In 2025 and 2026 Felicity has defended Walid Saadoui, accused of orchestrating a terrorist plot. This case raised the issue of entrapment by an undercover operative as an abuse of process, among other legal arguments, and highlighted the difficulties faced by vulnerable accused.
Speaking for Libertas Chambers, Felicity said of the task of defending terrorism cases:
“Defence counsel give a court legitimacy. An alleged terrorist must be properly defended because the right to a fair trial applies to everyone, without exception. A robust defence ensures the presumption of innocence is respected and forces the state to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt, which is fundamental to the rule of law. Effective legal representation helps prevent injustice, thereby protecting fair trial rights, even in national security cases. By insisting and testing that the process is fair, defence counsel also safeguard public confidence in the criminal justice system.”
Felicity was instructed by Fosia Jury at Central Chambers Law and led Irfan Arif of 9 Lincoln’s Court. The public sentencing remarks can be read here.
