James Carr

of Counsel

James Carr, a member of both the Bar of England and Wales and California, enjoys over 20 years of jury trial experience. He appears as Lead Defense Counsel in high profile cases ranging from sophisticated international white-collar crime, fraud, homicide, large-scale multi agency drug importation conspiracies, related RICO and asset confiscation proceedings, tracing, money laundering applications, robbery, and related appeals. His renowned defense practice crosses international boundaries and jurisdictions. He successfully defended the largest cash forfeiture proceeding in UK history, reducing the claim from (US dollar equivalent) $73.8 million to $1.00.

James successfully defended the youngest child to have been charged with murder in UK history – 10 years old at the time of charge. James also deploys this wealth of defense experience in his Plaintiff’s practice, which includes Class Action litigation against “Big Oil,” catastrophic personal injury ligation, and workplace discrimination actions.

Identified as a “Leader in his Field” by Chambers & Partners, the most authoritative and prestigious legal rating agency in the United Kingdom, his practice spans the spectrum of litigation both in the UK and California. Said to be a “class act” and a “joy to watch,” James possesses the rare ability to be charming and approachable while remaining a formidable force.