JOHN HURLOCK · Criminal defence barrister
John Hurlock represents clients in murder, manslaughter and attempted-murder cases, including proceedings involving multiple defendants and young people.
SELECTED EXPERIENCE
Published reports include his representation of a young defendant in a murder case involving disputed witness evidence.
At the Old Bailey, John represented a 17-year-old accused of murder and possessing a bladed article. Following a ruling on witness anonymity, the prosecution offered no evidence and not-guilty verdicts were entered.
Read case summaryTHE PRACTICE
Homicide allegations require detailed preparation and close attention to each defendant’s position. His work includes scrutiny of witness accounts, disclosure and the evidence relied on by the prosecution.
He has experience of cases involving self-defence, young defendants and applications concerning witness anonymity. The arrangements for representation, including any wider legal team, are agreed for the particular case.
Advice and representation in homicide allegations, including cases involving several defendants.
Advice on the allegation, the prosecution evidence and the issues to address in preparation for court.
Review of the material relied on, requests for disclosure and relevant legal applications.
Voluntary interviews, attendance following arrest and pre-charge advice. Evening and weekend attendance is offered, subject to confirmed availability.
BEFORE YOU ENQUIRE
Yes. He handles voluntary interviews, attendance following arrest and pre-charge advice. Call his clerks with the person’s details, the police station and any imminent interview. Evening and weekend attendance is offered, with availability confirmed for the case.
Arrange early advice or attendanceHis experience includes representing young defendants in serious criminal proceedings. Provide the person’s age, the allegation, their custody position and any hearing date when enquiring.
Information for your enquiryYes. Include your relationship to the person, their full name and date of birth, and the case details. If they are in prison, include their prison number and current prison. The clerks will explain the arrangements needed for instructions.
Contact ClerksTHE NEXT STEP
Email him directly about your case or call the clerks at 2 Bedford Row. Evening and weekend attendance is offered, with availability and fees confirmed when arranging instructions.
SELECTED EXPERIENCE
Published reports include his representation of a young defendant in a murder case involving disputed witness evidence.
At the Old Bailey, John represented a 17-year-old accused of murder and possessing a bladed article. Following a ruling on witness anonymity, the prosecution offered no evidence and not-guilty verdicts were entered.
Read case summaryTHE PRACTICE
Homicide allegations require detailed preparation and close attention to each defendant’s position. His work includes scrutiny of witness accounts, disclosure and the evidence relied on by the prosecution.
He has experience of cases involving self-defence, young defendants and applications concerning witness anonymity. The arrangements for representation, including any wider legal team, are agreed for the particular case.
Advice and representation in homicide allegations, including cases involving several defendants.
Advice on the allegation, the prosecution evidence and the issues to address in preparation for court.
Review of the material relied on, requests for disclosure and relevant legal applications.
Voluntary interviews, attendance following arrest and pre-charge advice. Evening and weekend attendance is offered, subject to confirmed availability.
BEFORE YOU ENQUIRE
Yes. He handles voluntary interviews, attendance following arrest and pre-charge advice. Call his clerks with the person’s details, the police station and any imminent interview. Evening and weekend attendance is offered, with availability confirmed for the case.
Arrange early advice or attendanceHis experience includes representing young defendants in serious criminal proceedings. Provide the person’s age, the allegation, their custody position and any hearing date when enquiring.
Information for your enquiryYes. Include your relationship to the person, their full name and date of birth, and the case details. If they are in prison, include their prison number and current prison. The clerks will explain the arrangements needed for instructions.
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