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Civil Liberties & Human Rights - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Jonathan Metzer is a well regarded junior with a wide-ranging civil liberties practice. He represents claimants in asylum and unlawful detention matters and has particular expertise in inquiry and inquest work. Jonathan is also a member of the Attorney General's B panel.
Strengths
Jonathan is brilliant on his feet and I have always had phenomenal service.
Jonathan's pleadings are very thorough and persuasive, and his advice is accurate and to the point.
Jonathan is an absolute star and the quality of his work is outstanding.
Jonathan Metzer is one of the finest asylum and immigration barristers at the Bar.
Whenever I can, I instruct Jonathan.
Immigration - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Jonathan Metzer is commended for his skilful representation of individuals in difficult asylum and deportation cases. He has also acted on behalf of a government body in the Brook House Inquiry.
Strengths
Jonathan's knowledge of asylum, immigration and public law cases is fantastic.
His written work is brilliant and his advocacy is really good. His pleadings are very thorough and persuasive.
Inquests & Public Inquiries - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Jonathan Metzer is a junior barrister with notable experience acting in Article 2 inquests and high-profile public inquiries. His inquest work often involves issues of mental healthcare.
Strengths
He was really forensic and very thorough in going through the papers. His drafting was great, as was his advocacy.
Jonathan is doggedly determined to obtain the answers bereaved relatives need and is adept at flexing his approach and tacking when unexpected evidence comes to light.
Jonathan's drafting is very comprehensive. He is capable on his feet and able to adapt.
Jonathan is a thorough, considered and highly capable counsel. He has a measured and considerate manner with witnesses, giving them confidence and support.
Clinical Negligence - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Jonathan Metzer has a broad clinical negligence practice, acting for both claimants and defendants. He has experience acting unled in settlement meetings for claims involving such matters as delayed diagnosis and surgical failures.
Strengths
Jonathan Metzer consistently provides exceptional legal and strategic knowledge. He is able to get to the crux of the issues whilst putting clients at ease.
Jon is a tremendous advocate and a gifted negotiator. He is brilliant with clients.
Jonathan is responsive and his advice is always clear and detailed. He has an excellent rapport with our clients and handles sensitive and contentious work with skill.
Jonathan is a fantastic barrister and very professional.