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Timothy Straker KC

UK Bar 2026

 4-5 Gray's Inn Square

Ranked in 3 practice areas

Election Law

London (Bar)

Local Government

London (Bar)

Planning

London (Bar)

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Election Law - London (Bar)

Band 1
Individual Editorial

Timothy Straker KC is a versatile public law silk with strong courtroom skills and experience. He routinely advises on issues relating to complex referenda and European and Parliamentary elections and represents both local authorities (acting for returning officers) and the Electoral Commission. Over the past quarter of a century he has appeared in many of the leading election law cases, some of which have established legal principles such as the extent of the duty the returning officer owes to a candidate.

Strengths

Timothy is an outstanding barrister who is a leader in his field.

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Local Government - London (Bar)

Band 4
Individual Editorial

Timothy Straker KC is a seasoned practitioner in the field of public sector law, routinely appearing in complex, high-profile local authority disputes. He acts for London-based public authorities involved in major infrastructure and development projects, such as the construction of cycle superhighways.

Strengths

Timothy is absolutely brilliant. He just has an encyclopedic knowledge.

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Planning - London (Bar)

Band 5
Individual Editorial

Timothy Straker KC of 4-5 Gray's Inn Square has a history of acting for London authorities on large-scale projects in both public law and planning contexts. He has promoted major infrastructure projects and acted in regeneration schemes for public and private clients. He also has related experience with environmental impact assessment. He undertakes work springing from sensitive residential development issues, including London basements.

Strengths

Timothy is experienced and always achieves excellent results for his clients.

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