Barrister, Kings's Counsel, specialising in international commercial matters, commercial fraud, financial regulation and compliance, international regulatory investigations, sanctions, bribery, corruption, international arbitration and mediation. Legal 500"Strong experience in the crossover between criminal, civil and regulatory law.""Steeped in top experience in the most difficult and high-profile fraud cases – hugely intelligent, a strong, versatile and fearless advocate"."Evidentially meticulous with a formidable court presence, this leader is simply first class" "A seasoned advocate and a lethal cross-examiner. If you want a fearless advocate, you want him. He has a wealth of experience and knowledge in cases of financial crime. He is a team player.""He has a wealth of experience and knowledge in cases relating to financial crime." "Philip has gravitas in court and he's well respected. He'll fight for his clients with absolutely everything he's got.""The ‘nearly faultless’ Philip Hackett QC is the counsel of choice for many solicitors requiring outstanding expertise in the most complex criminal matters.""An imposing court presence and an asset to anyone who instructs him"Chambers & Partners "A talented and very experienced advocate.""He is a brilliant tactical silk who can see the bigger picture before anyone else.""Philip Hackett KC is “a sensational advocate,” whose “advocacy is of an exceptional standard""Philip Hackett KC is applauded for his magnificent work in relation to fraudulent trading, money laundering and confiscation proceedings. ‘He is a superb advocate and a master tactician’, who is ‘approachable and highly prepared’. A Barrister with the X-factor""A confident barrister who presents well and is noted for being prepared to take novel positions in order to further his client's interests. His caseload includes the defence of high-level SFO investigations into fraud, rate manipulation and corruption."