Direct Access Barrister
Jonathan Caplan KC KC A KC (King's Counsel) is a very senior barrister or solicitor advocate who is recognised as an expert and leader in their legal field. A KC will often take the lead on cases, particularly highly complex cases which demand greater experience and expertise.
Direct Access Barrister
Jonathan Caplan KC KC A KC (King's Counsel) is a very senior barrister or solicitor advocate who is recognised as an expert and leader in their legal field. A KC will often take the lead on cases, particularly highly complex cases which demand greater experience and expertise.
I have appeared in all levels of courts and tribunals. I have been a QC, now KC, for over twenty years
Area of Law
Crime
I have acted in a wide range of work including allegations of historic sexual abuse, official secrets, market manipulation,
Fraud
I have represented clients in many high profile frauds and money laundering cases both as defence and prosecuting counsel in the UK, Hong Kong, Singapore, United States, Brunei and Europe
Health and Safety, including Product Liability
I have acted in a range of health and safety work from defending major corporations accused of manslaughter to representing directors and managers on HSWA charges. I also advise on Health and Safety protocols
Inquests and Public Inquiries
I have acted in many major public inquiries (for example, the Guildford bombings, the Paddington rail crash, and the Leveson Inquiry into Press Ethics). I have also acted in many inquests both in the UK and abroad
Media and Entertainment
Advising and representing television companies on content, contempt, and privacy/defamation
Advising and representing actors on a wide range of issues
What sort of work do I do?
Cross border, crime, media, arbitration, inquiries, extradition, health and safety
Who do I work for?
Corporations, individuals, media companies, government departments