UK Bar
Police Law: Mainly Claimant - All Circuits
Stephen Cragg KC is highly regarded for his work in civil claims challenging police actions and decisions, particularly in relation to data retention and privacy. He also advises on inquests and claims relating to deaths in custody and injuries.
Strengths
"Stephen Cragg has encyclopedic knowledge of the law and provides a pragmatic approach, handling all matters with exceptional dynamism."
"He is my go-to for any tricky, complex legal points."
"He is extremely approachable, brilliant and tactical."
"Steve is my go-to barrister for public law issues involving the state and is very effective."
Community Care - London (Bar)
Stephen Cragg KC is an expert in social welfare and criminal justice public law who also has a strong community care practice. He has significant experience in cases related to the provision of asylum support and local authority policy disputes.
Strengths
"Stephen has a great reputation."
Civil Liberties & Human Rights - London (Bar)
Stephen Cragg KC is a renowned human rights silk with a keen focus on community care cases. He habitually represents claimants at inquests and in police law matters. He also practises as a Special Advocate, handling passport refusal, naturalisation and other sensitive cases.
Strengths
"Stephen has forensic knowledge of data protection cases. He is good on the papers and with clients."
Data Protection - London (Bar)
Stephen Cragg KC is a well-regarded silk who handles an array of data protection matters. He is a strong choice for leading clients through breaches of the Data Protection Act, as well as privacy claims under Article 8 ECHR. He is sought out for his handling of cases brought against public bodies including police departments and local authorities.
Strengths
"Stephen is an impressive lawyer and talented advocate."
"Stephen is extremely approachable. He is really knowledgeable. He knows all the right arguments."
Administrative & Public Law - London (Bar)
Stephen Cragg KC has a strong track record of appearing in innovative public law challenges on behalf of claimants. He is especially well known for his handling of judicial reviews which involve an overlap with community care, social welfare and human rights law. He also appears as special advocate in cases concerning national security.
Strengths
"Stephen is really good on his feet and in written arguments."
