For over 40 years, Charlie Sherrard KC has stood by clients facing the toughest challenges—criminal allegations and professional misconduct. As a King’s Counsel for more than a decade, he is widely regarded as one of the UK’s leading defence barristers, specialising in serious crime and complex, high-profile cases. His focus is simple: clear advice, strong advocacy, and unwavering support when you need it most. To explore Charlie’s expertise in detail, visit the individual pages dedicated to his specialist practice areas.
Leading murder barrister and murder KC with exceptional authority in homicide defence. Charlie Sherrard KC handles the most challenging and high-stakes murder cases, dismantling forensic evidence and psychiatric testimony. Relentless advocacy in life-or-death cases where only the best will do.
Leading manslaughter barrister and KC specialising in voluntary and involuntary manslaughter defence. Charlie Sherrard KC provides expert representation in loss of control, diminished responsibility, and gross negligence cases. Strategic defence when facing life-changing allegations.
Fight false allegations with formidable advocacy. Charlie excels in historic rape, multi-complainant trials, and digital evidence cases. Sensitive yet uncompromising defence that exposes weaknesses, protects reputations, and secures justice in the toughest circumstances.
Defend serious assault charges with conviction. Charlie commands GBH, ABH, and violent disorder trials. Expert at challenging medical evidence, dismantling CCTV interpretations, and securing not-guilty verdicts in high-pressure Crown Court battles.
Defend complex drug conspiracies with authority. Charlie commands courtrooms in high-stakes supply, importation, and trafficking cases. Proven expertise dismantling covert surveillance evidence and challenging prosecution theories in multi-defendant trials.
Master complex financial crime defence. Charlie unravels corporate fraud, investment schemes, and multi-jurisdictional conspiracies. Exceptional at cross-examining forensic accountants and exposing flaws in prosecution cases involving millions in alleged losses.
Protect your licence and liberty. Charlie defends death by dangerous driving, drink-driving, and serious motoring charges. Strategic advocacy that challenges forensic evidence, preserves careers, and secures acquittals when others see no defence.
Challenge convictions and sentences with precision. Charlie delivers incisive appeal grounds, rigorous case reviews, and decisive second opinions. Expert in conviction appeals, sentence challenges, and CCRC referrals across all serious criminal matters.