Immigration

James Eadie KC is an extraordinary government-side barrister whose comprehensive expertise in immigration law fits into a remarkably broad wider practice. As First Treasury Counsel, he is the government's silk of choice for the most complex public law, immigration and human rights cases.

Regarded as one of the leading public lawyers of his generation, Lord Pannick KC has acted in numerous important appeals concerning immigration and asylum law, appearing for and against the government.

Charlotte Kilroy KC is a public law practitioner who weights her caseload heavily towards human rights and immigration matters. She is particularly well regarded for her work with vulnerable migrants, including those who have been unlawfully detained and are facing deportation.

Monica Carss-Frisk KC is a brilliant public law and immigration silk who is distinguished by her masterful handling of matters concerning unlawful imprisonment and the ECHR. She regularly acts on behalf of the government in the EU courts.

Tom Hickman KC has considerable expertise across a wide range of practice areas. A regular presence in SIAC and the ECtHR, he has acted against the government in significant citizenship and nationality law matters.

Jason Pobjoy KC has a noteworthy practice representing NGOs in their interventions in immigration and asylum cases of broad application. He has strong experience of cases involving child asylum seekers or human trafficking. He has also represented the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights.