JUNIOR PROFILE

Rachel Shenton

UK Bar 2026

18 St John Street

Ranked in 1 practice area

Crime

Northern (Bar)

2 years ranked

About

Provided by 18 St John Street

UK Bar

Practice Areas

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.

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.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

UK Bar

Crime - Northern (Bar)

Band 3

Individual Editorial

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.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Rachel Shenton is a very good advocate who is thorough in her work.
CrimeUK Bar
Rachel Shenton is an exceptional advocate and lights up the courtroom. She genuinely cares about witnesses and clients and presents cases in a creative and intellectual way.
CrimeUK Bar
Rachel is a superb advocate, she is able to maintain excellent communication and explains her reasoning for decisions being made: for this clients warm to her immediately.
CrimeUK Bar