Catherine Rose
Catherine is a highly regarded junior with a practice prosecuting and defending serious and complex cases, with a particular focus on serious violence and organised crime.
Her recent caseload incudes Murder (led junior), Perverting the Course of Justice (led junior), Conspiracy to Supply Class A Drugs (led junior and junior alone), Fraud (led junior and junior alone), Armed Robbery, Witness Intimidation, Attempted Kidnapping and Criminal Damage with Intent to Endanger Life. She has experience in the Court of Appeal and in international matters.
A tenacious advocate, she meticulously prepares each case and is formidable in court. Her submissions are described by an instructing solicitor as “the product of detailed and comprehensive consideration of the evidence and the tactical approach to be taken to meeting it”. Catherine is hardworking and responsive, offering a high level of client care. Her down to earth manner enables her to build an easy rapport with clients and she is described as adept at handling clients “with professionalism and compassion”.
Awards/Appointments
\t2023 Level 3 on CPS general crime panel
\t2021 Level 2 on CPS extradition panel
\t2020 Shortlisted for Women in Law Awards Rising Star – Barrister/Advocate of the year
\t2017 Lincoln’s Inn Buchanan Prizewinner (BPTC)
\t2017 City University Everard Ver Hayden Prizewinner (BPTC)
\t2016 Lincoln’s Inn Lord Denning Scholar (BPTC)
\t2016 City University Postgraduate Scholar (BPTC)
\t2012 Lincoln’s Inn Lord Haldane Scholar (GDL)
\t2012 University of Law “Gold Award” Scholar (GDL)
\t2012 University of Sheffield Marquand Prizewinner (Degree)