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Administrative & Public Law - The Regions (Bar)

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Cardiff-based chambers 30 Park Place fields significant expertise in public law matters spanning a broad array of issues, including human rights, immigration, healthcare, education and commercial regulation. One source praises the bench of "strong legal advisers with detailed knowledge in complex matters". The set was recently involved in the R (Evans) v Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Local Health Board, a high-profile challenge concerning the closure of two air ambulance bases following the proposed reorganisation of the Wales Air Ambulance service. Among its number, the set counts members of both the Attorney General's and Welsh Government's panel of advocates.

Phillip Griffiths is the senior clerk.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Christian Howells
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Band 1

Christian Howells is a panel member for both the UK and Welsh governments, providing a busy practice acting for and advising government departments, local authorities and health boards in complex public law matters. He has further expertise representing claimants in a range of policy challenges.

Christian is the pre-eminent public law barrister in Wales. He acts on the most high-profile matters and is extremely tenacious in seeking the best outcomes for his clients.

Christian has a really direct and very calm approach to advocacy. He is the best public law barrister.

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Christian Jowett
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Band 1

Christian Jowett is an experienced barrister who is sought after to act as sole counsel on behalf of claimants and defendants in immigration and asylum judicial review challenges in the tribunals, High Court and Court of Appeal. Recently his practice has also involved a substantial volume of work concerning health and safety enforcement.

Christian is very thorough, proactive and precise.

Christian is an absolute shining light. He grasps significantly complex issues with ease and will always get to the point. The turnaround of work is unrivalled.

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Rebecca Harrington
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Band 3

Rebecca Harrington is a respected public law barrister noted for her representation of local authorities and vulnerable adults in complex matters. She regularly handles cases related to healthcare and social care.

Rebecca is an excellent advocate. She is always considering all sides of the argument.

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Laura Shepherd
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Up and Coming

Laura Shepherd is a well-recognised junior and often acts for government departments and local authorities in public law matters. She frequently handles cases at the intersection of education and community care.

Laura is a very detailed, skilled and thoughtful barrister. Her attention to detail is something that makes us focus more on the details as opponents.

Ranked Barristers at
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The Regions (Bar)

Administrative & Public Law

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Christian Howells
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Band 1
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Christian Jowett
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Band 1
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Rebecca Harrington
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Band 3
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Laura Shepherd
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Up and Coming