Civil Liberties & Human Rights: Prison Law

Raju Bhatt maintains a stellar reputation for his broad and varied human rights practice. He is particularly highly regarded for his handling of matters involving police law and the treatment of those held in prison.

Skilled in public and human rights law, Hamish Arnott frequently handles cases touching on the treatment of prisoners, including those held in immigration detention.

Mark Scott is renowned for his ability to bring complaints against state bodies, particularly those concerning detention and death in custody cases.

"He is one of the top human rights solicitors in the country."

"Mark is extraordinary – he is a vigorous and committed individual. He is outstanding in the legal profession."

Shamik Dutta brings a wealth of experience to his human rights practice, which frequently involves bringing a range of claims against the Home Office and police. He is also highly regarded for privacy work.

"He is excellent."

"Shamik is probably the most dependable person anyone involved in a big inquiry would want to go to."

Simon Creighton is renowned for his prison law expertise, as well as being skilled in matters concerning the conduct of the police.

"He has an excellent strategic view across all of the law. He is just excellent."

Charlotte Haworth Hird maintains a respected practice which includes bringing claims alleging various ECHR violations. She also regularly represents bereaved families who have suffered as a result of Article 2 breaches at inquests.

"Charlotte has huge expertise in how mental health trusts and providers look after mental health patients and how things can go wrong. She is a real force in the field."

"She is a real leader and expert in the field of inquest practitioners."

"She is a brilliant technical lawyer and incredibly careful about how she frames her claims. She is a very intelligent practitioner."

Jane Ryan is a skilled human rights practitioner who frequently acts for prisoners and immigration detainees. She also recently acted on behalf of transgender individuals bringing claims against the police and prisons.

Janet Farrell has a respected practice focused on a wide range of challenges to immigration detention. She also offers expertise in matters involving access to healthcare and the imposition of curfews, and has a strong presence in the law surrounding women's rights.

"Janet has an excellent practice, pursuing civil liberties on behalf of migrants."

"She is really good."

Jessie Brennan is an associate noted for her representation of vulnerable claimants. She often undertakes claims against government bodies and local authorities.

"Jessie is very good; her work is of a very high quality."

"Jessie is able to process vast volumes of information in complex cases while bringing laser focus to what will be in the client's best interests."