Leading Criminal Barrister

As a leading criminal barrister, Michael Levy has many years of experience defending in both serious crime and fraud.

Michael has been instructed as a criminal barrister in a large number of high profile cases. Owing to his determination, preparation and knowledge of the law he is both widely and highly regarded. He is regularly instructed as the leading counsel in many of these complex cases.

Michael is an extraordinarily persuasive advocate; he possesses unparalleled experience in all areas of general crime – including murder, manslaughter, major drug cases, robberies and serious sexual offences including rape and sexual assault – both in relation to recent and historic allegations. He is therefore used to dealing with vulnerable and child witnesses. In addition, Michael is regularly instructed in all types of Regulatory & Disciplinary cases.

Michael is permitted by the Bar Council to accept instructions under the Direct Access scheme, providing his services as a criminal barrister without the need for clients to see a solicitor first.

As a result, he frequently works on private or non-legally aided cases and offers a personalised and discreet service. He is renowned for his client care and given his experience is often instructed to advise at the earliest stages of an investigation – both pre and post charge. Michael’s personal approach ensures that you will not only receive the best possible representation, but will remain fully involved throughout the process. This will allow you to make informed decisions supported by a top criminal barrister with your welfare firmly at the fore.

Throughout his extensive career as a criminal barrister, Michael has built up an impressive reputation for successfully defending his clients.

Michael remains a member of the UK’s leading Criminal Defence and Fraud Chambers. His Chambers have won the “Criminal Chambers of the Year” award on a number of occasions at the Chambers UK bar awards and also the Legal 500 Bar Awards.