About Lauren McKinnon
Lauren is a Paralegal in the Criminal Defence Team at Hodge Jones & Allen, having first joined the firm as a Crime Legal Assistant in February 2024. She became a Paralegal in March 2025.
Lauren works on high-profile criminal defence matters and supports Caroline Liggins, Head of the Youth Team. She has a passion for youth justice and in particular supporting vulnerable clients facing serious allegations. Lauren is currently studying for the SQE at The University of Law and is excited to qualify as a criminal defence solicitor.
Career
- Paralegal, Hodge Jones & Allen, March 2025 – Present
- Crime Legal Assistant, Hodge Jones & Allen, February 2024 – February 2025
Education
- SQE1 Prep Course, The University of Law, currently studying
- MA Law Conversion (PGDL), The University of Law, 2023 – 2024
- BA Sociology, University of Manchester, 2020 – 2023
Articles & Publications
- Lauren McKinnon, ‘Use of Rap and Drill Music as Evidence in Criminal Courts’, Hodge Jones & Allen, 26 February 2024.
Further Reading Criminal Defence 
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