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Michael Goodwin KC and John Lyons instructed for the defence

March 16, 2026

Michael Goodwin KC and John Lyons have been instructed to defend in a high‑profile murder case involving the stabbing of a 15 year old teenager in Manchester.

The trial, before Mr Justice Griffiths, is being heard at Bolton Crown Court . It is expected to last several weeks. 

Michael Goodwin KC KC is ranked as a Leading King’s Counsel in crime and an expert in high profile homicide and serious crime cases

John Lyons specialises exclusively in criminal defence representing those accused of serious and organised crime including murder and manslaughter

They are instructed by Attiq Malik of Liberty Law Solicitors

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