Exchange Chambers

Criminal defence specialist becomes Exchange Chambers’ latest member

Exchange Chambers has welcomed criminal specialist Oliver Jarvis as its latest member.

Oliver, who was called to the Bar in 1992, joins from Young Street Chambers in Manchester.

As a criminal defence specialist, Oliver's practice covers all areas of serious crime. He is an example of the ‘modern barrister’ and is well known for his mastery and utilisation of information technology when appearing in Court. 

Oliver has a large private client practice specialising in defending fatal road traffic offences funded by individuals and insurance companies. He is instructed by all the leading road traffic solicitors across the UK. He has defended in many high profile cases always as sole or lead counsel, including R v Paulo da Silva, the lorry driver who killed a family of six.

Oliver has acted in many other serious criminal cases involving allegations of murder, and drugs conspiracies. His knowledge of information technology assists him particularly in fraud cases which demand the management of vast amounts of material.

Commenting on his decision to join Exchange Chambers, Oliver Jarvis said:

"Exchange Chambers has an outstanding reputation and I am looking forward to further developing my practice in a modern, progressive and dynamic environment."

Said Tom Handley, Director of Chambers at Exchange Chambers:

"We are delighted to welcome Oliver to Chambers.

"His modern and progressive approach will complement Chambers as a whole."