Barrister - London, 5 + PQE

Overview

As a full service law firm we advise our clients across a number of practice areas and sectors where we possess extensive experience allowing you to focus more on further successful development of your business. Our mission is to ensure that every client receives legal advise tailored to their needs.

Our practices

Our practices:

• Blockchain DLT FinTech
• Commodities Trade Export & Import
• Corporate Law & Commercial Contracts
• Cross-Border & Domestic Litigations
• Defamation & Reputation Management
• Foundations Trusts Charitable Organisations
• Family law
• Maritime and shipping law
• Intellectual Property
• International Commercial Arbitration
• Regulatory & Compliance
• Tax planning
• Related industries: Art and Culture
• Biotech, Medtech & Cleantech
• Energy, Mining & Industrial Manufacturing
• Financial markets & Sustainable Investments
• Gaming & Cloud Video Games
• International Infrastructure Projects
• Life Sciences & Pharma
• Logistics, Aviation & Freight
• Luxury Goods & Fashion
• Media & Communications
• Private Clients
• Real Estate
• Sports & Elite Athletes
• Technology
• Venture Capital

Our Specialized desks

• Compliance Desk
  Prevent legal actions by ensuring maximum adherence to laws and regulations in force.
• Asset Management Law Desk
  First class services covering the full investment lifecycle. Worldwide
• StartUp Desk
  Cost-effective 'package' solutions for your newly established company.

Tasks

• Provide expert legal advice and representation to clients in complex litigation cases, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs, to effectively support clients' positions in court.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to develop case strategies and anticipate potential outcomes.
• Collaborate with clients, witnesses, and other legal professionals to gather evidence and build strong cases for trial.
• Present cases in court, articulating arguments clearly and persuasively to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.

Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Qualified barrister with minimum 5 years PQE (England & Wales)
• Proven track record in criminal advocacy with substantial court experience
• Demonstrable expertise in private prosecution work
• Experience with fraud, regulatory offences, or serious crime
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills
• Strong analytical ability to absorb and synthesise complex factual and legal material
• Knowledge of disclosure obligations and criminal procedure
• Ability to provide strategic, commercially-minded advice to clients
• Self-motivated with excellent time management and organisational skills
• Ability to handle pressure, tight deadlines, and multiple matters simultaneously.

Desirable Experience

• Former CPS Grade 4 prosecutor or Treasury Counsel experience
• Experience with high-value financial crime, IP offences, or regulatory matters
• Direct Access qualification
• Experience in civil fraud or asset recovery
• International or cross-border prosecution experience
• Knowledge of compliance and regulatory frameworks.

Benefits

What We Offer

• Work on high-profile, intellectually challenging cases
• Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience
• Excellent professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive environment
• Strong clerking support and business development resources
• Opportunity to work alongside leading silks and experienced juniors

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