187 Chambers

Legal 500 (Leading Juniors) Ranked Tier 3

Emma is highly sought after and well respected with a practice which encompasses the full spectrum of serious and complex criminal cases, both prosecuting and defending. Emma is widely regarded as an outstanding jury advocate with formidable skill in cross-examination and speeches whilst being tactically astute.  She is able to master complex briefs with precision and ease and her meticulous preparation of every case is self-evident.

Emma has particular expertise in cases which are sensitive or those involving the very young or vulnerable, including those with mental health difficulties and has excellent communication skills with an empathetic approach.

Hardworking and offering a high level of professional care, Emma is extremely accessible and responsive. Her down to earth, approachable manner makes her an extremely popular choice for lay and professional clients alike.

Emma was appointed a Crown Court Criminal Recorder in 2023 and is ranked in both Chambers and Partners and the Legal 500.

Called 2001.

French (conversational).

Criminal Bar Association, current secretary and executive committee member; South East Circuit; Essex Bar Mess.

Inns of Court School of Law (BVC) 2001; LLB (Hons) (Plymouth) 1999; 2000 Inner Temple Ashworth scholar; 2000 Inner Temple Duke of Edinburgh Scholar; 2001 Inner Temple Geoffrey Veale Prizewinner.

Sports including skiing, netball, tennis; cooking; photography; dog walking.