Chris Paxton KC concludes defence in Murder trial

Chris Paxton KC has concluded the case of Logan Burnett who was sentenced on the 17th February 2025, after pleading guilty to the murder of Courtney Mitchell and two counts of possessing knives.

Chris Paxton KC, representing Logan Burnett, said he did “not seek to diminish the seriousness of this offence, nor the tragedy arising” from it.

But, in mitigation, he cited Burnett’s “long mental health history” and said his “guilty plea reflects his genuine remorse”.

Logan Burnett received a sentence of life imprisonment with a minimum term of 23 years and 173 days.

Chris Paxton KC was shortlisted by Legal 500 for the 2024 Crime and Extradition Silk of the Year. He has extensive experience in Murder & Manslaughter, Serious & Organised crime and serious Sexual Offences and has appeared in a wide range of courts and tribunals. Many of his cases have involved very young and vulnerable witnesses and clients. Read more: [Christopher Paxton KC Profile]

Chris led Peter Spary, Partner and Solicitor Advocate at Barricella Hughes Marchant, Ipswich, Suffolk.

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