Michael Beckman

LLB: London
Call: 1954 Lincoln's Inn
QC: 1976

 
Michael Beckman

Michael’s extensive commercial and criminal practice has embraced both the domestic and international arenas for almost 40 years. He is renowned for his vast knowledge, flair and passion for his client’s interests. He is good with juries and a great believer in pre-trial team preparation. He is especially known for commercial fraud cases both in the criminal and civil courts.

A charismatic, creative and robust advocate, Michael’s in-court persona translates seamlessly to the negotiation table. Accordingly he is a formidable ally in any settlement process. Michael’s professional experience extends to major commercial and criminal trials in Hong Kong and Singapore, performing advisory work in Hong Kong Malaysia and the West Indies and conducting International arbitrations in Zambia.

Michael is also a member of 11 Stone Buildings, Lincoln’s Inn where he was head of chambers for some 25 years. Michael was educated at King’s College, London. At present Michael is defending in two separate money laundering trials in the Leeds Crown Court. The cases being worth in excess of £300 million.

Michael Beckman also provides mediation services