Denise Breen-Lawton KC
April 11, 2025
Chambers are delighted to welcome Denise Breen-Lawton KC as a door tenant.

Denise is an experienced terrorism, homicide, fraud and organised crime Barrister, and acts both for the Defence and Prosecution in cases of the most complex and serious nature.
Coming from a humble background and state school educated, she was the first in her family to attend university and can therefore easily communicate with, and relate to, people from all backgrounds. She was the only person on her Business Management degree to achieve a First Class Honours and was made a Master of the Bench at Gray’s Inn before taking silk. She is on the management, elections, and equality and diversity committees in her role as a Bencher.
Head of Chambers, John Elvidge KC said, “We are delighted to welcome Denise Breen Lawton KC as a Door Tenant at Dere Street. Denise is fantastic addition to the team; she is an excellent advocate who has great experience of dealing with the most complex of criminal cases.”
If you wish to instruct Denise or any member of our criminal team – please contact one of our experienced criminal clerks here