Sexual Offences
Top-Rated Expert Rape & Sex Offences Direct Access Defence Barrister KC [QC]
As a top-rated sex offences and rape defence barrister, Adrian Eissa KC [formally QC] is frequently instructed to defend in serious sexual cases. He approaches these cases with the same expert legal skill, care and sensitivity that he is famous for.
He understands that the impact of being accused of, let alone convicted of, a sexual offence can be life-changing and devastating. The stigma alone of such an allegation impacts not just the accused, but their friends and family.
Adrian is also a Recorder of the Crown Court (a part-time judge), and is authorised to try serious sexual offences.
Best-In-Class Rape and Sexual Offences Direct Access Defence Barrister | Adrian Eissa KC
Although sexual offences are typically alleged to have occurred “behind closed doors” with no independent witnesses, this does not make them simple: far from it. The absence of witnesses can increase the risk of false allegations.
By instructing a top expert such as Adrian Eissa KC, clients can be sure that no stone is left unturned in their case.
Leading Sex Offences & Rape Charge Specialist | Adrian Eissa KC For Expert Criminal Defence
Of course, every case is unique. You need a specialist sex offence defence barrister who is expert in dealing with scenarios like these:
- Difficulties caused by “historical” allegations said to have taken place many years before a complaint is made. This may cause substantial difficulties in mounting a proper defence.
- The need to obtain disclosure of social media accounts and mobile communications such as SMS text or WhatsApp messages. In some cases, this can radically change the picture.
- The alleged victim might be very young or otherwise vulnerable. Adrian is highly experienced and skilled at cross-examining vulnerable witnesses.
- It might be necessary to apply for disclosure from third parties who hold relevant information, such as Social Services.
- Expert evidence regarding causation of injuries or the presence of DNA might be required.
- The complainant and suspect may both have been intoxicated or under the influence of drugs.
In addition, defending allegations of sexual misconduct in the workplace is an increasingly common phenomenon. Adrian is available to advise corporates, organisations and individuals engaged with such allegations and investigations of this nature.
A supreme trial advocate.
Legal 500
He is an extremely capable lawyer who is fair and focused/
Chamber UK 2022
A good tactician who is diligent and painstaking. He had an easy way with the jury.
Chamber UK 2021
Contact Top-Rated Direct Access Criminal Defence Barrister | Adrian Eissa KC
If you or a loved one would like an initial conversation about your case with one of the UK’s top-rated and most experienced and successful direct access criminal defence barristers, speak to my clerk, Daniel.
APPOINTMENTS:
- Recorder of Crown Court 2012
- Queen’s Counsel 2018
PUBLICATIONS:
- The Proceeds of Crime
Millington & Sutherland Williams 5th Ed, 2018. Oxford University Press, Civil Recovery Chapters - Criminal Law Week 2019
Case commentary - Fraud: A Practitioners Handbook
Bloomsbury Professional 2014 - Confiscation: A Practitioners Handbook
Bloomsbury Professional 2011
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:
- Criminal Bar Association
- Proceeds of Crime Lawyers Association
- Standing Conference of Mediation Advocates
- Member of the Fraud Lawyers Association