Defence barrister Narita Bahra has been appointed to the Queen's Counsel, becoming the second Sikh woman to ever be a QC. Working for a leading Barristers Chambers- 2 Hare Court, Bahra has dealt with some high-profile cases in the country. She was named leading individual (2017) by the official Legal 500 team and was granted the Excellence in Law Award in 2015.
Speaking about her appointment, Bahra told Asian Voice, “I am absolutely delighted to have been awarded Queens Counsel. It is wonderful to be acknowledged for my contribution to the Bar.
“In a profession which still has a long way to go in terms of diversity I want to thank my family and friends, for not letting me give up and providing support at those crucial times when the going got tough.
“I am extremely proud that I can continue my work as a mentor and role model for diversity in the profession.”
She is also a part of the City Sikhs Advisory Board.
