Adam Furze

Adam became a member of Drystone Chambers in May 2025 following the successful completion of his third-six pupillage at Drystone Chambers. Adam completed his pupillage at the Crown Prosecution Service and qualified as a Crown Advocate.

Since joining chambers, Adam has quickly developed a mixed practice of prosecution and defence work, predominantly in the Crown Court on the Western Circuit. Recent defence instructions have included allegations of: burglary, robbery, wounding causing grievous bodily harm, arranging the commission of a child sex offence and stalking with fear of violence.

In terms of prosecution work, Adam is a grade 1 prosecutor. His background as a former Crown Advocate has provided him with invaluable experience prosecuting a wide variety of cases ranging from domestic abuse to allegations of serious violence and sexual offences.

Whilst studying for his law degree, Adam worked as a Legal Researcher for a barrister specialising in prison law, criminal appeals and public administrative law with a particular focus on cases involving civil liberties. He also volunteered for a suicide helpline supporting individuals in mental health crisis.

Adam is keen to develop a practice in regulatory law, professional discipline and court martial proceedings. During his second six, he was seconded to the Service Prosecuting Authority.  Alongside his day job, Adam serves in the British Army Reserves, so he has an understanding about the unique challenges of military life.

Adam has recently published an article available here, considering the implications of the recent judgment in DPP v Barton [2024] EWHC 1350 (Admin).