Kathleen Mulhern.

Kathleen is a committed advocate with a passion for criminal defence. She practices in all areas of general and serious crime, and is regularly instructed in serious matters including serious violence, commercial drug supply, firearms offences, fraud and money laundering.

Kathleen is known for being approachable and down to earth. She is able to put her lay and professional clients at ease with her friendly manner and high standard of client care. She is often complimented on her compassion and understanding of the issues faced by her clients.

She provides clear and sensible advice in a manner which engenders trust and inspires confidence. She has particular skill in engaging with vulnerable clients, possessing the patience and ability to quickly build a good rapport with an empathetic and sensitive approach. She is also skilled at engaging difficult clients with her direct and calm approach.

Kathleen is not afraid to argue robustly on behalf on her clients, and has the ability to do so without losing rapport with her tribunal.

Prior to joining chambers Kathleen was a Partner and In-House Counsel at a specialist criminal firm of solicitors. She is dual qualified as a duty solicitor and police station representative, and also possesses a wealth of experience in litigation. This experience provides invaluable knowledge and understanding of the criminal process.