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Our criminal defence solicitors are highly experienced in defending individuals facing extradition proceedings.

We can assist with all aspects of extradition, including:

  • Advising prior to proceedings, including Interpol Red Notice challenges or diffusions, and making representations to the Secretary of State.
  • Coordinating with our Immigration team where appropriate, particularly where a request may be politically motivated.
  • Advising prior to arrest on voluntary surrender, representations to the police, and preparation of a strong bail package.
  • Challenging extradition requests in court
  • Providing up-to-date advice on fast-moving legal developments in extradition law.
  • Using our international network of lawyers and experts to obtain evidence and reports to challenge requests.
  • Coordinating with overseas lawyers to explore negotiated resolutions where appropriate.
  • Representing appellants in appeals up to the Supreme Court and the European Court of Human Rights

Led by Tayab Ali, our team provides clear, strategic advice and representation throughout extradition proceedings. We have successfully secured the discharge of extradition warrants involving requests from jurisdictions including the USA, India, Jamaica, Russia, Azerbaijan, Moldova and EU states.

We understand the significant personal impact of extradition proceedings and provide specialist support at every stage. Our team adopts a pragmatic and imaginative approach to achieving the best possible outcome for clients.

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Administrative & Public Law: Traditional Claimant - UK-wide

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What the Team is Known For

Bindmans is a market-leading firm in public law that demonstrates prowess in the defence of judicial reviews, alongside its organisational claimant work to bolster a standout presence in traditional claimant cases. The firm acts on behalf of a wide range of clients including campaign groups, commercial entities and educational organisations.

Work Highlights

  • Bindmans acted for the London Mining Network in their judicial review challenge against the London Metal Exchange. The challenge alleged that the LME's policy approved unlawful conduct in breach of their statutory duty.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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John Halford
John Halford
Star Individuals
John Halford heads the public law and human rights practice at Bindmans. He has wide-ranging public law expertise and is regularly sought after by professional associations, regulators and commercial clients.

He consistently goes above and beyond to deliver a seamless and exceptional experience. His dedication to excellence, attention to detail and commitment to clients sets him apart.

Undeniably, John is the best public law litigator in the country. He is an amazing thinker, deeply sensitive and never gives up on a client.

John is a seasoned and highly knowledgeable expert in his field. He is a formidable lawyer.

John gets to the crux of the legal matters quickly and has a substantial network of experts to call on when needed.

John is the doyen of public law. He has some of the best strategic judgement of any lawyer I know. He always looks ahead five steps and thinks of things other lawyers would never think of.

Shirin Marker
Shirin Marker
Star Associates
Shirin Marker represents a range of clients in public law matters with a particular specialism in those relating to immigration rights and national security.

Shirin is very clever and is unafraid to pursue novel legal arguments.

Shirin is very highly regarded in public law.

She is exceptionally hard-working and dedicated to get results for clients.

Silvia Nicolaou Garcia
Silvia Nicolaou Garcia
Star Associates
Senior associate Silvia Nicolaou Garcia of Simpson Millar has a highly respected public law and human rights practice. She regularly works with vulnerable individuals who have been victims of trafficking or child abuse.

Silvia manages to combine empathy and compassion with a shrewd ability to spot an important legal challenge, and she gets results.

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John Halford
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John Halford
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Administrative & Public Law: Traditional Claimant

John Halford
John Halford
Star Individuals
Shirin Marker
Shirin Marker
Star Associates
Silvia Nicolaou Garcia
Silvia Nicolaou Garcia
Star Associates