Direct Access Barrister

Lucy Brown

I am an experienced criminal law barrister. Prior to being called to the Bar in 2016, I was a criminal defence solicitor for 9 years, having qualified in 2007.

I prosecute and defend criminal cases in the Crown Court. I am also experienced in Magistrates' and Youth Court proceedings. I am a Grade 3 prosecutor. I predominantly practice on the North Eastern Circuit which covers Yorkshire and the North East.

Area of Law

Crime

I defend and prosecute a wide range of criminal matters, primarily in the Crown Court. I am also experienced in dealing with proceedings in the Magistrates' and Youth Courts.

Licensing

I have acted in both taxi licensing and firearms licensing appeals.

What sort of work do I do?

Crime
Road Traffic offences
Regulatory
Licencing appeals

Who do I work for?

Criminal defence solicitors
Individuals/companies facing criminal proceedings
CPS
Police Forces
Agencies such as the DVLA and Food Standards Agency
Taxi drivers

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