Martin Hooper is a leading criminal barrister with more than 30 years’ experience in both defence and prosecution advocacy in serious, complex and challenging cases.
His busy practice largely focuses on sexual offences, homicide, serious and organised crime, and complex financial crimes and confiscation matters, though he does also take on cases in general crime when available. He regularly handles serious criminal matters and cases involving related areas of law before the Crown Crown and the Appellate Courts, throughout the UK but primarily in London and the South East of England.
Martin is an experienced and well-respected advocate, noted for his calm presence, meticulous preparation and attention to detail. He is thorough and measured in his approach, and a firm and engaging presence in the court. Over many years, Martin has established a reputation for sensitive and adroit handling of traumatised and anxious witnesses, particularly in relation to difficult or harrowing evidence in cases of a sexual or violent nature.
"We would like to thank you for all your effort over the last eight weeks. This case has been running alongside nine others under the umbrella operation, and we would like to thank you for the professional work you have done, you have been outstanding."
DS Barke, Lead Officer Camden Crime Squad"He has appeared before me on a number of occasions, most recently a case alleging historical sexual abuse stretching back 30 years, and to defend such a case demands careful preparation. It is clear that had been done, because the pre-trial application to exclude a highly prejudicial piece of evidence was well researched and firmly argued."
HHJ Carroll, Crown Court Judge"Martin has worked for this firm for nearly 20 years... his questioning of witnesses has always been firm but fair. His preparation is exceedingly thorough, and he basically leaves no stone unturned."
P Smith, Instructing Solicitor"From the first time I met Mr Hooper I was confident in his ability... he clearly was familiar with all the facts, and I had every confidence that he would secure me the right outcome, which he did."
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