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Administrative & Public Law - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Richard Drabble KC is a renowned advocate noted for his expertise in administrative and public law cases concerning social justice and human rights. He is also experienced in handling EU, regulatory and planning challenges on behalf of claimants, defendants and interveners. He frequently acts in litigation that involves overlap between immigration and national security issues.
Strengths
Richard is insightful.
Immigration - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Richard Drabble KC is a seasoned public law silk with extensive experience in immigration matters including complex asylum and deportation matters relating to foreign criminals and their families. He has on numerous occasions represented claimants in high-profile litigation before the Supreme Court and the Privy Council.
Strengths
He's an encyclopedia. He can think laterally and apply novel arguments.
Local Government - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Richard Drabble KC is a fine local government barrister who is universally respected by his peers. He is held in particularly high esteem for his advocacy skills and makes regular appearances before the Administrative Court, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court.
Strengths
Richard is a truly exceptional barrister.
Social Housing - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Richard Drabble KC is a local government and planning specialist with extensive knowledge and experience of housing benefits and social welfare cases. He routinely appears at all levels of domestic and European courts.
Strengths
Richard Drabble is one the best barristers in the country.
Civil Liberties & Human Rights - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Richard Drabble KC is a highly knowledgeable practitioner with vast experience of appearing before all levels of UK courts and European judicial authorities. He is particularly well known for his appellate work and deep knowledge of international law. His recent experience spans social security law and issues of torture.
Strengths
Richard is really a legend.