Michael Hayton QC

Michael Hayton QC

"Highly knowledgeable and professional. He has outstanding advocacy skills." 

Chambers UK 2018
Year of call: 1993 QC: 2013
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Criminal Defence

Michael’s practice covers all areas of general crime including homicide, sexual offences, drug trafficking and fraud. His substantial experience in the Crown Courts and the Central Criminal Court has led him to be often instructed on a private basis by individuals charged with the gravest of offences.

Cases

R v Danny Simpson

Crown Court appeal against a curfew order placed upon a Premier League Footballer.

R v McCafferty & Others

5 week conspiracy to murder involving hiring of hitman to kill a love rival.

R v Benjamin Wilson

10 week trial involving the transporting of firearms to and from Northern Ireland to sectarian groups.

Practice Areas

Accreditations

Appointments & Memberships

  • 2013: Member of the Northern Ireland Bar
  • 2012: Recorder
  • Approved Counsel to the Falkland Islands
  • 2017-Present: Leader of the Northern Circuit
  • Criminal Bar Association
  • Health & Safety Lawyers Association
  • Association of Regulatory & Disciplinary Lawyers

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