England

Barristers

Emma Akuwudike

Emma Akuwudike

Position

Emma is an outstanding barrister who exudes confidence and gravitas. She is fearless and committed to defending her clients. She has earned an excellent reputation amongst her professional colleagues, lay clients, and the judiciary. Emma has a great rapport with juries due to her relatable manner. Her closing speeches are a work of art. Emma has extensive experience in a wide range of criminal offences of a high profile and complex nature. Her cases often receive national media coverage. She defends in multi-handed cases. Her practice predominantly involves homicide, serious and organised crime, firearms offences, kidnapping, armed robbery, and drug conspiracies. Emma is also very experienced in serious sexual offences.

Career

Called 1992

Registered Pupil Supervisor since October 2003

Mentoring for school pupils and university students

Pupillage assessment panel

Memberships

Criminal Bar Association

South Eastern Circuit

Association of Regulatory and Disciplinary Lawyers

Women in Criminal Law

Mentions

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