A leading London barrister.
Ready to fight your case.
Specialising in POCA and financial crime.
"John is committed to excellence. He is a real star."
"He is very down to earth: clients like him and repeatedly request for him to be instructed."
The Legal 500, 2025
John’s Services
An expert in Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) cases:
Account Freezing Orders
John is experienced in fighting cases where bank accounts have been frozen:
He has fought against the police, HMRC and the National Crime Agency
Recovered funds for businesses and individuals in multi-million pound cases
"John understands and grasps the POCA regime in a way that very few do." Legal 500
Fighting Confiscation
A specialist in arguing “benefit figures” and “available amounts” down:
John often acts for defendants facing large confiscation orders
John is a specialist in protecting the interests of spouses and partners of those facing confiscation
"He knows his stuff, is very immersed in this area and is not someone you want to be against." Chambers and Partners 2025
White Collar Crime
Ready advise and represent:
Early no-nonsense advice for individuals and businesses facing criminal investigation
Advice and representation at all stages of the court process
"John is highly intelligent, and his attention to detail is bettered only by his bedside manner with clients, who appreciate his calm and succinct style." Legal 500
About John
John qualified as a Barrister in 2014. He practices from 5 St Andrew’s Hill chambers in London.
He specialises in representing individuals who’s assets are under treat from forfeiture or confiscation. He has conducted countless hearings concerning the forfeiture of cash and bank accounts.
He undertook a years secondment at the FCA in the cryto-asset regulation department.
John accepts instructions under the direct access scheme. This allows members of the public to instruct John directly to advise them on or represent them in suitable cases.
He is part of the experienced Proceeds of Crime team. He is ranked in the Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners.
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