Police Law: Mainly Defendant
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3 Raymond Buildings stands out for its team of accomplished barristers who offer a dedicated service to police clients. The chambers is perhaps best known in this field for representing police officers in disciplinary matters or parallel criminal proceedings. In addition, the barristers are instructed by police forces in prominent judicial reviews, inquests and public inquiries. Notable recent work includes the accountability review arising from the murder of Chris Kaba by an officer and a matter relating to allegations of racial profiling and unlawful detention of two athletes during a stop and search.
Eddie Holland is the Senior Clerk.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Senior clerk Eddie Holland was great to deal with as my introduction to the set, and the other clerks I have dealt with have been similarly helpful."
"The depth of their expertise in police law, from senior level down to junior level, is very impressive."
"Senior clerk Eddie Holland was great to deal with as my introduction to the set, and the other clerks I have dealt with have been similarly helpful."
"The depth of their expertise in police law, from senior level down to junior level, is very impressive."
Notable Practitioners
Hugh Davies KC specialises in police misconduct hearings and is noted for his advocacy skills. He is also active in inquests in relation to fatal police shootings and deaths in custody.
"Hugh Davies's advocacy is outstanding. He takes time to get to know the officers and put them at ease, and establishes excellent working relationships with other state agencies."
"Hugh Davies is a true expert in all policing law matters. He is down to earth and has excellent client care skills."
Ailsa Williamson is a well-regarded junior specialising in the representation of police officers in disciplinary or criminal proceedings. She is equally experienced at handling matters arising from excessive use of force and deaths in police custody.
"Ailsa Williamson is incredibly capable and experienced. An especially deft hand with clients, gaining their confidence and putting them at ease, she is a first choice for complex and difficult cases."
Guy Ladenburg is a barrister in demand to represent police officers in misconduct proceedings and forces at inquests. He is also notably experienced in related judicial review claims.
"Guy Ladenburg is brilliant with clients. He is very reassuring."
Kevin Baumber is a go-to barrister for officers in misconduct proceedings and appeals. He also provides advice to forces on various aspects of police conduct.
"Kevin Baumber has a deep understanding of police work."
"He is highly regarded as a junior for discipline work."
Matthew Butt KC is a talented barrister who is highly regarded for his work on behalf of police forces and officers in inquests and disciplinary proceedings.
"Matthew is incredibly bright and capable."
Patrick Gibbs KC focuses on high-profile police disciplinary cases in which he tends to defend officers. He has also been instructed for forces in matters such as the Manchester Arena Inquiry.
"Patrick is the most eloquent individual I've ever met."
"Patrick is a real class act."
Alisdair Williamson KC is a well-regarded barrister handling a variety of professional discipline and misconduct cases on behalf of police forces. He demonstrates complementary expertise in criminal matters.
"Alisdair Williamson has excellent advocacy and client care skills."
"Alisdair handled the advocacy aspects masterfully and he was incredibly friendly and accessible."
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