Criminal barristers (or advocates if in Scotland) are a vital part of the court system in the United Kingdom; influencing the outcome of cases, advising solicitors and other legal professionals, and acting independently and impartially as highly respected and knowledgeable legal specialists.

Complex Cases

All of the high profile criminal cases which make it into the newspapers and onto the news are handled by barristers or their senior rank, Queen’s Counsel (QC). The truth of the matter is that if you, your business or corporation are involved in a criminal trial, it is absolutely vital that you enlist the help of a barrister who can negotiate the best outcome for you and your case as the complexity of these cases demands specialised legal expertise.

This site will examine the role of barristers in the legal system, will summarise their career path and will give advice on retaining the services of a barrister.