Hannah Edwards
Hannah is a tenant at Drystone Chambers specialising in criminal law and professional discipline.
Hannah has been praised for her thorough preparation, attention to detail and tactical insight. Hannah has a busy criminal practice, both prosecuting and defending in the Crown Court, across the spectrum of criminal offences. Hannah has particular experience working with vulnerable clients and clients with complex needs, including those with mental health problems and/or learning difficulties.
Prior to coming to the Bar, Hannah worked at a top city firm specialising in serious fraud and asset recovery. Hannah gained exposure to cases where civil claims ran parallel to criminal prosecutions and often acted for defendants who were subject to worldwide freezing injunctions. Hannah is also experienced in defending high-profile prosecutions by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and other regulatory bodies.
Hannah is a Grade 2 prosecutor and is regularly instructed by local authorities to prosecute regulatory offences. Hannah has also acted for the Metropolitan Police Service in applications for civil preventative orders such as sexual harm prevention orders and closure orders.