Sexual Offences
MC Chambers | Top KC-Led Direct Access Rape & Sexual Offence Defence Barrister’s Chambers – London & UK
We are a top KC-led direct access rape and sexual offence barrister’s chambers with vast defence experience and stunning successes.
The sensitivities concerning offences of this confidential nature will always prevail and are of paramount importance. Here at MC Chambers, between our Head of Chambers Kieran Vaughan KC and our expert barrister Catherine Daly, we cover the whole spectrum of secual offences.
These include:
- Rape and sexual assaults
- Historic sexual offence
- Sex offence register issues (notification requirements)
- Sexual offences against children
- Indecent images
- Indecent images of children
- Revenge pornography
MC Chambers | Top KC-Led Direct Access Rape & Sexual Offence Defence Barrister’s Chambers – London & UK
Best Direct Access Rape & Sexual Offence KC-Led Barrister’s Defence Chambers – London & UK
Our successful client representation encompasses (but is not restricted to):
- Accusations from a husband or wife or from other relatives
- Cases where partners withdraw their consent and alledge sex took place without consent
- Cases which involve historic sex charges, where allegations concern events decades earlier
- Grooming cases including undercover police officers
Best Direct Access Barrister’s | Top MC Chambers Criminal Defence – London & UK
Kieran Vaughan KC – Head of Chambers
Kieran is widely recognised as one of the UK’s top criminal defence trial and appeal barristers. His experience in dealing with the most serious, complex profile national cases is almost unparalleled. Kieran has successfully defended individuals in the Crown Court and Court of Appeal in many high profile cases, and Areas of Law.
The Legal 500 describes Kieran as: “Possibly the best KC of our generation. He is an amazing lawyer with tactical nous and a wonderful court manner. His cross-examination is skilful and incisive, his legal arguments are well prepared and persuasive, and he is committed to the clients he represents. A brilliant all-rounder – not a hint of any weakness.”
Top Direct Access Rape & Sexual Assault Appeals | KC-Led Barrister’s Defence Chambers – London & UK
As well as successfully defending people for sexual offences at trial, we have also had success in rape and sexual offence appeals where different barristers at a different chambers acted at the original trial. Our appeal results include both overturned convictions and sentences substantially reduced.
At a trial involving sexual allegations, cross-examining complainants is a particularly special skill. Questions must comply with certain rules and the correct tone must be adopted to prevent alienating a jury. The battle is to persuade a jury to start with an open mind despite the stereotypes and prejudices they will have about sex crimes, and end with an acquittal.
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Catherine Daly – Expert Barrister
Catherine appears in the Crown Court, the Magistrates Court, the Court of Appeal, and in front of Parole Boards. She deals with both minor offences, like driving, and serious cases involving violence, sex offences and drugs, and has a string of stunning successes. She often represents clients with vulnerabilities and continues to receive outstanding client feedback.
One of many 5 star Google reviews: “Catherine Daly is an exceptional criminal defence barrister who exemplifies professionalism, expertise, and unwavering dedication. She demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to my case, ensuring every aspect was meticulously examined and skilfully represented. Her profound knowledge of the law, coupled with her strategic insight, led to a successful outcome beyond my expectations. Catherine navigates complex legal proceedings with precision and poise.”
Notable Cases | Top Rape and Sexual Offence KC-Led Barrister's Chambers | London & UK | Direct Access Scheme
Ched Evans – Professional Footballer
At the time of his original trial (at which he was not represented by us) Mr Evans was a professional footballer. Subsequent to his conviction, our Head of Chambers Kieran Vaughan KC, led the case for Mr Evans in the Court of Appeal. Having heard legal argument over a number of days the Court quashed Mr Evans’ conviction. Read more.
Successfully defended PF who, along with three others, was accused of raping a fellow student at the Royal Agricultural University.
Following legal arguments relating to disclosure, the prosecution offered no evidence against all defendants on all counts. The case achieved significant national press coverage due to the fact that it was largely as a result of successfully obtaining the complainant’s mobile phone download that resulted in the case being dismissed. Read more.
Anonymous Case
Represented a retired senior public servant who was accused of possessing indecent images. Received a suspended sentence.
GS
GS was a retired businessman who was accused of a number of very serious sexual offences against children in what turned out to be a police sting operation mounted against him. GS pleaded guilty to the offences and received a suspended sentence of imprisonment.
PZ
Represented a professional who was found in possession of a large number of indecent images of children. The defendant pleaded guilty and received a suspended sentence.
R v CB
Catherine was chosen to represent a 19 year old charged with the rape of his long term girlfriend. The allegation was made when they were both 17 years old. The defendant sent a message which the prosecution relied on as a confession. It read ‘I’m sorry i kept going when you told me to stop. That was dumb of me’. After only 3 hours of deliberation, the jury acquitted unanimously.
R v BA
Catherine was instructed to represent a young man accused of rape after meeting someone on a night out. The defendant was caught on CCTV running home shortly after the time of the incident. The first jury could not make a decision. Catherine was instructed for the retrial and once again the jury could not reach a decision. Therefore, the prosecution offered no evidence and not guilty verdicts were recorded.
R v AE Snaresbrook
Catherine was chosen to act as Junior Counsel in the trial of a defendant accused of multiple historic sexual offences against a family member. The jury acquitted swiftly him after less than an hour of deliberations.
R v GS
Appeal against rape conviction – Catherine acted as Junior Counsel for a young man sentenced to 9 years for an alleged rape of girl under 16. The appeal was based on an erroneous character direction by the Trial Judge. The appeal was allowed and the applicant was released from custody immediately.
Our Heritage | Michael Wolkind KC (formerly QC)
We are small, elite and hand-picked team. Our proud heritage arises from one of the most renowned master criminal defence barristers of recent times – Michael Wolkind KC (formerly QC).
Although retired from active client representation now, Michael remains an integral part of Chambers.
Contact Us Now | Direct Access Scheme | Best KC-Led Sexual Assault & Rape Offence Defence Barrister’s Chambers for London & UK
If you or a loved one are seeking the best possible representation for rape or another sexual offence and are looking for one of the very best direct access criminal barrister chambers with an outstanding track record of defence and reputation for personal care, contact us now on 0207 101 4164 or send us a message here.