Olivia McMahon
King's Counsel
Joint Head of Chambers
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Year of call
Professional bio
Olivia joined Chambers as a tenant in 2026 after successfully completing her civil pupillage under the supervision of Mark Chester and James Benson.
Olivia maintains a versatile civil practice, acting for both Claimants and Defendants across a broad range of civil litigation, including personal injury, police law, employment, credit hire, and clinical negligence.
Instructed regularly by police forces, Olivia's experience is diverse, encompassing the defence of false imprisonment claims, representation at inquests, and applications for various civil orders, including Sexual Harm Prevention Orders, Domestic Violence Protection Orders, Stalking Protection Orders, and Sexual Risk Orders.
Education and qualifications
- Law (LLB) First Class Honours, BPP Holborn
- BPTC with LLM in Legal Practice Distinction, BPP Holborn
- BPP Advocacy Scholar
Memberships
Further Information
Before coming to the Bar, Olivia worked as a Fee Earner at a personal injury firm. This background provides her with a unique, practical perspective on case management and understanding of client care.
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