Patricia joined GT Stewart in early 2018 after working for many years at several respected criminal defence firms.  She holds her Higher Rights of Audience which allows her to defend clients as their cases progress through the criminal justice system.  She has litigated on the full range of criminal cases and has a particular interest in representing young clients in the Youth Court.  She is an excellent communicator, well respected by colleagues and clients alike, and her love of the job does not diminish with time.  Her additional interest in working within the prison law field allows her to ensure all clients receive the best possible service even at the conclusion of their criminal case.  She supervises a team of solicitors at both the Leeds and Manchester office all of whom have excellent records of securing positive results for their clients, with a strong emphasis in client care.

Education and Qualifications

LLM Masters in Law (A critical analysis of the offence of Corporate Manslaughter)

Higher Rights of Audience (Civil & Criminal)

Duty Solicitor

LPC – Legal Practice Course

LLB (Hons)