SILK PROFILE

Timothy Otty KC

UK Bar 2026

Blackstone Chambers

Ranked in 4 practice areas

Public International Law

London (Bar)

15 years ranked

Sanctions

All Circuits

10 years ranked

International Human Rights Law

London (Bar)

13 years ranked

Civil Liberties & Human Rights

London (Bar)

22 years ranked

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

UK Bar

Public International Law - London (Bar)

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Timothy Otty KC is particularly well suited to PIL cases relating to human rights and international sanctions, and typically acts for claimants. He is regularly instructed in matters arising in areas of conflict, including parts of Africa and the Middle East. He has experience acting in ICSID and ad hoc investor-state disputes.

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Sanctions - All Circuits

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Timothy Otty KC is praised for his representation of financial sector clients and private individuals in judicial review and other challenges to EU sanctions decisions. He also assists clients with follow-on damages claims before the UK courts.

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International Human Rights Law - London (Bar)

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Timothy Otty KC is particularly noted for his adroit handling of cases concerning state immunity and economic sanctions. He is regularly called in to tackle high-profile, complex matters before domestic, European and international courts.

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Civil Liberties & Human Rights - London (Bar)

Band 1

Individual Editorial

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Timothy is a leading silk on matters of state immunity and public international law. He is a measured and effective advocate.
Public International LawUK Bar
Tim is a joy to work with. He is a very able silk, but wonderfully low-key and user-friendly.
Public International LawUK Bar
Timothy is extremely disciplined and hard-working. He is a serious intellectual while being really down to earth.
SanctionsUK Bar
Timothy is a terrific, first-class thinker. He is a real team player.
SanctionsUK Bar
Timothy has a calmness that makes him incredibly powerful in court.
SanctionsUK Bar
Timothy Otty produces excellent quality work and is very user-friendly.
SanctionsUK Bar