Civil Liberties & Human Rights

Angus McCullough KC is an esteemed human rights lawyer who centres much of his practice on appearing as a Special Advocate in closed proceedings in national security cases that engage human rights. He demonstrates considerable expertise in major inquests, including those concerning clinical negligence and patients who lack capacity.

"Angus is a superb and effective advocate."

"He has authority and gravitas, even in difficult oral hearings."

"Angus is absolutely sensational. A real class act and a very committed barrister."

"Angus is the best of the special advocates. He is very smooth and very bright."

Shaheen Rahman KC is a highly recommended civil liberties and human rights silk who is noted for her innovative approach. Her practice includes instructions in high-profile judicial reviews and civil claims related to healthcare. She is also highly thought of for her work as a Special Advocate, where she has acted in TPIM, naturalisation and removal of passport cases.

"Shaheen is thoughtful in her advice as a Special Advocate."

"Shaheen is an exceptional leader. She is very persuasive with a clear delivery and is not afraid to put the work in."

"She is very good at thinking of and addressing any factual issues, and her tenacity makes her very good in court. Without riling them, she won't be cowed by a judge."

Natasha Barnes advises on a range of civil liberties and human rights matters, including those relating to national security, prison conditions and extra-judicial killings. She is a member of the Attorney General's A Panel and is frequently instructed by governmental departments.

"She is really bright and hands-on. She conveys things in a straightforward way and anticipates the lines of enquiry we may want to look into."

Alasdair Henderson has a wide-ranging human rights practice in which he acts for both claimants and government as a member of the Attorney General’s B Panel. He regularly acts in judicial reviews involving issues such as asylum and immigration, social security, healthcare and prisons.

"Alasdair is great. He is a safe pair of hands and not afraid to give advice."

"He has encyclopaedic knowledge of discrimination law."

Jeremy Hyam KC is a well-known silk offering a wealth of experience in the civil liberties and human rights sphere. His broad-based expertise encompasses areas such as health, environment and professional discipline, while he has a particularly well-established reputation in the field of administrative and public law.

"He is absolutely brilliant. He's very approachable and very knowledgeable, and gets things done quickly."

Jonathan Metzer is an up-and-coming junior with a wide-ranging civil liberties practice. He represents claimants in asylum and unlawful detention matters, and has particular expertise in inquiry and inquest work. Jonathan is also a member of the Attorney General's C panel.

"Jonathan is an excellent go-to barrister for claims involving deprivation of liberty and other HRA matters."

"Jonathan is at the top of his game in his knowledge of immigration law. He is one of the most formidable practitioners in this area, with excellent skills in written and oral advocacy."