Natalie Talbot

Natalie Talbot was the defence barrister at Gilly Roach's trial for the rape of Jacqui McQueen in March and April 2011. She cross-examined Jacqui, mentioning the photoshoot she did for Wayne Connor in September 2009. She mentioned how Jacqui caused £6,000 of damage, saying that after a drunken one night stand, Jacqui wanted to teach him a lesson, to which Jacqui said that she did not like being "taken for a ride". Ms. Talbot then said that Jacqui did not attempt to fight him, react or outrightly reject him.
Questioning Tom Cunningham, he recalled witnessing an argument between Jacqui and Rhys Ashworth. After going to bed, he heard Lynsey Nolan arguing with Gilly. He recalled leaving his bedroom and finding Gilly and Jacqui kissing, he did not recall hearing any form of struggle or screaming. However, Tom later revealed that Gilly had given him money to save for University on the Friday before the trial.
Cross-examining Lisa Alcroft, who had said that Gilly had attempted to force himself on her in August 2009 but stopped after hearing his friends, Ms. Talbot pointed out that Lisa did not report the incident. Lisa ended up getting flustered at the stand as she was drunk during the night in question, and began doubting herself.
Ms. Talbot next questioned Rhys Ashworth, making a point out of Rhys and Jacqui splitting up and Jacqui seeking revenge. She then asked about his reaction when Jacqui told him about what happened. Rhys admitted that he struggled to believe that Gilly could be a rapist. Ms. Talbot next questioned Gilly, who recalled Jacqui complimenting him and did not recall Jacqui asking him to stop.
Wayne Connor was next brought into the courtroom to give his version of events about the night that occurred in September 2009. He said that he shared a drink with Jacqui and she was willing to sleep with him.
At the end of the trial, the jury found Gilly not guilty of the rape of Jacqui.
== List of appearances ==
=== 2011 ===
*28th March 2011
*29th March 2011
*30th March 2011
*31st March 2011
*1st April 2011
Category:Hollyoaks characters
Category:2011 minor characters
Category:Barristers