James Pickup KC

James Pickup KC has long been established as a specialist in commercial fraud defence and corporate crime with a reputation (Chambers and Partners) as someone who is “exceptional at client management” and “brilliantly focused on getting the best out of the client“. More recently, whilst he continues to defend in substantial commercial fraud prosecutions, he has widened his practice to embrace civil fraud and is now regularly instructed in the VAT and Duties Tribunal, both First and Upper Tiers, High Court (Chancery and Companies Court), Administrative Court and Court of Appeal, both criminal and civil.

What Others Say:

“Excellent paperwork, very pragmatic and a common-sense approach. He presents in a clear and concise manner.” – Chambers UK 2017

“Phenomenal on his feet, he works very hard and is very tenacious.” – Chambers UK 2014

“Superb in terms of both his preparation and his courtroom delivery. A top man for big fraud cases. In the eyes of many he is the best.” – Chambers UK 2012