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Head of chambers Michael Mansfield QC is highly recommended, and ‘exceptionally insightful' co-head Patrick Roche has ‘unwavering commitment to clients' and ‘impressive tactical acumen'. Legal 500 (2011) Tooks Chambers is a ‘hardworking set', which has ‘good cover throughout the ranks'. Legal 500 (2011) Actions Against the Police & InquestsTooks Chambers has barristers who are well clerked and produce high-quality work. The set offers expertise in all aspects of police law, including false imprisonment, malicious prosecution, misfeasance in public office, breach of confidence and negligence. Other matters handled include claims under the ECHR and related human rights issues, such as judicial reviews of decisions of the IPCC relating to disciplinary proceedings against police officers. Chambers UK (2012) Police Law Hugh Southey QC is a hugely experienced practitioner and a popular choice for police law cases in which human rights issues arise. He operates on a wide canvas and also has good general criminal law expertise. He recently acted in the significant case of R (F) v Secretary of State, which argued that registration of sex offenders is not compatible with Article 8 of the ECHR. Chambers UK (2012) Police Law Patrick Roche is an expert in both crime and police law. A well-respected advocate, he is joint head of chambers and has a busy practice acting in cases involving false imprisonment and malicious prosecution. Solicitors admire him for his consistently high standards and his approachability. Chambers UK (2012) Police Law ‘Among the cleverest juniors at the bar', Adam Straw has an ‘impressive knowledge of inquest law' and produces ‘novel and compelling arguments'. Legal 500 (2011) CrimeMartin Huseyin is a busy junior. Legal 500 (2010) Crime Joel Bennathan QC is a recommended silk. Legal 500 (2010) Crime Peter Wilcock, who has a busy appellate practice, is ‘the type of counsel you could never go wrong with'. Legal 500 (2010) Crime Michael Mansfield QC's ‘commitment to unpopular causes and cases has raised his profile to that of a celebrity, not least because in so many cases he has been proven right'. Legal 500 (2011) Crime Michael Mansfield QC scarcely needs an introduction in the criminal arena, on account of his commitment and successful representations over many years. Sources agree his excellent skills have done much to shape the perception of criminal law in England, particularly when acting on the defence. His high-profile cases include Barry George and he recently advised on R v Ali Dizaei. Chambers UK (2012) Crime Stephen Kamlish QC wins high praise as "phenomenal" and "among the best at the Bar," according to interviewees. Sources consider him richly deserving of recognition for his "heavy work," and his uncanny ability to discover witness shortcomings via subtle yet "great cross-examination" skills. Highlight work includes R v Abdullah Baybasin, concerning a high-profile alleged heroin conspiracy. Chambers UK (2012) Crime The "highly approachable" Joel Bennathan QC wins plaudits for being "excellent with clients, and a formidable advocate," according to sources. His practice includes substantial terrorism, homicide and appellate work, as well as actions against the police. He advised on the Court of Appeal matter of R v Rangzeib Ahmed, concerning an individual convicted of directing Al-Qaeda activities. Chambers UK (2012) Crime Also recommended in Crime are Michael Magarian QC, Tim Moloney QC, Peter Wilcock and Danielle Cooper. Chambers UK (2012) Crime Michael Magarian QC is listed within new silks. Legal 500 (2011) Crime Stephen Kamlish QC ‘is committed, hardworking and tenacious, and does not fear becoming unpopular with judges or other lawyers if it is in the interests of his clients'. Legal 500 (2011) Crime Danielle Cooper is also recommended - ‘under her easy, fluid delivery lurks a fast mind and a tough constitution'. Legal 500 (2011) Crime Employment & EqualitySandhya Drew is ranked as a Leading Junior in Employment by the Legal 500 (2011) Employment ‘I was terrified but the barrister was the nicest lady I could have ever hoped to have met. She was friendly and professional and prepared me for the case brilliantly, advising me on where my best chances of success were and what questions I may be asked. "Don't have sleepless nights, let me do the worrying," she said to me.' The "feisty and fiery" Sandhya Drew of Tooks Chambers "can win the unwinnable," according to those that use her. Sources say she "gets to grips with complex cases and deals with the points of law with clarity." Her direct approach is appreciated by clients. Chambers UK (2012) Employment Stablemate Catherine Rayner stands out for her excellent manner with clients and the total commitment to her cases. She is a go-to for complex and multiple discrimination claims. Chambers UK (2012) Employment Jane Russell shows ‘excellent legal knowledge and very strong cross-examination skills'. Legal 500 (2011) Employment Human Rights & Civil LibertiesCivil liberties and human rights law is the linchpin of Tooks Chambers and cut across all their practice areas, including immigration, health care, terrorism, prison and police law. The set predominantly acts for claimants and, according to commentators, "can be proud of its efforts," as its commitment to its clients is second to none. Chambers UK (2012) Civil Liberties & Human Rights Figurehead Michael Mansfield QC is an "icon" of the chambers and a standout practitioner. He has a wealth of experience in the area but is singled out for work handling criminal cases with a human rights angle to them. He is currently a member of the jury panel on the Russell tribunal inquiry into the legal ramifications of Israel's human rights and humanitarian law violations in Palestine. He has full market approval ...Chambers UK (2012) Civil Liberties & Human Rights Hugh Southey QC, ... has gone from strength to strength since taking silk. Southey handles a range of police, prison and immigration claims. Sources say of him that "he has a creative mind and will