Catherine Purnell
Catherine is an experienced jury advocate, with expertise in sexual and violent offences, and healthcare regulatory work.
Catherine defends serious criminal cases, specialising in rape/sexual assault, (historic and recent) and cases involving serious violence and dishonesty. She has also been instructed as junior counsel in murder cases. She is a highly skilled advocate with an unflappable demeanour. She is noted for her adept handling of vulnerable and difficult witnesses. She is also a Grade 3 prosecutor, and a member of the RASSO Panel.
Catherine has also been instructed to represent professionals facing disciplinary proceedings. She has been instructed several times on behalf of the General Osteopathic Council in Committee proceedings and appeals. Her experience as a criminal advocate enables her to take through ad expeditious approach to disciplinary work.
Catherine has been instructed by the Federation Against Copyright Theft and Media Protection Services and has also travelled the UK prosecuting Trade Mark and Trade Descriptions cases for several Local Authorities.
Notable cases
Acquittal serious sexual allegation concerning assault in a hotel room, Reading Crown Court
Acquittal acquaintance rape allegation Isleworth Crown Court
Acquittal home rape allegation Wood Green Crown Court
Acquittal domestic rape allegation Croydon Crown Court
Acquittal prison drug smuggling allegation, Croydon Crown Court
My client felt at ease straightaway, in safe hands.
Extremely approachable for clients, great with a jury
Call: 1999
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VAT number: 766375981