Overview
Victoria joined Chambers in 2022 to specialise in Family Law, having practiced as a criminal barrister following the completion of pupillage, in 2020.
With extensive courtroom experience behind her, Victoria is a strong and persuasive advocate. She has prosecuted and defended in serious cases, where she has presented and challenged complex evidence.
She is renowned for her ability to quickly discern the facts and issues in a case, together with the consistent and meticulous approach that she adopts to case preparation, and cross-examination – something which has been recognised by both professional and lay clients.
Prior to undertaking pupillage in 2019, Victoria worked as an in-house advocate, specialising in the representation of Indeterminate Sentenced Prisoners (ISP’s), before The Secretary of State and The Parole Board. She also represented clients at Independent Adjudication proceedings within the Prison estate, and in interviews at the police station.
Victoria has considerable experience of working with, and representing vulnerable clients, inside and outside the courtroom. Having undertaken specialist Youth Court training during her pupillage, Victoria has a committed and steadfast approach to representing children and young people.
Testimonials
Victoria has always impressed me with her willingness to engage out of hours and provide regular updates. I have worked with Victoria on many cases and I always recommend her without hesitation to both colleagues and clients alike." (Instructing solicitor)
"Victoria Lovett was an absolutely amazing barrister. Everything was perfect, from advice, to attitude, to performance. I cannot recommend her enough, and will continue to use her for our ongoing case."
"I have had the pleasure of instructing Victoria on several cases involving children and domestic abuse. She has been a pleasure to work with, readily available to answer any questions and relates well to clients. I would highly recommend her." (Instructing solicitor)
"Victoria is simply amazing; she goes above and beyond in every aspect to achieve a positive and successful outcome. Nothing is ever too much and the hours of work that she puts in goes a long way. Victoria’s attention to detail is phenomenal, she does not miss a thing!
Cases are always thoroughly prepared and she is able to quickly identify and unfold the necessary issues. She provides clients with clear, precise and honest advice. She has a friendly and calm but professional manner which puts clients at ease. Victoria is a confident Barrister and her persuasive techniques go a long way during advocacy. I would continue to instruct and recommend Victoria over and over again and believe she is going to highly succeed in her career." (Instructing solicitor)
"As a lawyer myself, and having plenty of experience with Barristers, Victoria Lovett has been exceptional to say the least. Victoria has been a steady voice of guidance and precision throughout my family law and child act dispute resolution process, a feeling of taking a personal interest in my case was always at the forefront. Her advice is clear and to the point showing her depth and wealth of legal knowledge, where Victoria really shines is within the Court arena . Her presentation, confidence and clarity cuts through making her a force to be reckoned with. Victoria consistently goes above and beyond, often knowing my case better than myself with her impressive ability to recall facts and dates during discussions. Her position statements are detailed precise and direct, applied with forensic incisiveness and a very reassuring and steady feeling for me the client
I have been very grateful to Victoria for all she has done for and continues to do for me over the past 14 months and I would not hesitate to recommend her for her services and professionalism." (Lay client)
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