Serious & Organised Crime

Expert evidence

Our members have extensive experience in working with expert witnesses and forensic evidence to build strong cases. We are highly skilled in dealing with:

• Forensic accounting and financial investigations
• Digital forensic analysis in cybercrime cases
• Psychiatric and psychological assessments for defendants and witnesses
• DNA and fingerprint evidence
• Ballistics and gunshot residue analysis
• Toxicology and drug-related forensic reports
• Mobile and cell-site evidence

Cybercrime

Cybercrime is one of the fastest-growing areas of criminal activity, with organised crime groups exploiting the speed, convenience, and anonymity of the internet to conduct illicit operations. The rise of e-commerce, online and mobile banking, and cryptocurrency has created new opportunities for financial crime and fraud, with cybercriminals operating across borders and jurisdictions to exploit the vulnerable and unwary.

Our members are well-versed in handling a wide variety of cybercrime cases, including:

• Hacking and unauthorised or malicious access to computer systems
• Online fraud and financial crime
• Identity theft and phishing scams
• Cyber extortion, including ransomware attacks and ‘sextortion’
• Dark web investigations and prosecutions
• Data breaches and GDPR-related offences
• Cryptocurrency-related crime, including money laundering
• Online harassment, blackmail, and cyberstalking
• Cyber-enabled organised crime, including large-scale fraud and illicit trade facilitated by encrypted communication platforms
• The use of cyber tools in gang-related activities and serious crime group operations

Cybercrime cases often involve complex technical evidence, multi-jurisdictional investigations, and extensive financial data analysis. Our members are adept at navigating these challenges, working closely with expert witnesses, forensic specialists, and technical consultants to build robust cases on either side of the courtroom.

First-class advocacy and expertise

At 5KBW, our members are recognised for their meticulous case preparation, strategic approach, and persuasive advocacy. They have been involved in some of the most significant or high-profile cases in recent years and have a reputation for professionalism, strong case leadership and searching cross-examination.

Public access work

Several of our barristers accept instructions via the Public Access Scheme, allowing individuals and businesses to instruct a barrister directly without needing to go through a solicitor first. This can provide a cost-effective and efficient route to obtaining expert legal representation.

Why choose us?

At 5KBW, we combine decades of experience with an unwavering commitment to achieving the best outcomes for our clients. Whether you are an instructing lawyer seeking expert counsel or an individual facing serious criminal allegations, our team has the expertise you will need.

If you require specialist legal representation in a serious or organised crime case, please contact us today to discuss how we can assist you.