Civil Liberties & Human Rights
London (Bar)
5 years ranked
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Christopher Knight is a well-regarded barrister whose broad civil liberties and human rights practice is enhanced by his complementary expertise in administrative and public law, data protection and EU law. He has been involved in important constitutional law cases in addition to challenges to the government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Christopher Knight has risen to prominence thanks to his involvement in complex administrative and public law challenges. He principally represents central and local government bodies in high-profile constitutional and human rights challenges, including matters relating to the Scottish and Welsh governments. He regularly appears in proceedings before the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court.
Christopher Knight lays claim to an impressive track record of acting for or against the Information Commissioner. He is frequently called upon to provide data protection commentary, and is a prolific author and blogger on this and related subjects. He acts for government and regulatory bodies in many of their major clashes with big data companies, as well as advising on consumer actions.
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Chris is a true expert in the field.
Chris is commercially astute and has an unrivalled understanding of the manner in which the Government approaches public law cases.
Chris is absolutely first-rate and a very pleasant opponent.
Chris Knight is a cut above everyone else.
Chris is excellent to work with.
Chris really stands out for the breadth and depth of his talent.
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