsive. She is authoritative without a hint of arrogance, extremely well-prepared for any eventuality, and clearly enjoys advocacy.’
Ian McMeekin
Brendan O’Leary
Kimberley Obrusik
‘Kimberley’s communication skills are second-to-none, whether that be with vulnerable or difficult clients, the judiciary, juries, or police teams and the CPS. Her preparation is particularly detail-orientated and her advocacy style is robust but searingly charming.'
David Pojur
Isobel Thomas
‘Isobel is an impressively conscientious barrister with a superb eye for detail and excellent client care skills. Her advocacy is persuasive and forceful, whilst always remaining courteous and accessible in tone, and when cross-examining, taking witnesses in chief, and in addressing the jury and the judge, she demonstrates excellent judgement and skill.'
Rising stars
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