Proven Integrity. Defined Results.

Credibility is not given; it is earned in court. With fifteen years of rigorous defence and international advocacy, my standing rests on thorough preparation.

15+

Years Experience

Supreme

Court Admitted

100%

Confidentiality
Bar Status

Practising member of the Bar Council of England & Wales since 2010.

Professional Philosophy

“Credibility is the currency of the law. It is preserved through honesty, sharpened by intellect and proven by outcome.”

My practice adheres to the strictest ethical codes of the Bar and of international tribunals. I do not promise impossible results; I promise exceptional effort.

M. Ellison BARRISTER · KC
Justice
Statute
Order
Ethics
01 / Background

Academic & Professional

FOUNDATION OF EXCELLENCE
Education
  • LL.M. International Criminal Law

    Westmoor University, United Kingdom
    2007 — 2008
  • Bar Professional Training

    Chancery Lane Bar School, London
    2003 — 2004
  • LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws)

    Westmoor University
    1999 — 2002
Bar Admissions
  • Barrister of England & Wales

    Called 2004
    Appointed KC 2021
  • International Criminal Court (List of Counsel)

    The Hague (Eligible)
    Registered
Associations
Bar Council of England & Wales European Criminal Bar Association Intl. Association of Penal Law Women Barristers’ Network
02 / Track Record

Representative Matters

Selected engagements demonstrating high-stakes capability. Specific client details are redacted to maintain absolute privilege.

CASE #082-A Acquittal

R v [Redacted]

Lead counsel for a multinational executive charged with financial misconduct. Successfully argued for dismissal on jurisdictional grounds.

CASE #104-C Settlement

International Arbitration Dispute

Represented a UK construction firm in a £10m dispute against a foreign state entity. Secured favourable settlement terms before trial.

CASE #099-B Advisory

Asylum & Extradition Defence

Provided strategic counsel to a high-profile political figure facing extradition requests, managing liaison with international agencies.

CASE #112-X Compliance

Regulatory Audit Defence

Defended a logistics company against allegations of customs fraud, demonstrating systematic errors in the prosecution’s evidence chain.

“Ms Ellison combines rare mastery of procedure with genuine international vision. Her command of the courtroom is absolute.”
Retired Circuit Judge London, UK (2025)