Ruth Barber

Senior Associate, Dispute Resolution and Litigation

How can I help you?

I am a specialist criminal and regulatory lawyer who defends companies, directors, professionals and individuals facing investigation and prosecution. I also provide regulatory and licensing advice and in house training for companies, including witness training.

I was called to the Bar in 1996, became a Solicitor in 1998 and a Solicitor Advocate (criminal) in 2005. I have more than 25 years’ experience as a criminal and regulatory litigator and advocate.

I joined Tees in March 2025 after a posting as Public Solicitor on the British Overseas Territory of Saint Helena.

Delivering what you really need

I have substantial experience in fatal accident cases, cases with a high degree of technical complexity, and cases involving allegations of financial impropriety. I can also provide regulatory and licensing advice and have particular expertise in the fields of firearms and explosives. I have a particular interest in offences involving computer misuse and I hold a Master’s degree in Computer and Communications Law. I have lived and worked in three different international jurisdictions and am happy to take cases with an international element and travel if required.

What else should you know? 

I speak German, and in my spare time, I write modern gothic short stories and novels.

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