Police Law: Mainly Claimant
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The department includes one of the founding lawyers of this area of law, Jane Deighton, and has an outstanding reputation for its tenacious representation of clients subjected to police abuses of civil rights and civil liberties. It is also known for its pioneering use of discrimination law to challenge police wrongdoing. This includes cases involving black victims of discriminatory treatment at the hands of the police and cases involving women failed by the police in relation to domestic and sexual violence, for which Sarah Ricca is particularly well known.
The department has been involved in some of the key cases concerning the nature and extent of the police’s protective and investigative duties under the Human Rights Act, including DSD v Commissioner of the Police, Sarjantson v Humberside police , R (AP) v Worcestershire Coroner and more recently Joseph v Metropolitan Police and Seddon v Thames Valley Police.
It is further known for challenging police civil rights abuses in relation to protestors, football fans, and migrants, including victims of trafficking. Key referrers include women’s organisations, migrant support groups, campaigning organisations and protest groups.
Chambers Review
Deighton Pierce Glynn has an accomplished police actions team with a strong reputation for championing women's rights and acting for claimants facing discrimination. It regularly acts in cases relating to gendered forms of violence, such as domestic abuse. The firm also advises on cases of deaths following police contact.
Work Highlights
- Deighton Pierce Glynn challenged the IOPC investigation following the deliberate use of force by armed officers that left the client’s son with a permanent, incapacitating brain injury. It was argued that the investigation breached the procedural duties under Articles 2 and 3 of the ECHR.
Strengths
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"If someone asked me to recommend a firm for police or human rights issues, Deighton Pierce Glynn would be my recommendation."
"Deighton Pierce Glynn are not afraid to take on difficult cases."
"DPG's sense of commitment makes the firm prominent in the field. They provide support for those going through complex civil and inquest claims, doing so in an efficient and effective manner."
"If someone asked me to recommend a firm for police or human rights issues, Deighton Pierce Glynn would be my recommendation."
"Deighton Pierce Glynn are not afraid to take on difficult cases."
"DPG's sense of commitment makes the firm prominent in the field. They provide support for those going through complex civil and inquest claims, doing so in an efficient and effective manner."
Notable Practitioners
Jane Deighton is a senior consultant at Deighton Pierce Glynn. She has a superlative reputation in this area and continues to be lauded for her work in the Undercover Policing Inquiry.
"Jane is a legend in police law. I just don't know anyone who fights this hard in any place of law and goes above and beyond so clients' needs are catered for."
Sarah Ricca has a wealth of experience advising on actions against the police. She assists bereaved families with claims relating to deaths caused by police restraint. Ricca also has a strong reputation for handling matters concerning violence against women and failures by the police to investigate.
"Sarah is a very seasoned police law practitioner who is absolutely committed to her clients."
"Sarah is really creative in the way she approaches challenges."
"Sarah is one of the best partners in police and inquest law. She has particular expertise in domestic homicides, knowing this area of law better than anyone."
"She has this ability to spot issues that no one else sees, but once she points them out, it seems that they are hiding in plain sight."
Bharine Kalsi specialises in actions against the police in a range of cases stemming from deaths in custody, failures to investigate and violations of powers. She stands out for her impressive work around failure to protect victims of domestic homicides.
"Bharine is a very experienced and knowledgeable solicitor. She has a diverse practice and takes on a range of different cases with success."
"Bharine is extremely thorough and conscious. She is thoughtful and tactical, thinks through the detail and puts in the hard work to get the results. Any client is in safe hands with Bharine."
Gus Silverman has a broad police law practice with notable experience acting in civil claims against the police and public authorities. He advises claimants on matters relating to failure to investigate, assault and breaches of the Data Protection Act.
"Gus has a really positive reputation for being a fierce fighter for his clients. He is incredibly responsive and collaborative. He is creative in pushing boundaries of what existing law is."
"Gus is totally unflappable. He doesn't get moved out of place by anything."
"Gus is sharp and strategic. He is brilliant with clients."
Jo Eggleton acts for claimants in a variety of police law matters. She offers experience in malicious prosecution, false imprisonment and discrimination claims.
"Jo is very professional and knowledgeable. She is easy to work with."
"Jo brings fresh energy to each and every case, having a sense of commitment to her work."
"Jo has brilliant relationships with her clients. She is quietly sharp, on top of the law, and very much on top of her game."
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