James Crighton
Senior Practice Manager
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7242 3555
Email: Click here
Would you like to learn more
For more information please contact our clerks by calling +44 (0)20 7242 3555.
7BR members provide representation and advice upon the full range of serious sexual offence cases, offering a sensitive, effective and discrete service throughout.
Members have been involved in high profile cases involving celebrity defendants, stranger attacks, and serial offenders. They are experienced in dealing with allegations involving rape and serious sexual assault, coercive control, grooming, illegal images and sexual exploitation.
Members are highly skilled in working with vulnerable witnesses and defendants, and possess strong knowledge of the special measures used to support them, including the use of screens and intermediaries, and restrictions on cross-examination. Members also work in Youth Courts and with cases involving children and other vulnerable victims.
Members are experienced court room advocates. Their multi-disciplinary experience supports them in cross-examining medical and technical expert witnesses, requiring forensic detail and meticulous preparation.
Members also act in related civil and public law cases and hearings, including historic child abuse cases and public inquiries, such as the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA).
Some members train or advise professionals including CPS lawyers and the police who work with victims and defendants in sexual abuse cases. They also advise on the complex legal and social issues arising in trafficking, honour crimes and coercive control cases.
For help or advice please call +44 (0)20 7242 3555 or complete the form below
A member of the Clerking team will help you resolve your request.
Frequently asked questions
Do you have an out of hours number?
Yes, please call Chambers mainline number +44 (0)20 7242 3555 and you will be directed to the out of hours phone lines.
How can I find out whether 7BR can take my case?
As a direct access client, please visit our direct access page and complete the initial form, a member of the clerking team will then be in touch to discuss the next steps.
Will my barrister deal with all the correspondence?
Some barristers have the ability to “conduct litigation” for direct access clients. Our clerks will be able to assist you as to which of our members are trained and accredited to do so.
How do I instruct a barrister?
Please visit our direct access page for the initial steps on instructing a barrister, or contact our clerks on +44 (0)20 7242 3555.
