Expert Criminal Bail Applications & Representation

Bail Applications by a Criminal Defence Barrister

The issue of bail arises in almost every serious criminal case. Following charge, the police will often refuse bail, leaving defendants facing continued custody unless a strong application is made.

This is where an experienced criminal defence barrister can make a critical difference. A weak or poorly prepared bail application is likely to be refused. In the Crown Court, there is often only one opportunity to apply for bail, making it essential to get the application right first time.

Martin McCarthy KC brings many years of experience as a specialist criminal defence barrister, carefully analysing the evidence, identifying weaknesses in the prosecution case, and presenting the strongest possible arguments in favour of bail. He prepares detailed and persuasive bail packages, including robust proposed conditions, to maximise the prospects of release.

Martin will fight tirelessly to secure bail wherever possible and to protect his clients’ liberty at the earliest opportunity.

Why Choose Martin McCarthy KC

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"Martin is a superb criminal defence barrister. He is a wise and considered practitioner who shows great judgement in which battles to pick. He has a delightful court manner which charms judges and juries alike as well as a steely resolve. Martin is a stellar performer who was made for silk robes."

Other Key Lawyer

"Martin is an able advocate who sports good points of law, argues the point well and is clearly an adroit trial tactician."

London Bar

"Martin is absolutely brilliant. He has a really down-to-earth and direct advocacy style that judges and juries really like and is very effective."

Financial Crime UK Bar

"Martin speaks brilliantly and is very well prepared. His cross-examination is excellent because he has such a good tone of voice and deals with witnesses very well."

Crime UK Bar

"Martin is very industrious, sharp and hard-working and he is an all-round first-class counsel."

Crime UK Bar

"Martin is an exceptional practitioner who is the rare combination of a brilliant brain and an excellent advocate. He reads the room and even in the most challenging of cases ensures that the jury and judge are on board with him."

Legal 500 2024 Edition

"Martin McCarthy has an established defence practice across both crime and financial crime. He has experience of serious matters including those relating to people trafficking and terrorism. His cases regularly have cross-border elements."

Chambers and Partners 2024 edition

"Assiduous and extremely organised, his preparation for a case is excellent. He has an unrivalled sense of which direction a case is going once it's underway. He has a very good forensic mind and the ability to dial it up or down in response to the mood of the courtroom"

Chambers and Partners 2024 edition

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