Emily Balls
Pupil Barrister
More about Emily Balls
Emily obtained an Undergraduate Law Degree from Durham University. During these years, she participated in various advocacy competitions, notably winning the inaugural Durham v Oxford Mock Trial in 2022 and was named Durham’s Best Advocate. Emily achieved a Distinction on the Barrister Training Course at BPP Holborn, supported by the Cunningham Middle Temple Scholarship.
In October 2023, Emily was called to the Bar of England and Wales and is a member of the Honourable Society of the Middle Temple. Before joining Express in February 2024, she started her career as a County Court Advocate in London, where she gained excellent experience attending a variety of hearings.
During the past few years, Emily has volunteered with children with disabilities and young offenders. She worked with Durham & Darlington’s Rape and Sexual Abuse centre leading seminars on the importance and meaning of consent to university students.
Emily is eager to use and develop her legal knowledge and skills to provide excellent service and client care.