find a new angle remarkably quickly." He was instructed in the landmark case, which challenged the ban to prisoner voting. Chambers UK (2012) Civil Liberties & Human Rights Amanda Weston is recommended for her commitment to producing work of the highest standard. She has "a blend of experience in community care and immigration work which is particularly useful," say instructing solicitors, who further comment on her brilliance in cases concerning mental incapacity and unlawful detention. She was involved in the high-profile Abu Hamza case. Chambers UK (2012) Civil Liberties & Human Rights Adam Straw is coming up through the ranks and is praised for the quality of his inquests, police and prison claims work. One interviewee says of him: "I have never come across someone this bright at this level of call." He successfully represented a prisoner in a judicial review alleging that he was unlawfully discriminated against in prison, through failure to support his learning disability. Chambers UK (2012) Civil Liberties & Human Rights Another exceptional young talent is Jude Bunting. "A star in the making," he is particularly well known for his "fabulous preparation." He acted in R (Alcock) v Parole Board, a case looking at a prisoner with a life sentence who suffered a significant delay to his parole board hearing. Chambers UK (2012) Civil Liberties & Human Rights Paul Troop and Amanda Weston are ranked as Leading Juniors in Civil Liberties and human rights by the Legal 500 (2010) Civil liberties & human rights Adam Straw is ‘phenomenal and seems to know everything'. Straw recently acted as junior for the respondent in R (on the application of JF) v Secretary of State for Justice. Legal 500 (2010) Civil liberties and human rights Amanda Weston is ‘excellent’. Legal 500 (2011) Civil Liberties & Human Rights Paul Troop is ‘extremely talented'. Legal 500 (2011) Civil Liberties & Human Rights 2010 silk Hugh Southey QC is a ‘brilliant technical lawyer with a thorough knowledge of human rights law at his fingertips'. Legal 500 (2011) Civil Liberties & Human Rights Immigration LawTooks Chambers continues to offer an array of talented immigration barristers who, although the team is relatively young, are highly esteemed in the market. Members advise on all aspects of immigration law, including European, nationality, government policy and business-related applications. The clerks are also cited as being fantastically easy to work with and people who "will always pick up matters urgently." Chambers UK (2012) Immigration Hugh Southey QC's immigration practice is "going great guns," according to sources. A man with great breadth of experience, he also handles prison and mental health law. However, the main focus of his practice recently has been on SIAC and terrorism-related cases. He recently handled a successful challenge to the points-based system when handling the case of EECA. Chambers UK (2012) Immigration Rebecca Chapman is a first port of call for many solicitors. Interviewees say that "she is amazing with clients, and especially good at putting traumatised and vulnerable people at ease." She impresses her peers through the fact that "she always gives it her all and takes both victory and defeat in her stride." Chambers UK (2012) Immigration Amanda Weston is a "true fighter" who displays "breathtaking determination at times." Instructing solicitors comment that she adds value to a case due to her wealth of immigration experience and the fact "she never misses a point." Weston handles complex cases for vulnerable clients where human rights issues versus government policy scenarios come into play. Chambers UK (2012) Immigration Sources have nothing but praise for Glen Hodgetts, who "is calm and unassuming, gets on with the job in hand and leaves no stone unturned." Interviewees add that "he is very good on thorny questions relating to the PBS and proves very imaginative in his solutions." Chambers UK (2012) Immigration Abigail Smith continues to develop her practice, and handles both private and publicly funded work. Sources comment on her "huge energy" and note that she is "excellent on the more complex cases and great to use particularly on appeal." Chambers UK (2012) Immigration Hugh Southey QC is ‘a brave and creative advocate, with excellent tactical judgement'. Legal 500 (2011) Immigration Rebecca Chapman is ‘very sensitive to clients' concerns, and quick thinking'. Legal 500 (2011) Immigration Glen Hodgetts is ‘extremely thorough and will often go the extra mile in case preparation'. Legal 500 (2011) Immigration Amanda Weston ‘rapidly identifies the issues and finds novel solutions'. Legal 500 (2011) Immigration Grace Brown has ‘deep expertise'. Legal 500 (2011) Immigration Abigail Smith ‘remains amazingly calm in a crisis and instinctively takes the right course of action'. Legal 500 (2011) Immigration MediationLawrence Kershen QC of Tooks Chambers is hailed as an "instinctive mediator" who has experience of handling professional negligence, finance and IP disputes, amongst others. He attracts particular praise for his mediation training programmes. Chambers UK (2012) Mediation Public LawSolicitors favour working with the "smart and well-prepared" Hugh Southey QC of Tooks Chambers. Due to his broad public law experience "he is able to formulate well-researched arguments in cases which are uncertain and have no authority or precedence." They also like "his responsiveness and good judgement in terms of tactics." Chambers UK (2012) Administrative & Public Law Tooks Chambers also lays claim to "heavyweight public lawyer" Adam Straw, who is commended for his cutting-edge work. He has a public law and human rights practice, which focuses mainly on claimant work, and also has a busy inquest portfolio. Chambers UK (2012) Administrative & Public Law Offering ‘absolutely fantastic service', the ‘prestigious' Tooks Chambers is a ‘very good public law set' rated for its experience advising on inquests, mental health, prison and police law, and immigration cases. Legal 500 (2011) |
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