Protest Law

Owen Greenhall is very highly regarded for his representation of protesters in complex criminal proceedings. He is regularly instructed in right to protest and freedom of expression cases, and also provides advice to campaigning organisations.

"Owen is really good at legal advocacy."

"Owen is very good with clients and a thoughtful jury advocate. His experience in civil liberties and protest law is unrivalled."

Henry Blaxland KC is a highly sought-after criminal defence barrister who lends his expertise to terrorism, fraud and appellate work. He is particularly well versed in cases with a human rights dimension, including protest rights.

"Henry is definitely a go-to person for protest-related matters."

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."

Stephanie Harrison KC is praised by market commentators for her excellent advocacy skills. She is frequently called upon to defend her clients in cases involving civil injunctions used to restrict protests, and is regularly instructed in matters brought against both private companies and public authorities.

"Stephanie combines a huge amount of knowledge and experience with a real humanity in her approach. Working alongside her is inspiring."

Tom Wainwright is adept at handling criminal cases involving protesters. He has experience appearing in matters concerning protesters who have been charged with breaching public orders and trespassing. He co-authored The Protest Handbook, a leading book on protest rights.

"Tom is a tenacious advocate."

Audrey Cherryl Mogan is recognised for her work in high-profile protest law matters. She has significant experience as a criminal defence barrister and has handled mandates involving climate change and arms manufacturing protests. Mogan is well versed in cases concerned with the ECHR.

"Audrey is really making a name for herself in protest law."

"Audrey is keen and good on arguments."

Michael Goold is noted for his impressive protest law practice. He is instructed in high-profile criminal proceedings and possesses deep knowledge of police powers.

"Michael is absolutely brilliant. He gets the legal argument brilliantly."

Russell Fraser is a well-regarded criminal defence practitioner whose practice encompasses public order, protest law and human rights matters. He represents individuals in cases arising from protests relating to animal rights and climate change.

"He can get straight to the heart of the matter and is very calm. He is an effective advocate."

Sarah Hemingway represents individuals in multi-handed cases and claims arising out of mass protest. She acts for clients charged with aggravated trespass or Section 5 Public Order Act offences.

"Sarah is an excellent barrister whose analytical skills and pragmatism are important. She does an excellent job in court."

Stephen Simblet KC is an impressive silk frequently sought after to act in high-profile injunction proceedings. Simblet is well known for his defence of protesters involved in animal rights and oil refinery protests, among a vast array of others areas.

"Stephen has a compendious knowledge of law for civil proceedings and injunctions. He is a committed, articulate and sharp advocate, and is good and personable with clients."