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Richard O'Brien KC

UK Bar 2026

 4 New Square Chambers

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Administrative & Public Law

London (Bar)

Inquests & Public Inquiries

London (Bar)

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Administrative & Public Law - London (Bar)

Band 4
Individual Editorial

Richard O'Brien KC is sought out by central government and other public bodies for representation in judicial reviews. He is particularly experienced in public law proceedings arising out of the criminal justice system, and national security or mass surveillance policy, including before the Investigatory Powers Tribunal.

Strengths

Richard can manage complex and difficult public law cases with ease.

Richard is very impressive on high-level work. He is regularly instructed by government on the most serious cases.

Richard has a lot of national security experience and very good judgement.

Richard has an excellent legal mind and a great relationship with clients. He is impressive all round.

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Inquests & Public Inquiries - London (Bar)

Band 4
Individual Editorial

Richard O'Brien KC has been instructed by a number of government bodies and private organisations in a range of inquests and inquiries, including the IICSA and the Undercover Policing Inquiry.

Strengths

Richard O'Brien KC is a very safe pair of hands for any matter.

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