Gráinne Mellon

Gráinne Mellon is commended for her expertise in cases involving children and vulnerable adults. She is particularly noted for her work in judicial reviews and in Human Rights Act damages claims. She is also a vice-chair of the Bar Human Rights Committee. In the international arena, Mellon has acted in high-profile cases such as Binder v Greece, concerning the prosecution of a search and rescue volunteer, and has worked on human rights law training projects in various jurisdictions.

Gráinne Mellon is commended for her expertise in cases involving children and vulnerable adults. She is particularly noted for her work in judicial reviews and in Human Rights Act damages claims. She is also a vice-chair of the Bar Human Rights Committee. In the international arena, Mellon has acted in high-profile cases such as Binder v Greece, concerning the prosecution of a search and rescue volunteer, and has worked on human rights law training projects in various jurisdictions.

Gráinne Mellon has established an excellent education and community care law practice. She has experience appearing in the SEND Tribunal, Court of Appeal and High Court, where she has brought claims under the Human Rights Act and worked on cases relating to access to student finance. She regularly receives instructions from parents and students in cases against local authorities and central government.

Gráinne Mellon is a well-regarded Court of Protection barrister experienced in the handling of deprivation of liberty cases, where she regularly acts for NHS trusts, the Official Solicitor and family members. She is also noted for her expertise in complex disputes concerning residence and care for adults who lack capacity.

Gráinne Mellon focuses her community care practice on matters concerning the care and accommodation for children and young people. She is also well experienced handling cases related to age assessments and asylum support.