KBG Chambers’ Criminal Team have been recommended as a Tier3 set in the recent 2025 edition of the Legal 500.
Crime (General and Fraud)
‘A brilliant set with an array of talent’, KBG Chambers handles abroad range of criminal cases. Michael Brown is representing a defendant accused of multiple rape and sexual offences and is known for his ’unrivalled attention to detail and always goes above and beyond’. Ali Rafati is ‘a highly skilled and tenacious trial advocate’ and represented a defendant in a case related to conspiracy to supply class A drugs from Liverpool to the South West. Katie Churcher defended a man charged with attempting a robbery along with two other defendants outside a nightclub and maintains ’an excellent rapport with clients’. ‘Talented trial advocate’ Francesca Whebell is another notable member of the set.
Ali Rafati – Tier 2- ‘Ali is one of the most sought-after criminal barristers. He has an excellent manner with clients but is also thorough and adept in his approach to cases. His approach to cross-examination is excellent.’
Nicholas Lewin – Tier 3
Michael Brown – Tier 2 - ‘Michael is exceptionally meticulous in preparing the case and confident in every brief. He gives strong advice and confidence to clients.’
Francesca Whebell – Tier 3 – 'Francesca is a capable, strong and persuasive advocate. She has a good rapport with clients and can communicate excellently at all levels.'
Katie Churcher – Tier 3 - ‘Katie is an excellent, highly regarded trial advocate. She is always well-prepared and is tenacious in court.’
Hollie Gilbery – Tier 3
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'The clerks are good. Colin Palmer is strong.'
- 'Colin Palmer is excellent and always available to assist.'
- 'The clerks in every department provide an excellent service. In particular, Colin Palmer and Rebecca Shephard are helpful and approachable.
- 'KBG Chambers always goes above and beyond to meet the needs of instructing solicitors punctually and professionally. They respond quickly and always do their utmost to facilitate the smooth running and rigorous defence.'
- 'KBG Chambers is very efficient, and the clerks are quick to respond to emails and queries. It has a good team of barristers and always does its best to ensure that instructed counsel is available.'
- 'KBG Chambers is a good chambers with a wide breadth of members.'
