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Extradition - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Saoirse Townshend is an impressive junior with a sophisticated extradition practice who is noted for her excellent advocacy. She is particularly well versed in European arrest warrant cases, and acts for requesting governments and requested persons alike. Townshend has appeared in the Supreme Court in cases relating to European arrest warrants.
Strengths
Saoirse is incredibly easy to work with, and her amenable approach belies a fearless and committed advocate. She has wide experience in extradition proceedings and judges respect her.
Saoirse has always handled complex issues extremely well. She is a very effective advocate.
Saoirse is very persuasive on her feet and clear in her arguments. Always well prepared and well organised, and very good with vulnerable clients. She can raise novel arguments against extradition.
Saoirse looks at every possible angle and argument to ensure that she does the best job she possibly can. She is not satisfied with second best and is always pushing for excellence.
Inquests & Public Inquiries - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Saoirse Townshend is a highly talented barrister who frequently represents central government departments in a variety of high-profile public inquiries, recently including the Brook House and COVID-19 Inquiries.
Strengths
Saoirse is extremely hard-working.
Saoirse is a very impressive barrister with leading roles in hearings.