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Provided by Rachel Shenton
Crime
Proceeds of Crime
Criminal Bar Association.
Middle Temple.
Qualified Advocacy Trainer.
Rachel is an experienced criminal advocate practising exclusively in crime and is regularly instructed by both the prosecution and defence in serious criminal cases. In particular, she specialises in murder, violence and serious sexual offences.
Rachel is routinely instructed in cases involving a wide range of sexual offences and is well known for her experience in handling such cases, including “grooming rings”, rape, sexual assault, historic abuse and familial offences, as well as digital sexual offences.
As well as conducting legally aided work she is also regularly sought out by private paying clients.
Rachel has a reputation as a formidable opponent with a high success rate across the board. She is a persuasive jury advocate and has particular skill in dealing with vulnerable witnesses, including children as young as 3 years old and other witnesses with learning disabilities, autism and other mental health problems. She is known for her attention to detail and diligent case preparation , as well as excellent client care.
Provided by Chambers
Rachel Shenton is a well-regarded criminal barrister with over 30 years' experience at the Bar, including time spent at the CPS. She has particular expertise in sexual offences as well as a strong homicide practice, acting for both the prosecution and defence.
Provided by Chambers
Rachel has good empathy with clients.
Rachel is a very good barrister and very talented.
Rachel has good empathy with clients.
Rachel is a very good barrister and very talented.
