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Nneka Akudolu KC

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Position

Appointed King’s Counsel in 2022, Nneka is a highly respected jury advocate whose practice encompasses all areas of serious crime. She has particular experience working with vulnerable defendants and witnesses and those charged with historic allegations of a sexual nature. She regularly is lauded by her clients for her razor sharp focus and meticulous preparation in every case that she undertakes.

Nneka is a personable and approachable advocate whose ability to understand the facts of a case quickly and effectively enable her to grasp the issues with ease. She is especially proficient in dealing with long running high profile cases with significant volumes of evidence and multiple defendants. These cases typically involve complicated joint enterprise issues. Nneka has a wealth of experience challenging expert evidence in respect of gang associations and drill lyrics. Her cases routinely involve the interpretation of difficult scientific evidence such as blood spatter distribution and DNA.

Away from the Crown Court, Nneka has a keen interest in Military Law and has considerable experience representing members of the armed forces and their dependents in Court Martial proceedings here and overseas. Her military work covers a wide range of matters including murder and serious sexual offences.

Nneka is a fierce proponent for increased diversity at the Bar and frequently writes articles and delivers speeches on the subject.

Career

Called 2002; Appointed King’s Counsel: 2022

Memberships

• CPS Advocates Panel, Grade 4
• CPS RASSO List
• Criminal Bar Association
• South Eastern Circuit
• British Nigeria Law Forum
• Pupil Supervisor
• 2 Hare Court Equality and Diversity Officer