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What the Team is Known For

Doughty Street Chambers is regarded as a go-to set with "barristers who can deal with protest cases, whether criminal or civil." The set's barristers are routinely instructed in high-profile judicial reviews concerning the right to protest and challenges to injunctions preventing occupation. The team is also well regarded for its expert representation of protesters in criminal proceedings. Standout cases recently handled by members include acting for Liberty in its judicial review of the "serious disruption" regulations passed by the Home Secretary under Henry VIII powers, as well as in R (Graham Smith) v Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis concerning the lawfulness of the arrest of an anti-monarchist at the coronation of King Charles III.

Sian Wilkins is the senior civil clerk.

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Jacob Bindman
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Jacob Bindman is a well-regarded criminal and public law barrister. His wide-ranging expertise encompasses matters such as terrorism, serious crime and protest law, and he represents clients in cases involving a variety of issues, including the right to protest.

Jacob is excellent. His skill set is legal research or written legal work, because he is very, very thorough.

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Jude Bunting
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Jude Bunting
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Jude Bunting KC is noted for his adroit representation of protesters in complex civil claims. He is frequently instructed in judicial review challenges against the police and public bodies concerning actions to prevent occupations and the restriction of protesters' access to events.

I was very impressed with Jude and the very measured and logical way he approached the submission to the court.

Jude is a highly intelligent and persuasive advocate. He is liked and admired by his instructing solicitors and lay clients.

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Kirsty Brimelow
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Kirsty Brimelow
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Kirsty Brimelow KC is a highly regarded silk noted for her expert representation of protesters in both civil and criminal proceedings. She has been involved in several leading protest law cases and has been instrumental in shaping the law in this area.

Kirsty is an experienced lawyer whose client service is unparalleled. Her advocacy skills are truly sublime.

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Tim Moloney
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Tim Moloney KC is a leading protest law barrister. He is lauded for his expert representation of individuals in high-profile appeals concerning aggravated trespass and public nuisance.

Tim is best as a jury advocate. He comes across with charm and real feeling, and clients trust him.

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Piers Marquis
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Piers Marquis is a skilled and experienced junior with a long history of handling protest matters. He has been involved in a broad variety of protest contexts, from student riots to environmental and peace campaigns. He has experience acting as sole and leading counsel, and has acted both in criminal investigations and in public inquiries.

Piers understands the bigger picture. He knows how to work the details of the case to the best advantage.

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Pippa Woodrow
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Pippa Woodrow is a junior with a wide protest law expertise. She is instructed to represent protesters in both criminal and civil proceedings. She has particular experience handling matters involving ECHR rights, especially Articles 10 and 11.

Pippa is really bright, responsive and fantastic with clients. She provides detailed advice.

Pippa is easy and collegiate to work with. She has significant protest law experience. One of her real strengths is having a current criminal and civil crossover practice.

Pippa is amazing to work with and makes great things happen! She has the ability to work on complex cases straddling different areas of law while exercising really excellent judgement and client care.

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Adam Wagner
Adam Wagner
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Adam Wagner is well regarded for his expertise in protest law cases and is particularly well versed in matters involving human rights law issues. He also deals with matters touching the boundaries of civil and criminal law, including civil contempt cases.

Adam is highly approachable and makes himself available. He exercises excellent judgement and intellect. Adam thinks quickly on his feet and is politically and commercially astute.

Adam is extremely bright and has great drafting skills. He is an effective advocate and a real force in protest law.

Adam is extremely bright. He has great drafting skills and is an effective advocate. He is a real force in protest law.

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Jude Bunting KC
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Jude Bunting KC
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Kirsty Brimelow KC
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Kirsty Brimelow KC
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Tim Moloney KC
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Adam Wagner KC
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Juniors

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Jacob Bindman
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Piers Marquis
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Pippa Woodrow
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