Overview
Amber is a criminal practitioner who prosecutes and defends in the Crown Court across a broad range of serious matters. She is regularly instructed in cases involving violence, dishonesty, and drug offences.
Amber has a growing Crown Court practice and is building a strong reputation as a reliable and effective trial advocate. Amber is known for her thorough preparation, sound judgment, and measured advocacy. She approaches cases with a clear strategic focus, providing practical advice and effective representation throughout proceedings.
Prior to joining Chambers, Amber gained valuable experience working within solicitors’ firms in the North East, including as a prison law advocate and police station accredited representative. She has also lectured on the Legal Practice Course at Northumbria University.
Criminal Law
Amber has a busy Crown Court practice and accepts instructions to prosecute and defend.
She is a confident and effective advocate. She is regularly instructed in contested trials and has developed a strong track record of acquittals and convictions.
Amber is adept at addressing complex legal issues in a logical and pragmatic way. She is particularly valued for her ability to identify the key issues in a case and address them with clarity, judgment and persuasion.
She is known for her calm and focused approach in court, maintaining control of proceedings while remaining adaptable.
Amber provides clear, practical advice both in conference and in writing, and is trusted to manage cases efficiently from an early stage through to conclusion.
She is experienced in representing vulnerable defendants and witnesses, including those with mental health difficulties and learning needs, ensuring such issues are properly identified and effectively addressed within proceedings.
Notable Cases
R v D – Convictions secured for domestic violence offences occurring over a 7 year period including intentional strangulation
R v C and M – Secured acquittal following a multi-day trial concerning possession with intent to supply Class A drugs.
R v J – Secured acquittal in a multi-day trial involving allegations of grievous bodily harm against a cohabiting complainant.
R v M – Secured acquittals in a case involving serious violence arising from a road rage incident.
R v G – Achieved a suspended sentence in a case involving serious and unusual allegations of high-value fraud.
R v B-M – Successfully defended a foster carer facing allegations of assault against a child and associated public order offences, resulting in acquittal.
Amber welcomes instructions in all areas of criminal law, including trials, sentencing, and advisory work.