Rachel Barnes KC
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Practice Areas
A dual-qualified US attorney and English barrister, Rachel has a niche fraud, corruption and sanctions practice at the juncture of civil and criminal litigation, in both domestic and international cases. Appointed to various government panels of counsel (see below), Rachel is also known for her strategic approach in dealing with regulators and other third parties.
Clients value her US background and knowledge of US sanctions, as well as her wider practice in cross-border criminal and asset restraint investigations, extradition and MLA, public law and commercial cases. She is well versed in issues of jurisdiction and state immunities and human rights. Rachel advises and represents corporations, governments, individuals and NGOs.
She prosecutes and defends in all criminal courts and acts in judicial review and civil cases, appearing in the High Court, Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. Rachel is a co-editor of The Guide to Sanctions (GIR 2020, 2021) and has taught law at the London School of Economics and Cambridge University. She holds a PhD (Cantab) in public international law and an LL.M (Harv. Law School).
Career
Call 2004
Attorney General’s Public International Law Counsel to the Crown (B Panel)
SFO Prosecution Counsel and PoCA Counsel (A Panels)
CPS specialist panels of POCA and Extradition Counsel (Grade 4)
Chambers Review
UK Bar
Rachel Barnes KC
Rachel Barnes KC is a criminal law specialist with an extremely strong extradition practice. She boasts particular expertise in matters stemming from the USA and has experience of acting both for requested persons and governments. She is also an expert on Interpol Red Notices and has experience of handling international law and cross-border matters.
Rachel Barnes KC
Rachel Barnes KC is an accomplished barrister whose international crime and fraud practice is complemented by her expertise in extradition and confiscation proceedings. Although she often advises individuals, she is also increasingly sought out by companies that are dealing with internal investigations or are accused of potential sanctions breaches and illegal manipulation of benchmark rates. She is highly regarded for her expertise in cases involving money laundering and complex fraud. Her dual qualification in US law makes her a go-to counsel on matters with a transatlantic element.
Rachel Barnes KC
Rachel Barnes KC is an accomplished barrister whose international crime and fraud practice is complemented by her expertise in extradition and confiscation proceedings. Although she often advises individuals, she is also increasingly sought out by companies that are dealing with internal investigations or are accused of potential sanctions breaches and illegal manipulation of benchmark rates. She is highly regarded for her expertise in cases involving money laundering and complex fraud. Her dual qualification in US law makes her a go-to counsel on matters with a transatlantic element.
Rachel Barnes KC
Rachel Barnes KC of 3 Raymond Buildings advises clients on both US and EU sanctions legislation. She represents clients in civil proceedings, criminal investigations and asset-freezing matters arising from economic sanctions.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"A seriously bright individual who is extremely thorough."
"She makes all the correct tactical calls. Her recent move into silk was well deserved."
"She has a specialist practice, is very knowledgeable and has excellent judgement."
"She is extremely intelligent as well as personable, and is determined to get the best results for clients."
"Rachel is really fantastic. She has a brilliant legal brain! You want her in your corner."
"A seriously bright individual who is extremely thorough."
"She makes all the correct tactical calls. Her recent move into silk was well deserved."
"She has a specialist practice, is very knowledgeable and has excellent judgement."
"She is extremely intelligent as well as personable, and is determined to get the best results for clients."
"Rachel is really fantastic. She has a brilliant legal brain! You want her in your corner."
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