We are delighted to announce that Harriet Dixon and Alex Mullen have accepted offers to join Chambers, following the successful completion of their pupillages.For more information, please contact our clerking team – either by email or by telephone: ...
Overview
Harriet was called to the Bar by Middle Temple in July 2021 and joined Chambers as a pupil in September 2021. Following successful completion of her pupillage Harriet was invited to join as a full member in February 2023.
Experience
Harriet came to the bar after a successful career as a sportswoman in which she attained a Commonwealth bronze medal in fencing. She subsequently worked for a leading artificial intelligence platform for the legal professions, then taught mooting and advocacy during her Bar studies, as well as volunteering with the National Centre for Domestic Violence.
Crime
Harriet is regularly instructed to both prosecute and defend in the Youth Court, magistrates’ court, and Crown Court. With a reputation for meticulous preparation, skilled witness handling, and compelling submissions, she is fast becoming a sought-after advocate. She is popular with lay clients who appreciate her ability to communicate clearly and accessibly.
Harriet has experience in relation to a broad range of criminal offences, including offences against the person; sexual offences; road traffic offences; robbery, theft, handling, and burglary; fraud; and Dangerous Dogs Act offences.
During her pupillage, Harriet frequently assisted members of chambers in complex and high profile criminal cases. She was also instructed by the CPS as part of the disclosure review teams in a murder trial and in an appeal against a murder conviction.
Regulatory
Harriet has represented a nightclub in premises license review proceedings, drafting detailed written submissions and appearing before the relevant City Council.
As a pupil, Harriet assisted members of chambers in disciplinary proceedings before regulators such as the General Medical Council and the General Dental Council. Harriet also assisted members of chambers in relation to Judicial Review proceedings.
Appointments
- CPS External Advocates Panel – Grade 2
Education
- Called 2021 (Middle Temple)
- Master of Laws in Bar Professional Training (Commendation) – The City Law School
- Graduate Diploma in Law (Commendation) – City, University of London
- BA (Hons) Modern Languages (2:1 with distinction in Italian) – Somerville College, University of Oxford
Scholarships and Awards
- Astbury Scholarship – Middle Temple (2019-20)
- Barraclough Scholarship – Somerville College, University of Oxford (2014-15)
- Academic and Sports Scholarship – Millfield School (2006-13)
Professional Memberships
- The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple
- Criminal Bar Association
