Margo Munro Kerr

“Margo is a pleasure to work with, a fearless and passionate advocate who leaves no stone unturned when defending her clients” – instructing solicitor.

“Margo’s combination of sharp intellect and a patient, empathic approach have helped us to feel so supported and strengthened during scary court proceedings. My brother is very vulnerable and I do not think any other barrister would have been able to develop the trusting relationship with him that Margo did” – family member of lay client.

“I think you did brilliantly. You really cared. I would certainly be proud if I were you” – lay client.

“I am…trans and autistic and Margo was really supportive and helpful navigating this in the court setting. [She was] so well versed and knowledgable about the complex area of law, and the legal argument and tactical decision making during the trial was masterful…the case was never removed from its important context.” – lay client.

Immigration
Margo is regularly instructed in protection and human rights claims and in immigration related Judicial Reviews.

Margo advises on citizenship matters and appears in the Special Immigration Appeals Tribunal.

Margo was part of a team that successfully secured interim relief from the European Court of Human Rights against Greece, requiring it to transfer seriously ill individuals from Lesvos to the mainland for medical treatment.

Crime
Margo has a busy Crown Court practice in general crime and terrorism. She has published a book on the defence of victims of modern slavery and a Lexis Nexus practice note on immigration offences.

Margo regularly appears in the Court of Appeal Criminal Division and has successfully appealed in cases where the trial advocated advised there was not merit to appeal. Margo also has expertise in Criminal Judicial Reviews.

Civil
Margo advises on claims for damages arising from unlawful arrest and detention following contact with the police, prison or immigration authorities.

She has represented bereaved families at inquest following deaths in custody.

Her Crown Court practice is dominated by matters arising from protest, trafficking, and immigration, although she maintains a general crime practice.