Extradition | UK Bar

3 Raymond Buildings is a set known for the consistent excellence of its members, having "a long-established history in being at the forefront of the leading cases in extradition" and advising and acting for both requesting foreign governments and authorities, as well as requested individuals. Members regularly appear before the High Court, the Supreme Court and the ECHR. Barristers here are noted for their advice on mutual legal assistance and regularly counsel the UK authorities. This year, members of the set appeared in the cases of SFO v Bombardier Inc and El-Khouri v Government of the United States of America.

The senior clerk is Eddie Holland.

6KBW College Hill is a set well versed in a vast array of extradition proceedings, including those held before the Supreme Court and the ECHR. Their bench is praised for having "senior extradition barristers who really stand out." Its clients include international governments, requested persons and judicial authorities. Members are noted for having particular experience in Russian, US and Indian cases. Recent work highlights include South Africa v Lomas, South Africa v Payne and USA v Amit Forlit.

Richard Summerscales is the senior clerk.

Doughty Street Chambers is recognised for its "large number of experienced barristers able to handle matters of any complexity." Its barristers are regularly involved in the most high-profile matters of the day and are noted for having developed extradition law itself through the bringing of test cases before the Supreme Court. Individuals here generally act for requested persons both in the UK and in international extradition courts and are known for the commitment and ingenuity they bring to all their cases. Members have acted in several key cases this year, including Japan v Kaine Wright and USA v Mr Gobind Lal Tahil. Members are particularly known for running important human rights arguments in high-profile cases.

Matthew Butchard is the senior clerk for crime.

Matrix Chambers is a true market leader when it comes to human rights issues and has a strong footprint in the extradition sector by having "leading heavy weight counsel." It is particularly impressive in financial and corporate crime cases. Members at the set appear for both prosecuting authorities and defence solicitors in the most high-profile and complex cases at home and abroad, often acting on both sides. Examples of recent work include USA v El-Khouri and India v Sanjay Bhandari.

Paul Venables is the senior practice manager.

5 St Andrew's Hill is praised by clients as a "stellar extradition set" with the capacity to handle "substantive extradition proceedings." Individuals at the set regularly write and lecture on the topic and are called upon by the national press for their views. They both prosecute and defend cases in concert with teams of UK and foreign extradition lawyers, and are experts in both the European arrest warrant regime and cases outside Europe. They have particular expertise in the removal of Interpol Red Notices and a long track record of running human rights arguments relating to prison conditions and political corruption. Recently, members have appeared on key cases such as Government of Ukraine v Sivkiv and Sanjay Bhandari v Government of India.

Gary Norton and Dean Cook are the senior clerks for extradition.

9BR Chambers is a well-regarded set that represents individuals and requesting states alike in relation to extradition requests and Interpol Red Notices. 9BR Chambers is seen as a "very cohesive set." Many members have significant experience with the CPS and have covered high-profile matters concerning crime and high-value fraud. In addition to this, they are known for their impressive work around post-Brexit issues and the impact these have on European arrest warrants. An interviewee states: "9BR has wide ranging counsel covering a number of areas of expertise." Recent work highlights for the set include Kozar v Czech Republic.

Paul Outen is the senior clerk.

Furnival Chambers is noted for its involvement in significant extradition cases, and has members who routinely act for states and requested persons in Part 1 and Part 2 Extradition Act 2003 proceedings. The set is known for being "well established with intellectual and diligent counsel with varying seniority." Individuals here are also highly adept at advising on Interpol Red Notices. Members have recently been instructed in USA v Kimberlee Singler and Government of USA v Nicholls.

Stephen Ball is the senior clerk.

Temple Garden Chambers is a highly respected set housing practitioners who routinely represent requested persons, judicial authorities and the National Crime Agency. Members are "able to handle all levels of cases including complex matters and are highly respected by the courts." Members handle cases relating to the rule of law, prison conditions, and human rights issues. Recent work highlights includes USA v Akhimie and Moldova v Toper Hassan.

Dean Norton is the senior clerk.