Sophie Lamb

Sophie commenced pupillage in September 2023 under the supervision of Mr Andrew Stranex

Prior to the commencement of pupillage, Sophie worked as a Presenting Officer, representing the Home Office in a variety of matters before the First-Tier Immigration Tribunal. Her practice has encompassed a wide array of cases including deportation and deprivation of citizenship. Sophie has experience of working with vulnerable witnesses including unaccompanied minors.

Alongside this employment, Sophie sat as a Magistrate in the Family Court as a winger, presiding over both public and private law cases. This experience has provided her with a rounded knowledge of Family Court procedure. During her studies on the bar professional training course, Sophie also volunteered for a legal advice clinic, advising in family law matters relating to children.

Prior to entering the legal profession, Sophie worked as Police Officer, on both response teams and on a local neighbourhood policing team. This experience has given her a unique insight into the criminal justice system along with the ability to confidently deal with difficult situations involving vulnerable people.