Patricia Walker
Consultant Solicitor
- Admitted
- 2005
- Education
- LLM (Masters in Law) LLB (Hons) Legal Practice Course Higher Rights of Audience (Civil and Criminal) Duty Solicitor
- Languages
- English
Biography
Patricia Walker is a Consultant Solicitor specialising in criminal defence. She qualified as a solicitor-advocate in 2005 and has since represented individuals and businesses in criminal matters.
An accredited criminal litigator, Patricia advises and represents clients at police stations and in court. Her experience includes cases involving murder, sexual offences, serious fraud, firearms, robbery and conspiracy to supply controlled drugs.
Patricia takes a thorough, proactive approach to defending her clients, with a strong emphasis on client care. She has a particular commitment to supporting young people and clients with mental health challenges, and to training the next generation of criminal lawyers.
Patricia is ranked in Band 1 for Crime in North East & Yorkshire in Chambers UK 2026. Her professional recognition also includes Legal 500 Leading Partner recognition in 2025 and the Criminal Law award at the Yorkshire Legal Awards in 2022, with finalist recognition in 2023, 2024 and 2025.
Experience
Criminal defence practice since qualification in 2005 Police station representation and court advocacy Serious and complex criminal proceedings Supporting young people and clients with mental health challenges