Szilvia Booker

Practice Areas

Crime

SME International Crime & Security

Career

Szilvia is a prominent and highly sought-after barrister with a strong defence and prosecution practice, recognised for her exceptional expertise in the most serious and complex cases. Frequently instructed in matters involving murder, organised crime, human trafficking, large-scale drug conspiracies, firearms, and sexual offences. Renowned for her intelligent submissions, strategic foresight, and measured confidence she inspires trust and confidence in clients, colleagues, and instructing solicitors alike.

Szilvia brings unparalleled global insight into covert and reactive policing, as well as cross-border investigations. She has extensive experience working with international agencies, including the NCA, FBI, RCMP, Eurojust, AFRIPOL, and UNODC, making her a recognised leader in multi-jurisdictional cases involving JITs and international legal cooperation.

She is also a specialist prosecutor in Human Trafficking and Slavery cases, with substantial experience in large-scale trafficking operations, domestic servitude, exploitation crimes, and related offences such as money laundering and corruption within organised networks. Her expertise in deploying and challenging expert forensic evidence makes her a formidable advocate in cases where evidential complexity is at its highest. Internationally, Szilvia has been appointed by the UNODC to advise on legal frameworks for controlled deliveries and informant use in East Africa and has contributed to developing policies to trace and prosecute illicit activities across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Szilvia is the go-to senior junior for leading silks in high-profile, multi-defendant trials. Her tenacity, innovative thinking, and experience make her indispensable in the most demanding criminal trials.

Professional Memberships

SEC

CBA

CBA Judicial Liaison Committee