This week on Lawfully Yours, hosts Vickki Ridgway and Geraldine Watson are joined by Angela Lewis, highly regarded Senior Solicitor and Consultant with Garrisons Legal, for a fascinating conversation about criminal law, complex cases, resilience and what it really means to represent people when the stakes could not be higher.
Before welcoming Angela to the podcast, Vickki and Geraldine discuss some of the latest developments and talking points from the world of law, sharing their thoughts on the issues currently making waves and the realities behind the headlines.
The conversation then turns to Angela and her journey into law. Coming from a working-class background, Angela shares how she worked incredibly hard to build a career as a solicitor, from her early interests in music and graphic design to studying criminology before going on to complete her law degree and begin her career as a criminal lawyer.
Angela has represented clients in a wide range of severe and complex legal cases, including child abduction, kidnap and triple murder, as well as advocating for adults and young people facing criminal investigations.
During the conversation, Angela gives an insight into some of the cases she has worked on, including her involvement in a triple murder case, and discusses the realities of working on cases where the consequences can be life-changing.
Vickki, Geraldine and Angela also explore one of the more difficult questions surrounding criminal defence: how do you represent someone when you believe, or know, that your client is guilty?
They discuss the professional responsibilities of a defence solicitor, the importance of ensuring every client has proper representation and the emotional and ethical challenges that can come with defending people accused of serious crimes.
Angela also reflects on the journey that brought her into criminal law, the barriers she has overcome and the determination required to build a successful career from a working-class background.
Expect fascinating stories, honest conversations and plenty of insight into the realities of criminal defence, as Lawfully Yours continues to shine a light on the people behind the professions and the experiences that shape them.
This is a must-listen for anyone interested in criminal law, legal careers, complex cases or the human stories behind some of the most challenging areas of the justice system.
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