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Emma Stuart-Smith

Emma Stuart-Smith

Position

Emma’s practice encompasses all areas of criminal defence work, focusing particularly upon serious violence and organised crime. Her practice also includes sexual offences, money laundering and fraud offences.

With a focus on homicide, serious violence, firearm and drug conspiracies, her experience includes allegations of human trafficking within drug conspiracies and other allegations under the Modern Slavery Act.

Emma has strong experience representing young and vulnerable defendants, including those with learning difficulties and mental health issues. She has experience working with intermediaries and advising on cases where fitness to plead is an issue.

Emma receives instructions as a junior alone and a led junior.

Career

Called 2009.

Memberships

Criminal Bar Association Young Legal Aid Lawyers The Howard League for Penal Reform South Eastern Circuit

Education

University of Bristol (Philosophy BA Hons, 2007) BPP Law School (GDL, 2008) City Law School (BVC Outstanding, 2009)

Mentions

London Bar

Crime

Leading junior4
Emma Stuart-Smith – 25 Bedford Row ‘Emma is sought after by the very best silks as she is an excellent lawyer in terms of drafting skills as well as being an equally effective advocate. She combines sheer hard work with natural flair. Emma is a star.’