Bessie Ogbobine

Trainee Solicitor

Bessie Ogbobine first joined Albin and Co Solicitors as a paralegal in the Court of Protection department in 2021. During her time in Court of Protection, Bessie assisted with all aspects of cases within the department. Due to her work in the team, Bessie has extensive experience in dealing with people with vulnerabilities. Bessie started her training contract with the firm in September 2022. She is currently undertaking her first seat in the crime department. As part of Bessie’s training she assists with both Magistrates and Crown Court matters. Bessie attends court, liaises with the CPS, barristers, court clerks and court departments. Bessie is able to prepare witness statements and proof of evidences for clients. Bessie is also comfortable speaking to clients regarding their cases and attending client meetings. Bessie is able to organize expert reports, legal aid applications and other necessary documentation in preparation for client’s trials and hearings. Bessie particularly enjoys helping others to feel comfortable with the court process and procedure. Bessie Ogbobine graduated from the University of Southampton in 2016 from which she attained a 2:1 in LLB Law and she also has a master’s degree with merit in criminology and criminal justice from the University of Durham. Bessie enjoys reading contemporary fictional novels, going to music concerts and listening to true crime and entertainment podcasts in her spare time.