William Davis is an accomplished and highly rated criminal barrister with considerable experience both as leader and junior in cases of murder, organised crime, health & safety, fraud and money laundering. He is recognised for the quality of his courtroom advocacy, his calm but steely presence, and his professionalism in working with colleagues and opponents alike.
William’s practice covers a broad range of complex, serious and violent offences including homicide, counter terrorism, gang-related crime, and the manufacture, importation and supply of controlled drugs. He is also highly experienced in cases of business and financial crime and has been appointed to the Serious Fraud Office Panel A list.
William is meticulous in case preparation and is highly skilled in making complex and technical evidence accessible to juries. He is experienced in introducing and challenging expert and forensic evidence, and has drawn recognition for the quality of his advisory work.
He is a Recorder of the Crown Court.
2024: William received a police commendation for his role as junior counsel in the prosecution of seven defendants charged with a gang-related murder.
2023: William received a commendation from the Metropolitan Police Assistant Commissioner for his role as junior counsel in the prosecution of a pharmaceutical company that pleaded guilty to offences arising from the manufacture of contaminated feed supplied to severely premature babies in hospital.
"He is a class act with superb advocacy. He is well prepared, never fazed and the complete article."
Chambers UK 2025"William is a great lawyer and first-class advocate. An excellent all-rounder."
Legal 500 2025"William is a star in the making. He is approachable, balanced, unflappable and extremely helpful. Nothing is ever too much trouble."
Legal 500 2025"He's a star of the future."
Chambers UK 2024"He's really impressive in the way he presents legal arguments and deals with witnesses."
Chambers UK 2024"William is a star in the making. He is always calm, collected and in control and he is a first class advocate and lawyer. He is able to deal with multiple issues at once and always in a professional and courteous manner."
Legal 500 2024"He shows great maturity and fairness in court while also being deadly."
Chambers UK 2023"Will is well-respected by the judiciary due to the structured and engaging nature of his advocacy."
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