Extradition

Helen Malcolm KC is a well-established extradition advocate who has particular expertise in European extradition matters. She combines her mastery of extradition with capability in fraud law and often represents individuals facing extradition as a result of financial crime. She also brings experience of handling requested person cases and extradition allegations relating to genocide.Malcolm frequently represents foreign governments in extradition requests.

"She is really at the forefront of the extradition practice."

"She is an excellent and very well-established practitioner."

Hugo Keith KC is praised for his meticulous preparationand excellent client care. He handles the most complex and high-profile extradition proceedings – many of which are subject to great media interest.

"Hugo is a real fighter and immensely impressive."

Rachel Scott is a highly regarded junior who handles high-profile extradition cases in relation to heavyweight fraud and financial crime. She represents both requesting states and requested persons and is well versed in judicial review and appellate proceedings relating to extradition. She also has experience of conducting requests to Interpol for the removal of Red Notices.

"She's a superstar. She is incredibly knowledgeable and her advocacy is absolutely outstanding."

Clair Dobbin KC has a broad practice encompassing public law and human rights as well as extradition. She has undertaken some of the most high-profile and sensitive extradition work of recent years, and has appeared in cases in the Supreme Court and the ECHR. She is highlighted by peers for her work for the UK and US governments, providing counsel and representation in extradition litigation.

"She is a consummate advocate and her written and oral advocacy is at the highest level."

"Clair has a huge knowledge base."

James Lewis KC is a silk with in-depth experience of the most complex and challenging extradition cases, who has particular experience of extradition requests stemming from US legislation.He frequently appears in the Supreme Court, acting both for defendants and the government.

"James knows every nook and cranny of extradition law and is a very wonderful and punchy advocate."

Amanda Bostock acts for judicial authorities and requested persons in extradition proceedings. She has particular expertise in extradition cases centred on prison conditions in Hungary and Bulgaria, among other foreign states.

"Her advocacy is very impressive – very meticulously prepared and organised."

Ben Watson KC is a leading extradition barrister withvast experience in cases concerning European Arrest Warrants and extradition relating to international terrorism issues. He isalso well versed in the area of mutual legal assistance and is experienced in both prosecuting and defending individuals and foreign governments alike.

"He is an incredibly effective advocate whose written advocacy is flawless and he is very effective and succinct."

"Ben is a sympathetic but very tough advocate who wins people round and is incredibly powerful."

"Ben is a dream to work with. He is responsive, meticulous in his case preparation and takes all the right points in court."

Nicholas Hearn has notable defence and prosecution experience across a variety of complex extradition matters. He is an expert on European Arrest Warrants and the human rights aspects of extradition cases. Hearn also has expertise with regard to Interpol Red Notices.

"Nick utilises his vast experience to provide first-rate advice for both extradition and INTERPOL matters."

James Hines KC is an experienced extradition practitioner who is highlighted by market sources for his skilled preparation of complex matters.He is particularly known for his advisory work on the extradition front and is highly experienced at assisting governments and foreign fugitives in various different courts.

"He is always involved with his cases from the very beginning and is well established in extradition."

Rachel Barnes KC is a criminal law specialist with an extremely strong extradition practice. She boasts particular expertisein matters stemming from the USA and has experience of acting both forrequested personsand governments. She is also an expert on Interpol Red Notices and has experience of handling international law and cross-border matters.

"Rachel is very tenacious and works extraordinarily hard."

Rebecca Hadgett is a very well-regarded junior with a growing extradition practice. She has experience of acting both for requested persons and judicial authorities, and many cases arise from such issues as fraud and money laundering.

"Rebecca combines a charming manner with a steely determination and quick intellect. She is an absolute class act who can handle cases with impressive aplomb."