Colin Witcher appointed Deputy Head of Chambers

Chambers is delighted to announce the appointment of Colin Witcher as Deputy Head of Chambers, effective from 28 January 2025.

Recognised as a Leading Junior by legal directories, Colin is known for his expertise in handling sensitive and high-profile criminal cases – particularly as a specialist in financial crime and corporate wrong-doing. He was recently appointed as a Recorder sitting in the jurisdiction of Crime, deployed to the South Eastern Circuit.

Colin will be assisting Head of Chambers Michael Mather-Lees KC, together with the Management Committee, to manage the overall strategy and growth of chambers, working alongside members and the clerking team.

Commenting on his appointment, Colin said: “I am delighted to have been appointed as Deputy Head of Church Court Chambers, my professional home for more than 10 years, and look forward to taking on a larger role in the management and development of chambers”