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

Mentions