"Jeanette is extremely professional and swift with her responses. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Jeanette for all the support and guidance she gave me during a difficult and stressful time which resulted in the outcome I had hoped for."
"I was bewildered by the whole justice and legal system but Jeanette explained everything to me and couldn’t have done anymore so for anyone wanting fantastic and a great service from start to finish don’t look elsewhere. I wish her all the best."
"I honestly can’t thank Jeanette enough for all the hard work she put into my case! I would definitely recommend her! She was compassionate, friendly whilst remaining professional and really good value!"
Jeanette specialises in inquests. As Jeanette also practises Criminal Law, this means that she can take full advantage of her robust cross-examination skills in inquest cases. She prides herself on offering her clients a prompt and efficient service, supported by robust advocacy in court. Jeanette is compassionate with all her clients and fiercely represents their best interests to help them obtain justice and seek the truth to unanswered questions.
My work
Inquests
Jeanette is well-placed to accept instructions in inquest matters. She has experience of dealing with vulnerable witnesses & clients including young children. During her time as a criminal investigator she was trained to deal with vulnerable witnesses and defendants where she helped people trafficked into the UK.
About me
Jeanette is a hard working, determined individual known for her straight talking and down to earth attitude. Jeanette who doesn't come from a traditional background is able to build excellent working relationships with clients and prides herself on her ability to work with clients from all walks of life. She frequently receives excellent feedback from the clients she represents.
Before becoming a Barrister, Jeanette had a previous career in the Police Force. She spent time working as a qualified Investigator for the Home Office Criminal & Financial Investigations National Team. During her time at The Home Office, Jeanette was appointed an Extradition Officer travelling abroad and working in partnership with agencies such as Europol, Interpol & International Police Forces.
PERSONAL LIFE
In Jeanette's spare time she has a TV consultancy firm (www.tvcrimeconsulting.co.uk) where she advises writers/production companies who make TV drama and documentaries involving crime. She has produced a number of true crime/police access shows for sky, bbc and c5 as well as TV crime dramas for the BBC, ITV and Netflix. She currently advises Coronation Street legal stories and has worked on Happy Valley and the successful prison Drama 'Time'
What my clients say
Mr Bowen
Jeanette is extremely professional and swift with her responses. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Jeanette for all the support and guidance she gave me during a difficult and stressful time which resulted in the outcome I had hoped for.
Jeanette Stevenson is an EXCELLENT barrister and I have no reservations in recommending her.
Miss Lammie
I honestly can’t thank Jeanette enough for all the hard work she put into my case! I would definitely recommend her! She was compassionate, friendly whilst remaining professional.
Mr Binfield
I would highly recommend Jeanette from the first meeting to last she has been efficient switched on and communicative at a great speed whilst also having a proactive and dynamic approach to getting results and the job done. I was bewildered by the whole justice system but Jeanette explained everything to me and couldn’t have done anymore so for anyone wanting fantastic and a great service from start to finish don’t look elsewhere. I wish her all the best.
Jeanette was recommended to me by a friend and from our very first chat I knew we would work together. Jeanette is so down to earth but couldn't be more competent and efficient at the same time. Jeanette was extremely approachable and compassionate to our situation. I would highly recommend her services. A real professional and wonderful lady.
Debbie Nelson
Professional & academic
Education:
- LLB (Hons) with Criminology - The University of Derby 2:1
- BPTC - Nottingham Law School - Very Competent
SCHOLARSHIPS AND PRIZES:
- Lord Diplock Scholarship – Middle Temple Major Scholarship
- Degree of Success Scholarship –The University of Derby in partnership with the Derby Telegraph Newspaper. Major scholarship to cover entire degree fees.
Crown Court Commendation (as an Investigator)– Awarded by HHJ Brown sitting at Leicester Crown Court. An investigation into a six-handed conspiracy to breach UK immigration laws by facilitating sham marriages. The Commendation stated: “His Honour Judge Brown commends Jeanette Stevenson for the way in which the case was investigated and the evidence collated. It was a cross jurisdictional complex case and the officer was professional, thorough and impressive throughout”
Home Office Commendation – Award for dedication, commitment and professionalism.
OTHER ACHIEVMENTS & TRAINING
2019 - Appointed Alumni & Mmembership Board Member at The University of Derby.
2018 - Appointed Associate Law Lecturer at The University of Derby
· Professionalising Investigations Programme: College of Policing Level 1 & 2 – Volume & Complex Crime
· The Home Office & College of Policing: Award for highest mark achieved for the National Investigators Exam (testing rules of evidence, knowledge of law and procedure) – awarded grades “Exceptional”
· The Metropolitan Police: Invited to advise the Modern-Day Slavery and Trafficking Unit in relation to ongoing investigations and ABE interviews. This involved an attachment in London.
· Minute to Win It Gameshow ITV – Applied and took part in a Gameshow to raise extra money needed for Bar School.
· White Collar Boxing: Trained and took part in a fight to raise money for Marie Currie Cancer Care on 20th Anniversary of Mothers Death.