Thomas
Welshman
Tom brings a thorough and detailed analysis of the law to all his cases which he couples with a subtly persuasive and very effective style.
Member of Grays Inn
Level 3 RASSO CPS Panel Advocate
Member of the Criminal Bar Association
Thomas
Welshman
Tom prosecutes and defends in a variety of matters in the Crown Court, including firearms offences, sexual offences, fraud, and violence.
As a member of the RASSO panel, Tom prosecutes cases involving allegations of sexual offending against adults and children. He understands and meets the unique challenges – both inside and outside of the courtroom – which these cases present. He also defends such cases.
He is sensitive to the particular needs of vulnerable clients and witnesses. He has cross-examined children and individuals with learning difficulties. He has also defended young people accused of serious offences in the Youth Court.
Prior to the Bar, Tom worked as an editorial assistant at CrimeLine and a legal editor at the National Archives. These experiences provided Tom with different perspectives on the law which he incorporates into his present work.
Other Interests
Outside of the law, Tom enjoys literature, cinema, and sport.
Notable Cases
R v A (Defence) (2020)
Caernarfon Magistrates’ Court: represented a junior doctor charged with possessing indecent and extreme images, securing a community order. This case was reported by the BBC, among other organisations: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-53326704.
R v W (Prosecution) (2021)
Leicester Crown Court: prosecuted two women who pleaded guilty to an ABH in which the victim was kicked repeatedly while on the ground. This case was reported by the national press: https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/drunken-out-control-mums-kicked-23508940.
R v W (2024)
Nottingham Crown Court: prosecuted a nursery worker who pleaded guilty to mistreating a child in her care. This case was reported by the BBC: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-69029928
R v B (2024)
Warwick Crown Court: defended a man accused of raping his ex-girlfriend. The jury returned a unanimous ‘not guilty’ verdict.
R v N (2024)
Northampton Crown Court: prosecuted a man who was unanimously convicted of raping an unconscious woman. He received 8 years 3 months’ imprisonment for rape and perverting the course of justice. This case was reported by the national press: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13865659/Man-filmed-raping-unconscious-woman-jailed-eight-years.html
R v W (2024)
Nottingham Crown Court: prosecuted a man who was unanimously convicted of repeated rapes of a schoolgirl. He received a 20-year prison sentence. This case was reported by the BBC: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/clyldmvpgj5o
