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Lydia Barnfather is a leading figure in Professional Discipline and Regulatory Law, ranked as a Star Individual by Chambers & Partners UK (2025) and named Professional Discipline Junior of the Year (2024). Consistently recognised in Band 1 by Chambers & Partners UK, she is widely acknowledged as one of the foremost practitioners in the field and described as “an exceptionally bright barrister with a wonderful advocacy style”.
Lydia has extensive experience before tribunals and appellate courts and is regularly instructed in high-profile and sensitive matters. She acts for both individuals and corporate bodies under investigation as well as for a wide range of regulatory authorities. Her expertise extends to inquests and public inquiries, where her deep knowledge of professional standards and regulatory frameworks makes her a first choice for complex cases.
She is an expert in all aspects of professional discipline, with vast experience of cases involving the GMC, GDC, GOC, GOsC, GPhC, GCC, HCPC, NHS England, SRA, police misconduct, inquests, universities, and international healthcare associations. Lydia is frequently instructed by defence organisations and firms to represent professionals and corporations, while continuing to advise and act for regulators. She also appears before the High Court including in cases involving the Professional Standards Authority.
Renowned for her intelligence, thorough preparation, tenacity and first-rate advocacy, Lydia is repeatedly sought after as a trusted expert in regulatory law.
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Lydia Barnfather is a go-to barrister for many major healthcare regulatory bodies, including the GMC, GDC and GOC. She regularly appears before tribunals as well as on appeal, and specialises particularly in conduct, health and performance-related issues. She also advises and acts for the PSA in significant appellate cases.
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Lydia Barnfather is a talented advocate with excellent communication skills and case strategy. She brings immaculate attention to detail and is certainly one of the very best.
An extremely accomplished advocate and expert in professional disciplinary law.
A true expert in her field, with an incredible eye for detail and an excellent presentation style.
Lydia Barnfather is a talented advocate with excellent communication skills and case strategy. She brings immaculate attention to detail and is certainly one of the very best.
An extremely accomplished advocate and expert in professional disciplinary law.
A true expert in her field, with an incredible eye for detail and an excellent presentation style.