Chambers is widely acknowledged as one of the foremost criminal sets in the country, which offers specialised and dedicated representation for defence clients at all levels of the criminal justice system up to and including the Supreme Court.
Members appear throughout England and Wales, Northern Ireland and the Caribbean, and in other international jurisdictions. They provide outstanding legal knowledge, focused and timely advice, and robust and effective advocacy to individuals and corporates.
Chambers offers unrivalled experience and ability in the defence of cases of murder, terrorism and serious fraud. Expertise is provided at all levels in the fields of drug trafficking, armed robbery, blackmail, money laundering and other serious and organised crime.
Members have appeared for the defence in some of the most challenging and high profile trials in recent years, including:
We also specialise in cases involving the use of social media, such as:
Many cases in which members of Chambers have been involved have been of sufficient public importance to have been heard in the House of Lords / Supreme Court, including:
For more information please contact Jack Shah on 02073535324 or email jackshah@2harecourt.com. We will guide you through our simple and transparent process and get the right representation for your matter.
Jonathan Laidlaw QC1982*
Martin Heslop QC1972*
Peter Wright QC1981*
Andrew Radcliffe QC1975*
Orlando Pownall QC1975*
Martin Hicks QC1977*
Sallie Bennett-Jenkins QC1984*
Brendan Kelly QC1988*
Jonathan Rees QC1987*
Brian O'Neill QC1987*
Kate Blackwell QC1992*
Jonathan Kinnear QC1994 (Northern Ireland 1996)*
Michael Hayton QC1993*
Oliver Glasgow QC1995*
David Whittaker QC1986*
Zubair Ahmad QC1995*
Mark Graffius QC1990*
Leon Kazakos QC1999*
Marios Lambis QC1989*
Gudrun Young QC2001*
Nneka Akudolu QC2002*
Tyrone Belger1984*
Christopher Gillespie1991*
Craig Ferguson1992*
James Buchanan1993*
Christopher Foulkes1994*
Gavin Irwin1996*
Scott Ivill1997*
Peter Lownds1998*
Quinn Hawkins1999*
Angus Bunyan1999*
Robert Rinder MBE2001*
Michael Rawlinson2002*
Rebekah Hummerstone2002*
Sarah Przybylska2006*
Daniel Chadwick2006*
Emily Dummett2006*
Harry Bentley2007*
Alexandra Tampakopoulos2007*
Fiona Robertson2008*
Tom Day2008*
Ben Rich2010*
Will Martin2010*
Nikita McNeill2010*
Laura Stephenson2012*
Rebecca Erkan-Bax2012*
Merry van Woodenberg2012*
Sophia Dower2013*
Paul Renteurs2013*
Robert Dacre2013*
Lewis MacDonald2014*
Grace Forbes2015*
Hannah Thomas2016*
Neelam Gomersall 2017*
Redmond Traynor 2019*
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See all news“First class in every way from the top silks down to the pupils.” “One of the very best criminal sets, it is brimful of talent.”
“The clerks are professional and keep to their word. There are never any diary clashes and they resolve problems in advance.” The director of clerking, Julian Campbell, is described as “having always been excellent.” He works alongside senior practice clerk Jack Shah, who is noted for the efficiency and enthusiasm with which he goes about his work.
“2 Hare Court is a stand out set in this area, with a huge array of barristers who are at the top of the field in crime and regulatory matters. They are my go to set for any case.” and “It is a high quality set that is a power-house in a number of leading areas. It is a brilliantly well-rounded set.” and “I use 2 Hare Court for most of my cases. They have a wide range of experienced counsel who can cover most of my matters. I have no worries when a brief has to be returned as there is always someone competent, capable and helpful to take them over.” and “2 Hare Court is a set I readily recommend. Very professional, with many Leading and Junior Counsel of high calibre and expertise.” and “2 Hare Court are one of my Chambers I go to straight away. I have instructed many of Chambers’ junior barristers and pupils on general crime cases, and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. I consider them first rate, and lovely to work with.”
“The clerks are excellent, and will always go the extra mile. Also, this Chambers is extremely welcoming for conferences.” and “The clerks at 2 Hare Court are impressive across the board. They are friendly, efficient and proactive.” and “The clerking team at 2 Hare Court is extremely accessible and they are always willing to assist where they can. They also provide honest insight into Counsel so you know you are instructing the person who is best suited to the case.”
“An excellent set with, pound for pound, some of the best barristers at the Bar.” and “All the barristers here have excellent legal knowledge, a wealth of expertise and strong advocacy skills.”
“A very impressive chambers with an exceptionally high quality of barristers” and “one of the leading sets in the UK.”
Interviewees praise the set for having “dependable” and “first class” counsel who display “strength across the board” and provide “extremely high-quality service.”
Director of clerking Julian Campbell is noted for his “razor sharp” and “commercially aware” leadership. Senior practice clerk Ben Heaviside also attracts praise for his “very professional” approach.
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