Alex Prezanti
Called: 2012
Alex Prezanti (co-founder of Artemis Chambers) is a barrister specialising in international criminal law, human rights, anti-corruption and sanctions. Alex provides legal advice, assistance and representation to individuals, non-governmental organisations, entities and public authorities across the globe. He regularly leads complex investigations in conflict-affected areas, as well as 'follow-the-money' and corporate investigations across multiple jurisdictions. Alex has represented clients before domestic and international courts, the European Court of Human Rights and UN bodies. He has advised government bodies in the UK and Ukraine on case building, international criminal law and sanctions policy. In parallel, Alex has been involved in rule of law development programmes as a monitor, trainer/mentor and programme lead. In 2023, Alex co-founded the State Capture Accountability Project — a non-profit creatively using accountability tools to address the issue of state capture and associated conduct.
Kirsty Sutherland
Called: 2010
Kirsty Sutherland (co-founder of Artemis Chambers) is a barrister specialising in public international law, international criminal law, extradition, human rights, military and international humanitarian law. Frequently instructed on politically complex, often high-profile or particularly sensitive cases, Kirsty is known for her political acuity, incisive and fair advocacy, and comfortable handling of novel legal issues. Her extensive experience in the field and across international and domestic courtrooms has allowed Kirsty to develop a particular expertise in interviewing and examining vulnerable witnesses such as those suffering the psychological impacts of torture, serious sexual violence or combat. She complements her legal practice with strong academic work and affiliations, including as a Visiting Fellow with Oxford's Institute for Ethics, Law and Armed Conflict, as well as senior leadership roles with the International Bar Association's War Crimes Committee and other relevant bodies.
Catriona Murdoch
Called: 2009
Catriona Murdoch is an international criminal lawyer and globally recognised expert on the crime of starvation and conflict-induced hunger, bringing over 15 years of litigation, investigative and advocacy experience in some of the world's most complex conflict zones. She has led pioneering field, hybrid, and OSINT investigations into crimes and IHL violations. She has shaped global policy and legislative frameworks, implemented strategic programmes on protection of civilian issues, led multi-year advocacy campaigns, and collaborated with states, humanitarians, frontline documenters, and multilateral actors. A barrister at Artemis Chambers and 1 Crown Office Row Chambers, she served as Vice President of Global Rights Compliance (2020–2025), leading legal initiatives across investigations, advocacy, and capacity building. She has appeared before the UN IRMCT and ICTR, advising on cases including the Rwandan Genocide and Yugoslav conflicts. Catriona offers a combination of legal expertise, operational insight, and strategic policy engagement, uniquely positioning her for protection and policy work.
Rupert Elderkin
Called: 2000
Rupert Elderkin is a specialist in international criminal law, transitional justice, and cross-border investigations. He has spent the past two decades investigating and prosecuting atrocity crimes cases. Most recently, he served as Senior Trial Attorney at the UN International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals, leading the prosecution of Félicien Kabuga and supporting national authorities to investigate and prosecute crimes from the Rwandan genocide. He has also served as a Prosecutor at the Kosovo Specialist Prosecutor's Office and as a Trial Attorney at the UN International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia, investigating and prosecuting cases concerning the Srebrenica genocide. Rupert has extensive experience of developing case-building and prosecutorial capacity in post-conflict situations. He deployed with Justice Rapid Response as a consultant to the UN's MONUSCO peacekeeping mission in support of DR Congo's military justice system; taught on international crimes at the Italian Caribinieri's Centre of Excellence for Stability Police Units; and was a visiting fellow in transitional justice at the Harvard Kennedy School's Carr Center for Human Rights Policy. Rupert began his career in commercial and regulatory law in London, Brussels, and Washington DC, specialising in competition law with a focus on cartel activities and conducting corporate internal investigations.
