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Katy Smart

Katy Smart

UK 2026

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Katy Smart heads the Extradition Department at Sonn Macmillan Walker. She has particular experience fighting extradition requests which are politically motivated and acting for individuals in representations to INTERPOL. Katy has a wealth of experience in high profile extradition and an established track record of successfully fighting extradition requests. She has considerable experience at defending European Arrest Warrants and has specialised in fighting requests from Russia, Ukraine, UAE, and USA, which usually involve complex litigation, require expert evidence and witnesses from foreign jurisdictions. She also regularly acts as an advocate for her clients in extradition hearings. Katy is a committee member of the Defence Extradition Lawyers Association and a member of Extradition Lawyers Association.

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Extradition - UK-wide

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Katy Smart frequently advises on cases where client vulnerability or political motivation may be a factor. Her broad expertise includes extradition requests from Russia and the USA as well as Europe.

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  • As well as being one of the most talented extradition solicitors out there, Katy is deeply committed to her clients and is a delight to work with.

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  • Katy is an extraordinarily adept solicitor whose passion and strategic thinking are matched only by her compassion for her clients.

    ExtraditionChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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