Areas of Practice

Emma is an experienced criminal practitioner, defending and prosecuting in a wide-range of cases; she has been led in a number of serious cases including murder and conspiracy to supply drugs and firearms.

Emma has particular experience in dealing with serious violent and sexual offences; she is recognised as someone who deals sensitively with child witnesses, victims and those accused of serious sexual offences.

In addition to her ‘usual’ criminal practice, Emma deals with cases on behalf of Avon and Somerset Police, primarily in relation to shotgun and firearm licence matters and other regulatory offences.

Emma is a member of the CBA and the Western Circuit.

Email:emartin@octagonchambers.co.uk