Itpal is a Partner and Head of the Criminal Department. She specialises in defending the most serious and complex criminal cases including terrorism, murder, drug trafficking and firearms related offences. She also has extensive experience in dealing with business frauds, money laundering and complex confiscation.
Itpal is regularly instructed at the early stages of an investigation and has considerable experience in attending Schedule 7 port stops, police interviews and warrants of further detention. Her experience enables her to determine the best strategy and as a result many of her cases have been discontinued by the Crown or dismissed by the Court before trial.
Itpal has been described as very impressive and a specialist in counter-terrorism legislation in the Legal 500. She is known for her dedication, meticulous case preparation and her excellent track record in securing acquittals.
"Itpal Dhillon is just brilliant. Great with clients, hard-working, smart, and wonderful to work with"
The Legal 500 2024
Terrorism
Serious and Organised Crime
Business Crime/Fraud
"Team leader Itpal Dhillon is a notable terrorism specialist, and has acted on numerous high profile cases in the area" The Legal 500 2023
"Itpal Dhillon is smart, thorough and determined to get the best outcome” The Legal 500 2022
“Itpal Dhillon deals with the most serious and complex cases with enthusiasm, determination and compassion” The Legal 500 2021
“Itpal Dhillon is incredibly assiduous and hard working” The Legal 500 2020
;Itpal has contributed to the Legal Aid Handbook.
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