Anna Hamilton-Shield

Called: 1989

Areas of Law

Anna always has a comprehensive and meticulous knowledge of any case in which she is instructed.

She is known for her fierce and combative advocacy skills.

She has a natural flair for gaining the trust of the jury to the advantage of her clients.

Every possible argument will be advanced in defence of her clients. She is describe as a vicious and fearless advocate

When appearing in the Employment Tribunal her robust advocacy secures confidence in her clients that regularly results in positive outcomes.

Anna has taken a decision to only act on behalf of defendants in criminal trials and complainants in the Employment Tribunals.

Asset Forfeiture and Confiscation

Bribery & Corruption

Criminal Defence

Fraud & Financial Crime

Cases

Criminal Defence: R v Ladisliv Godla – Anna represented the defendant in a case of child cruelty. The case centred on a cut throat defence between Mr Godla and his partner, who both blamed each other for the injuries to their child. The co-defendant was convicted and Mr Godla was acquitted

R v Justin Newman – In this case the defendant was accused of deceiving his friends into investing in non- existent investment schemes. The defence sought an indication of a non-custodial outcome and the defendant retained his liberty

R v Price (operation Shine) – Instructed as leading counsel in a high profile case that attracted national media coverage. A half time submission was made in relation to conspiracy to defraud which was successful

The Crown appealed to the Court of Appeal but the application was unsuccessful

The trial is on going in relation to conspiracy to handle stolen goods

R v Ali (Operation Calla) – Instructed as leading counsel in a multi-handed conspiracy to sell unauthorised and prescription only medicines

R v Alesbrook – This case involved a dentist who was accused of sexually assaulting a dental nurse who worked with him. He was acquitted

R v Kwaapich – Instructed as leading counsel in a case involving conspiracy to evade duty on the importation of cigarettes. The defendant was acquitted after various submissions on disclosure. The defendant was acquitted

R v Rajasooniar – Instructed by an elderly lady accused of racially aggravated public order offences. She was duly acquitted

R v Sultan – This case involved domestic violence. The complainant gave evidence and thereafter an application of ‘no case to answer’ was made. Not guilty verdicts were entered

R v Johnson – A case involving possession of firearms. A week of legal argument resulted in a not guilty verdict

R v Kelsie Barnes – Defendant was involved in an allegation of serious violent s.18 offence. After negotiation the defendant gave evidence and avoided a sentence of imprisonment

R v Cannon – A case of conspiracy to steal. This is an on-going case

R v McGinley – An alleged case of modern day slavery, involving the travelling community. This case will be on-going for three months

Professional Memberships

Criminal Bar Association