Barristers

Hannah Edwards

Hannah Edwards

Position

Hannah has been praised for her thorough preparation, attention to detail and tactical insight.

Hannah has particular expertise working with vulnerable clients, including those with mental health problems and/or learning difficulties. Hannah is often sought after to represent vulnerable youth clients, including those with Asperger’s Syndrome, Autism and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), due to her excellent client care and communication skills.

She is adept at identifying and instructing appropriate experts and has experience in dealing with cases requiring the involvement of an intermediary. Hannah is also experienced in representing youth clients that have crossed significant age thresholds.

Hannah is also experienced in defending high-profile prosecutions by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

Career

Called 2016.

Prior to joining Chambers, Hannah worked at Brett Wilson LLP, assisting with the firm’s serious fraud, asset recovery and private criminal defence practice. Hannah gained exposure to cases where civil claims ran parallel to criminal prosecutions and frequently acted for defendants who were subject to worldwide freezing injunctions.

Memberships

The Honourable Society of Gray’s Inn Criminal Bar Association Women in Criminal Law

Education

Albion Richardson Scholar, The Honourable Society of Gray's Inn (2015). Bar Professional Training Course, University of the West of England (Very Competent) BA in Jurisprudence, The University of Oxford

Mentions

London Bar

Crime

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Hannah Edwards – 25 Bedford Row ‘Hannah is a highly capable barrister, able to manage cases with a vast amount of case material. She exhibits a remarkable capacity to distil complex legal issues and ensure that no legal detail is overlooked. She also has an excellent manner with clients.’