What Others Say About Us
About the firm
Corker Binning is renowned for its expertise in criminal and regulatory litigation with criminal cartel investigations a further forte of the team.
Chambers UK 2012
On client service "It is accessible and always provides honest advice."
Chambers UK 2012
Corker Binning continues to "punch well above its weight"... Corker Binning represents many high-profile clients in sensitive matters attracting considerable media attention.
Legal 500 2011
...praised for its handling of the most intricate criminal fraud cases. Sources say "they are able to provide a personal level of care for the client."
Chambers UK 2011
The "especially talented" Robert Brown leads a criminal defence team that recently represented Ronnie Wood...the firm is also acting in a number of high profile and politically sensitive Terrorism Act investigations. David Corker and Nicola Finnerty are highly recommended.
Legal 500 2010
The team is also hailed for its flexibility. Sources say the lawyers complement each other well - the set-up is quite diverse which makes them terrifically good at what they do.
Chambers UK 2010
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Chambers UK 2009
This criminal practice is noted as "a team that handles challenging work very well," as well as being "tidy, efficient, and very intuitive."
Chambers UK 2012
This four-partner firm continues to consolidate its position as one of the leading fraud practices in the London market. Enthusiastic sources praise its "efficient and intuitive" lawyers, agreeing that it is well placed to handle high-stakes and complex work.
Chambers UK 2012
The general crime team is praised for its ability to handle the most complicated cases and manage the expectations of demanding clients.
Chambers UK 2011
Corker Binning has successfully consolidated itself as one of the heavyweights in this area. Barristers say that it is difficult to fault this firm, as its defence strategy is always immaculately thought out and its briefs superbly well prepared.
Chambers UK 2010
Corker Binning is an established force in general crime and extradition cases.
Chambers UK 2009
...legal knowledge and experience of the highest order, as well as a real sensitivity to any relevant special issues.![]()
Chambers UK 2009
About individuals at Corker Binning
Peter Binning
Name partner Peter Binning offers considerable experience as a former prosecutor for the SFO. He is widely lauded by sources for being "always accessible," and taking a "very shrewd approach to get the best results for clients."
Chambers UK 2012
Partner Peter Binning is commended as a "highly capable and sensible" practitioner, and is applauded by clients for his pragmatism.
Chambers UK 2012
Name partner Peter Binning is a former public prosecutor who receives substantial market recognition for the strength of his practice. He is a "capable and hands-on practitioner," who is "very deserving of his Band 1 status," say sources.
Chambers UK 2012
Peter Binning is "a charming and clever lawyer who is a real rainmaker".
Legal 500 2011
...admired for his strong commitment to his clients' best interests.
Chambers UK 2011
Described as "charming, smooth and able" by interviewees, who are also resoundingly impressed with his strong negotiation skills.
Chambers UK 2011
Peter Binning is "very enthusiastic and clear-headed", and an excellent negotiator. He has an incredible success rate representing Russian nationals facing extradition.
Chambers UK 2010
Peter Binning is lauded for his "great experience, ability to work under huge pressure, extensive knowledge of the law and the ability to inspire confidence in clients."
Chambers UK 2010
Peter Binning is noted for his tenacity - "he never lets go on a case" - and for his industriousness and pragmatism.
Chambers UK 2009
...very switched-on, one step ahead, having an enormous range of experience and knowledge as well as being a very creative thinker and an extremely hard worker.![]()
Chambers UK 2008
...praised for his knowledge and sensitivity, and acts for politicians, athletes, musicians and members of the media.![]()
Legal 500 2008
...the "unflappable" Peter Binning...
Legal 500 2008
Robert Brown
"Very experienced and wise" star practitioner Robert Brown "is practical, sensible and knows exactly where to pitch it."
Chambers UK 2012
"Highly intelligent, hugely experienced, full of common sense, and shrewd, and knows exactly how to pitch it."
Legal 500 2011
The "especially talented" Robert Brown leads the criminal defence team.
Legal 500 2010
"gives you an understanding of the wider picture and puts clients at their ease."
Chambers UK 2011
Robert Brown has "impeccable judgement and is one of the lawyers to whom other lawyers turn."
Chambers UK 2010
He is a highly experienced criminal litigator and greatly respected for his authoritative wisdom and guidance in all areas of criminal law.
Chambers UK 2010
...a great ambassador for the profession and an innovative legal mind.
Chambers UK 2009
...The "impressive" Robert Brown...
Legal 500 2008
David Corker
Co-founder David Corker is a previous Metropolitan Police constable who enjoys an enviable reputation for "great legal understanding allied to superb tactical judgement."
Chambers UK 2012
Fellow founder David Corker is a former police constable and his clients can expect "very good client management and care from an extremely bright lawyer."
Chambers UK 2012
Experienced criminal lawyer David Corker earns praise for his strong credentials in this area of the law. Impressed clients commend his "good nose for how the client's interests can be served early on."
Chambers UK 2012
"amongst the elite group of UK criminal defence lawyers" and is "extremely bright and good at providing a strategic overview, and has excellent client care skills"
Legal 500 2011
Universally acclaimed as a leader in his field, with sources describing him as "a titan - his legal knowledge is excellent and he's a real fighter for his clients."
Chambers UK 2011
...praised for his robust and intelligent advice.
Chambers UK 2011
David Corker is a "resourceful operator who spots the important issues in no time."
Chambers UK 2010
David Corker is particularly known for his in-depth knowledge of criminal procedure.
Chambers UK 2010
...combines toughness and common sense - he's also academically very strong and able to convert complicated ideas into simple terms.
Chambers UK 2009
...encyclopaedic knowledge of the law, charismatic personality - he is an excellent technical lawyer who can also be charming.![]()
Chambers UK 2008
...the "widely respected" David Corker...
Legal 500 2008
Nicola Finnerty
Nicola Finnerty is strongly acclaimed for her "fabulous tactical sense, and extremely good client skills." She advised a high-profile peer in relation to the fallout from the UK parliamentary expenses investigation, and is also involved in major SFO prosecutions.
Chambers UK 2012
Nicola Finnerty was retained in the News of the World phone hacking matter, with sources agreeing that "her relaxed manner belies her very well-planned strategies."
Chambers UK 2012
"terrific with the most demanding of clients, incisive and tactically very astute."
Legal 500 2011
...admired for her strong commitment to her clients' best interests.
Chambers UK 2011
"...a very personable and very client-friendly lawyer." She has established a formidable reputation through handling high profile fraud cases, such as her representation of the Madoff Securities CEO.
Chambers UK 2011
Nicola Finnerty "lives and breathes her cases", paying tremendous attention to detail.
Chambers UK 2010
Nicola Finnerty is "a conscientious and caring lawyer", perfectly suited to sensitive media cases; she also "really gets her teeth into cases and has a real desire to win."
Chambers UK 2010
...a fierce defender who's utterly client-focused.
Chambers UK 2009
...(Nicola) has arrived in a major way: the quality of her work is superb and she is very bright, with exceptional people and organisational skills.
Chambers UK 2009
...a practitioner with a wealth of experience; who leaves no stone unturned; her preparation and understanding is impeccable.
Chambers UK 2009
...excellent client manner; she really understands and engages with the client. Finnerty also boasts a wealth of experience and is not afraid to be forthright in her views.
Chambers UK 2008
...immaculate Nicola Finnerty is gaining recognition.
Legal 500 2008


