Simon GurneyThis e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it | This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Simon is a versatile practitioner whose practice encompasses all areas of criminal law, acting for both the defence and the prosecution, and broader criminal justice work, including prison law and actions for judicial review against bodies operating within the criminal justice system. His distinct areas of expertise complement one another, enabling him to offer a comprehensive service to any client seeking advice or representation. Simon has a particular interest in cases concerning human rights and civil liberties. Simon has a strong reputation and particular expertise in cases concerning confiscation, asset recovery and cash seizure/detention. In recent years Simon has been led in several of the largest confiscation cases on Circuit, involving amounts in excess of £50million. In addition to his daily Crown Court practice, Simon regularly appears in both the High Court and the Court of Appeal. Simon has experience conducting professional disciplinary proceedings brought pursuant to the Police Conduct Regulations. Simon has been described as a lawyer of outstanding intellectual ability and a confident and sophisticated advocate. He graduated with First Class Honours and was the Richard Isaacson Q.C. Memorial Scholar in 2006. He lectures fellow practitioners on both prison law and criminal law and delivers an introductory lecture entitled ‘judicial review for criminal practitioners’. |
