Holly is a qualified duty solicitor and has always had a keen interest in criminal law.

Holly is dedicated advocate known for a tenacious and strategic approach to defending her clients. Holly represents clients at the Police Station, the Magistrates Court and particularly the Youth Court.

Holly regularly conducts trials in both courts and is a talented and enthusiastic advocate.

One happy client had this to say: “My son had to attend youth court in Portsmouth and on the second visit he had Holly Barton representing him and from start to finish she made him feel at ease she was very positive and knew her stuff it was nice to have her on side my son was very happy with the outcome thanks Holly”.

Holly’s passion for justice motivates her and she says ‘I don’t defend criminals, I defend the rights of my clients’.

Her work is supervised by senior colleagues in the department.