John Lamb

Qualifying as a barrister in 1990, John has experience in all aspects of criminal litigation. Protecting clients’ interests in connection with investigations and prosecutions conducted by amongst others the National Crime Agency (NCA), the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). John enjoyed a successful career at the independent bar for over 20 years and has defended clients charged with the most serious criminal offences. His practice involved defending cases across the criminal spectrum, including large scale fraud, money laundering, and white-collar crime. He headed the Crown Court Team at a large and successful practice based in Oxford covering cases nationwide, particularly in the Southeast and Thames Valley. He headed the private crime team at Ronald Fletcher Baker in September 2023 before returning to the independent bar at 4 KBW in January 2025. He brings an unrivalled appreciation of the workings of the criminal justice system, a forensic approach to his caseload, and the ability to offer a first-class service to all his clients.