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Paul Stagg KC

UK Bar 2026

Deka Chambers

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Police Law: Mainly Defendant

All Circuits

17 years ranked

Personal Injury

London (Bar)

16 years ranked

Chambers Review

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UK Bar

Police Law: Mainly Defendant - All Circuits

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Paul Stagg KC specialises in the defence of human rights claims concerning the police's failure to investigate, and cases involving injury during police contact. His practice also covers unlawful arrest and misfeasance claims, as well as judicial reviews.

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Personal Injury - London (Bar)

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Paul Stagg KC demonstrates notable skill in catastrophic personal injury cases, particularly those containing state care or with EL/PL elements. He acts for both sides in litigation and also handles workplace accident cases. He has extensive experience in defendant-side historic sexual abuse cases, particularly those involving complex arguments considering the scope of local authorities' duties of care.

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Strengths

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Paul Stagg is simply excellent. If Paul is on the case, I don't have any worries.
Police Law: Mainly DefendantUK Bar
Paul Stagg is very, very good and thorough.
Police Law: Mainly DefendantUK Bar
Paul Stagg has seen it all. He is very experienced, you feel really comfortable knowing you've got him. His paperwork is excellent, he has very good attention to detail.
Police Law: Mainly DefendantUK Bar
I have worked with Paul over many years - his knowledge and expertise are impeccable.
Police Law: Mainly DefendantUK Bar
Paul Stagg is great with clients, very approachable and knowledgeable. He is an exceptional police lawyer. He is great on paper, an excellent advocate and can explain things to lay clients.
Police Law: Mainly DefendantUK Bar
Paul is extremely strong all round. He is personable and approachable while providing excellent advice effortlessly. He is a true leader in the field of historical abuse litigation.
Personal InjuryUK Bar