25 Bedford Row is ‘consistently one of the best criminal sets in London and fields an impressive array of seasoned and new advocates’ that are regularly involved in the most high-profile cases.
Tyrone Smith KC and
Daniel Murray recently defended one of the individuals charged with the abduction, torture and murder of well-known Turkish DJ, Koray Alpergin, who was allegedly in Tottenham alongside his girlfriend over a debt.
Paul Hynes KC has a stellar reputation for handling complex cases – he recently represented notorious Islamist activist Anjem Choudary in relation to allegations concerning his leadership in Al-Muhajiroun, a proscribed organisation.
Laurie-Anne Power KC has considerable experience in murder trials, including gang-related murder trials.
John Cooper KC’s heavyweight practice sees him defend in major murder, drug trafficking, terrorism, and sexual offences cases – in November 2023 he defended a man charged with the murder of 19-year-old Ashley Dale, shot and killed in her home in Liverpool as a result of a gangland feud involving her boyfriend. The defendant was ultimately acquitted of all charges; four other defendants were convicted and received minimum terms of over four decades each.
Lisa Wilson’s varied practice covers murder, drugs, and sexual offences cases. Jeffrey Israel has joined the team from 5KBW.