JUNIOR PROFILE

Paul Skinner

UK Bar 2026

Matrix Chambers

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Immigration

London (Bar)

Administrative & Public Law

London (Bar)

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UK Bar

Immigration - London (Bar)

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Paul Skinner is a senior junior with an extensive practice in immigration law as it relates to asylum, and is trusted by both private practice clients and government. He has presented as sole counsel in key, high-profile matters in the Court of Appeal and Upper Tribunal. Recently, he was involved in a complex test case relating to a claimant's treatment at Manston immigration processing facility.

Strengths

Paul knows all of it, everything. He is very fluid across the space.

He is really strong, and given that he is able to cover both private clients and government matters, he brings valuable insight.

He is really good and easy to deal with. He knows his stuff.

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Administrative & Public Law - London (Bar)

Band 4

Individual Editorial

Paul Skinner is a respected barrister noted for his representation of claimants and defendants. He is particularly experienced in cases related to welfare benefits, asylum support and prison conditions.