Laura Peto – Pupil

Laura Peto is a specialist criminal pupil under the supervision of Andrew Walker 

Before coming to the bar, Laura gained a variety of experience across different areas of law including criminal, family and civil. This involved undertaking work experience for prominent Newcastle-based firms and chambers, such as Richard Haswell Solicitors, New Park Court and Dere Street. Laura also worked for both Clyde & Co and Kennedys specialising in both personal injury and specialist liability by managing a caseload of multi-million pound claims. She also dealt with sensitive evidence involving abuse of the care process within foster homes and local authorities.

 

 

Qualifications

BPP University Law School Leeds: BTC and joint legal masters (LLM bar) – very competent

University of York Law School: Batchelor of Laws in Law – upper second class degree

Awards and Prizes

Joseph Petty Prize for Best Intending Law Student (2018)

BPP’s Advocate of the Year Advocacy Competition (2020) – runner up

University of York Roses Moot (2021)- winner

BPP Scholarship Award for Career Commitment (2022)