We are delighted to announce that Abigail Smith of Garden Court Chambers has been appointed as a Deputy District Judge.
Abigail has been appointed by the Lady Chief Justice to sit on the South Eastern Circuit within the Civil Jurisdiction.
Abigail is an immigration and asylum specialist who regularly appears at all levels in a range of matters. She is recognised as a leading junior in Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500 2025 for Immigration Law.
Abigail will sit on a fee paid part-time basis and will continue her practice as a member of Garden Court Chambers.
