Lefty Lawyer: Speaking Truth to Power

“The Criminal Justice System is being hamstrung by lefty human rights lawyers and other do-gooders.” – Boris Johnson (when) Prime Minister (paraphrased)

“We should all be thinking of effective ways to counter the nonsensical insult that disgraceful ‘lefty lawyers’ are standing in the way of a heroic government.”– Jonathan Goldsmith, President, Law Society

“Her experiences provide not just the armour but the sword to address racial inequality.” - Trevor D. Sterling (from the Foreword)

Lawyers often face criticism from politicians when they give inconvenient advice. The term “lefty lawyer” developed to disparage for example, those defending human rights and demanding democratic accountability. Lefty Lawyer: Speaking Truth to Power is Pauline Campbell’s response on behalf of all those seeking simply to uphold the Rule of Law.

Dubbed not A-Level material at school, the author became an award-winning solicitor, renowned for speaking out against hostile environment policies that caused great fear amongst long-standing UK residents whose paperwork might have been lost or destroyed. Her remarkable resilience has seen her oppose racism, colourism, sexism and injustice, and it is little wonder perhaps that her badge of honour remains being cancelled without explanation after being invited to address civil servants.

Undeterred, Pauline Campbell has continued to use her voice and legal skills to support hundreds of vulnerable victims, including pro bono with members and descendants of the Windrush Generation.