Georgia Kirk is a Trainee Solicitor in our Private Crime Department, based in our Oxford office. She plays an integral role in case preparation. Georgia’s responsibilities include, taking instructions from clients and witnesses, reviewing prosecution material, drafting statements, preparing briefs for counsel and attending conferences, court hearings and trials. Whether at the police investigation stage or Crown Court proceedings, these cases often involve serious allegations, such as sexual assaults and rape.
Georgia works alongside top-quality litigators and nationally recognised King’s Counsel, from leading criminal sets. This enables her to adopt a pro-active approach during the investigation stage, working diligently to reduce the prospect of prosecution for clients. This proactive early intervention is instrumental in achieving swift decisions by investigators and favourable outcomes for clients. This approach within the Private Crime Department, distinguishes Reeds from the more traditional, reactive strategies often adopted by other firms.
Prior to Reeds, Georgia worked as an Evidential Review Officer for the Police where she conducted thorough reviews of criminal and remand cases. Working directly with officers, she provided charging advice, ensured offences were supported with sufficient evidence and that disclosure requirements were met. The cases she managed ranged from minor offences to murder. This experience has been invaluable in understanding police investigative processes and has enabled her to tailor her approach at the investigation stage, ensuring our strategies are effectively deployed to our client’s benefit.
Prior to her role within the Police, Georgia worked as an Administrative Officer for the Ministry of Justice where she drafted court orders and processed court applications with efficiency and precision.
Georgia is highly compassionate and committed to providing exceptional client care. Her pro-active and organised approach ensures all cases are handled with the utmost diligence and attention to detail.
Professional Qualifications & Memberships for Georgia Kirk
- Bachelor of Laws, LLB (Hons) specialising in Criminal Justice – Oxford Brookes University
- Legal Practice Course – University of Law
Awards for Georgia Kirk
CMIS Commanders Award – Gloucestershire Constabulary:
“In recognition of excellence.
For your dedication and commitment in your role as Evidential Review Officer. You have been instrumental in your role, highly professional, diligent and committed. You are a shining example of above and beyond, always willing to support others, demonstrating resilience in challenging circumstances with a compassionate and kind approach.
Thank you. Your efforts are a credit to the Constabulary”
Recent and notable cases
R v D – Child Sexual Offences
Privately instructed in respect of proceedings before Oxford Crown Court for child sexual offences. Eleanor Laws KC of QEB Hollis Whiteman was instructed. Acquitted following trial.
R v S – University Student Accused of Sexual Assault
Privately instructed in relation to an allegation made to Oxford University. After providing submissions to the university, it was concluded that the available evidence was insufficient to uphold the complaint. No penalty was imposed.
R v C – Assault by Beating and Strangulation
Privately instructed in respect of proceedings before Winchester Crown Court. Following written representations and the complainant’s withdrawal statements, no further action was taken in relation to the allegation of strangulation. A plea was accepted for common assault.
R v B – Racially Aggravated Public Order
Privately instructed in respect of proceedings before Willesden Magistrates Court. As a result of a clear defence and supporting witnesses, the client was acquitted following trial.
R v N – Attempted Murder
Privately instructed in respect of allegation made. Plea was accepted for ABH and Assault by beating as a result of the circumstances of the case. Sentenced to a Compensation Order following a successful mitigation.
Testimonials
Stuart and his team (Sofia and Georgia) were extremely supportive, professional and hard working. They were always available to us and we felt very safe in their hands knowing that they were getting the job done. We couldn’t have asked for a better team and we would highly recommend them.
Anonymous Client, 2024