Emma has quickly developed a busy practice prosecuting and defending in the Crown Court.
Emma has experience of defending in serious Crown Court trials. She is known for having an engaging and persuasive court room manner and is a reassuring presence for clients both in and out of Court.
Emma is a thorough and well-prepared advocate committed to getting the best results for her clients.
Cases
R v OC
Emma represented a Defendant acquitted of Possession with intent to supply 0.5 kilograms of cannabis.
R v SB
Successful application to vacate plea, entered when the client was represented by another, in a complex matter.
R v CP
Emma represented a Defendant for offences of dangerous driving and numerous other driving offences. A custodial sentence was avoided, and a suspended sentence imposed following Emma’s tactical decision to call a live character witness.
BA Hons Business Management with Hospitality (Placement Year), First Class, 2019
Graduate Diploma in Law, Outstanding, 2020
Bar Practice Course, Very Competent, 2021
Level One CPS Prosecutor, 2022
Lord Steen Scholarship from Gray’s Inn, 2020
Dean’s Award for Academic Excellence from the University of Law, 2020
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St Ives Chambers is particularly well known for its family law expertise, which spans family finance, children and care matters………. Other key areas include crime and regulatory, commercial, Chancery and banking matters……Legal 500
