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Mel Stooks

Mel Stooks

UK 2026

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GT Stewart
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Ranked in 1 practice area

Crime

London (Firms)

5 years ranked

About

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Awards

Youth Justice Champion Award

YJLC

2019

Key sectors

Business and Professional Services

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Crime - London (Firms)

Band 2
Individual Editorial
Mel Stooks specialises in youth justice issues, including the defence of young people facing serious criminal charges. She also regularly advises on matters involving clients on the autism spectrum.
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Strengths

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  • She is an absolute powerhouse. I don't believe there is anyone in London who is better in youth crime.

    CrimeChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

  • Her work with youths is renowned and her client care second to none.

    CrimeChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

  • Mel is incredibly knowledgeable concerning the law around children and sentencing. She establishes very good relationships with the children she represents.

    CrimeChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

  • If there was a young kid in trouble I would go to Mel. She is utterly brilliant with young people.

    CrimeChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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