Harpreet took silk in his fifteenth year of practice. Before his appointment, he was appointed to the “A” list of the List of Specialist Regulatory Advocates in Health and Safety and Environmental Law. He continues to be instructed by the Health and Safety Executive in cases arising from fatal incidents.
His regulatory practice covers the niche area of police discipline work [please see Misconduct and Compliance CV], in which area Harpreet is one of a select group of barristers in the UK who is instructed on behalf of the Police Federation to represent its members. In addition, Harpreet accepts instructions to represent members of other professions who face disciplinary proceedings.
Harpreet represents interested parties at inquests and he is instructed to represent local authorities, companies and individuals before the criminal courts.
Languages
Punjabi (fluent).
Recommendations
"Harpreet is a real talent. He is a very smooth advocate."
Chambers UK 2023
"Harpreet has exceptional communication skills with clients and fellow professionals. He is a well-deserved silk.” "Harpreet is always well prepared both in relation to the legal and factual issues each case presents. He commands respect in court from both the judge and opponent barrister. Clients are always complimentary and feel confident that they are obtaining the best representation."
Legal 500 2023
“Harpreet Singh Sandhu has expertise in heavyweight criminal cases such as those involving rape and murder. He is a Grade 4 CPS prosecutor and has experience handling multi-handed matters. He also has expertise in dealing with drugs conspiracies and violent offences. He is noted for his sensitive handling of vulnerable defendants.”
Chambers UK 2022
“Able to turn even the most complex line of cross-examination into simple, yet devastating, questions. Quite simply excellent.” “He has a court manner that both judges and juries adore. His advocacy skills are based upon meticulous preparation which commands respect.”
Legal 500 2022
“He is a polished advocate and people have a lot of confidence in him.” “He is a class act and has a calmness and authority beyond his years.”
Chambers UK 2021
“Thorough, approachable and efficient, with good client care.” “Harpreet Sandhu is the key figure at No5 Barristers’ Chambers for professional disciplinary work, with a particular focus on representing officers in police misconduct proceedings.”
Legal 500 2021
“He’s always thoroughly prepared, and is very good at advising his clients on how they can best prepare themselves for the trial or sentencing hearing they are about to face.”
Chambers UK 2020
“Recent work includes terrorism, fraud and serious violent crime cases.” “A great all-round persuasive advocate.” “… notable for... expertise in police discipline.”
Legal 500 2020
Appointments
Bencher (Gray’s Inn).
Memberships
Gray’s Inn;
Midland Circuit;
Criminal Bar Association;
Health and Safety Lawyers’ Association.
Qualifications
BA (Hons) (Dunelm) [English Literature];
Dip Law (City);
BVC (Inns of Court School of Law) [Recipient of the British Academy of Forensic Sciences Prize];
Prince of Wales Scholar (Gray’s Inn).
