Piarra Singh is a dynamic and highly promising criminal barrister at Equity Chambers, rapidly establishing himself as a standout advocate in the Midlands’ legal community. Specialising in serious and complex crime, he combines sharp legal insight with persuasive advocacy and a client-focused approach. In court, Piarra has earned recognition for his composure and commitment—recently receiving praise from a Crown Court judge who remarked, “The profession needs more barristers like him.”

Called to the Bar in 2023, Piarra has quickly built a practice concentrated on Crown Court trials, defending clients facing a wide range of allegations—from firearms and drug conspiracies to serious violence, fraud, and sexual offences. He is also instructed in youth court proceedings, including sensitive RASSO matters, and is known for being adaptable to his surroundings—able to handle both high-pressure trials and vulnerable clients with professionalism and care.

Before joining the criminal Bar, Piarra built up practical courtroom experience in the County Court, where he represented clients in small claims hearings before District Judges. This foundation sharpened his advocacy under pressure from the outset of his career. He was awarded the prestigious University of Law Advocacy Scholarship, recognising his potential early on.

As a member of Equity Chambers, a specialist criminal set with a proud reputation for heavyweight defence work since 1996, Piarra continues to earn the confidence of instructing solicitors by combining meticulous preparation with clear and effective advocacy—bringing clarity, commitment, and sound judgment to every case he is instructed in.

Areas of Practice

  • Criminal Defence
    • Firearms & Drugs Offences
    • Violent Crime
    • Fraud & White-Collar Crime (including POCA proceedings)
    • Sexual Offences

Notable Cases

  • R v Hussain, Stoke Crown Court (2025):
    Acquittal secured in a hard-fought, week-long trial against a prosecuting King’s Counsel. Commended for composed and incisive advocacy under pressure.
  • R v Liaqat, Wolverhampton Crown Court (2025):
    Only defendant on an eight-person indictment not to be convicted by the jury following a four-week trial involving allegations of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs.
  • R v Muniandy, Birmingham Crown Court (2025):
    Secured a favourable outcome in a serious drug importation case after successfully persuading the prosecution to offer no evidence against the defendant in relation to a suitcase full of cannabis brought into the country via Birmingham Airport.
  • R v Glover, Cambridge Crown Court (2025):
    Secured a suspended sentence for a client charged with historic sexual assault and voyeurism charges, following careful mitigation and strategic case management in a sensitive sentencing exercise.
  • R v C, Wolverhampton Youth Court (2025):
    Instructed in a complex youth court sexual offence trial, showing care and composure in managing sensitive evidence and vulnerable witnesses.
  • R v Zamankhen, Birmingham Crown Court (2024):
    Successfully defended a client in a multi-handed stabbing case arising from an incident in Birmingham city centre, resulting in a not guilty verdict after a two-week trial.
  • R v Khan & Others, Lincoln Crown Court (2024):
    Navigated a high-pressure, five-week drugs conspiracy trial involving multiple defendants before the Recorder of Lincoln, demonstrating strategic thinking and persuasive advocacy.
  • R v Hamid, Birmingham Crown Court (2024) – Instructed in a complex fraud trial involving extensive financial transactions and detailed paper evidence. Demonstrated thorough preparation and tenacity in a demanding multi-week case.

Qualifications, Awards & Memberships

  • LLM & BA (Hons)
  • Bar Professional Training Course, University of Law
  • University of Law Advocacy Scholarship
  • Called to the Bar 2023, Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn
  • Member of the Criminal Bar Association & Midlands Circuit