Barrister Profile

Main Areas of Practice

Criminal Law
Human Rights
Land Law
Personal Injury

Biography

Peter was called to the Bar of Northern Ireland in 2016.

He regularly accepts instructions in Criminal and Human Rights Law. Notably appearing in high profile assault, sexual abuse, and road traffic cases. He is experienced in complex matters such as: PACE, serious crime prevention orders and proceeds of crime legislation where he has advocated arguments both new and unique to this jurisdiction.

Peter also appears in the County Court and High Court acting for both Plaintiffs and Defendants across the full range of civil matters, including personal injury, contract, probate and land disputes.

Qualifications

2014; Law with Politics, Queen’s University Belfast,

2015; Graduate of the School of Democracy, Reggio Emilia, Italy

2016; Institute of Professional Legal Studies, Queen’s University Belfast

2017; Corrine Philpott Pupil Essay Competition Essay Winner