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Cathryn McGahey KC

UK Bar 2026

Temple Garden Chambers

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Inquests & Public Inquiries

London (Bar)

Administrative & Public Law

London (Bar)

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Inquests & Public Inquiries - London (Bar)

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Cathryn McGahey KC demonstrates great aptitude when appearing on behalf of core participants in public inquiries. She is a skilled representative of state agents in inquests and has a particular focus on proceedings involving deaths in custody. She has developed a specialism in cases concerning child protection.

Strengths

Cathryn is extremely tenacious and experienced.

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Administrative & Public Law - London (Bar)

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Cathryn McGahey KC demonstrates a considerable depth of expertise in significant judicial reviews concerning immigration and national security. She has further niche expertise in public law challenges to animal-related legislation, particularly the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991.

Strengths

Cathryn is very impressive at managing the court, the complexity of cases and very difficult clients.

Cathryn is strong across all areas of public law and has particular expertise in national security matters but adds value to everything. She is an understated and incredibly effective advocate.

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