Olliers

Crime

Senior Associate

Saskia first joined Olliers in 2011, completing her training contract with the firm and qualifying as a solicitor. In 2016, she moved to another leading firm in Manchester, gaining further experience before deciding to return to Olliers in 2024. Pre-charge specialism Saskia is known for her empathetic nature and personable approach. Her clients trust she will provide the utmost support to them during what may be the most traumatic period of their lives.

She has a genuine passion for criminal defence having specialised in criminal law for her entire career since qualification.

Saskia is known for her proactive approach during the ongoing pre-charge investigation stage of a case. An interview under caution is an extremely important stage of the process but it is often after the police interview that the real work begins. Saskia will always look to bring an investigation to a conclusion without the need for a prosecution. She is known for her strategic approach liaising with investigators throughout and will utilise a combination of formal and informal representations to police and prosecutors ensuring that the chances of a prosecution are substantially reduced.

Saskia generally only undertakes work on a privately funded basis.