9BR Chambers

Sophie practices in Crime and Extradition. She regularly appears in the Magistrates Court, Crown Court and Youth Court and has appeared in full extradition hearings. She has been described as ‘forcefully persuasive’ with submissions and ‘first class’ with her clients. 

Sophie joined Chambers as a Tenant in April 2024 after the successful completion of pupillage, where she assisted in the preparation of both prosecution and defence matters involving firearms, sexual offences, fraud, and serious violence. Sophie is currently a Grade 2 prosecutor on the CPS Panel.

Sophie has been instructed in a wide range of criminal matters and always has the clients understanding at the forefront of her mind. She is particularly passionate about working with clients with Neurodivergent conditions.
Background and Expertise
Before turning to law, Sophie received a first-class History degree from The University of Southampton and studied Drama & Theatre at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama.

Whilst studying for her master’s in law, Sophie worked on a pro-bono project which provided legal advice for victims of domestic violence during covid. Her MA legal research project focused on the effectiveness of the disclosure process in RASSO cases.

Prior to starting pupillage, Sophie worked as the Future Pupil Programme Coordinator at The University of Law. Here she advised students on their careers and spoke with barristers and other legal organisations daily.

Appointments

CPS Grade 2 - General Crime

The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple Women in Criminal Law (WICL) Neurodiversity in Law (Co-founder) Delf Extradition Lawyers Forum (DELF)

CertHE - Royal Central School of Speech and Drama BA History, First Class Honours - The University of Southampton MA Law, Commendation - The University of Law BPC, Very Competent - The University of Law