Immigration

Richard Drabble KC is a seasoned public law silk with extensive experience in immigration matters including complex asylum and deportation matters relating to foreign criminals and their families. He has on numerous occasions represented claimants in high-profile litigation before the Supreme Court and the Privy Council.

"He's an encyclopedia. He can think laterally and apply novel arguments."

Julia Smyth is an expert in public law and immigration matters relating to EU law who regularly appears in the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court. Having previously worked within the Government Legal Department, she brings a unique degree of experience to her representation of the Home Secretary in a variety of cases.

"She is extremely knowledgeable."

"Julia Smyth was excellent, I will certainly instruct her again."

David Blundell KC is well respected by peers and clients alike. He regularly appears in sophisticated immigration matters at the Supreme Court and Court of Appeal. He demonstrates notable skill in asylum and deportation cases, and has superb expertise in EU-related matters.

"He has a very good manner in court and makes his arguments easy to understand."

"David is absolutely top rate."

Samantha Broadfoot KC is an impressive silk with a significant practice acting for both individuals and the Secretary of State in immigration appeals and judicial review. She offers considerable expertise in EU law and frequently appears in the Upper Tribunal, High Court and Court of Appeal.

"She is a very strong advocate who has a huge presence in court."

Alex Goodman KC acts for claimants, appearing in courts at all levels, including the immigration tribunal, the Supreme Court and the ECtHR. Peers acknowledge his depth of expertise, particularly highlighting his aptitude in matters concerning deportation and detention. He is well versed in the cases relating to the Dublin III Regulation.

"Alex is a very good advocate. He produces excellent work and has a very good eye for how to win a case."

"Alex is very diligent and very caring about clients."

"Alex is extremely effective."

Galina Ward KC has a broad public law practice and strong knowledge of asylum, trafficking and unlawful detention matters. She specialises in the representation of migrants and families who are subject to immigration control, regularly appearing in the First-tier and Upper Tribunals as well as the Court of Appeal.

"She is very approachable, very decisive and very focused. There is never anything superfluous in her pleadings. She is very intelligent and gets to the core of a subject very quickly."

Miranda Butler is a reputable public law expert with particular strength in immigration law. She is often instructed in matters related to unlawful detention and trafficking. She is sought after for her experience in judicial reviews.

"Miranda gives so much to her clients and gets really good results."

"Miranda is good at explaining to clients why we are taking the strategy that we are."

"Miranda keeps clear communication and has an eye for the client's best interest."

"Miranda has an expert knowledge of this area of law, and she has become one of my go-to barristers for extremely complex cases with extremely vulnerable clients."

"Miranda is both incredibly intelligent and has outstanding client care."

Tim Buley KC is a popular silk who is highly regarded for his public law knowledge and immigration expertise. He routinely acts for claimants in deportation, detention and nationality law matters before forums such as the Court of Appeal and the SIAC.

"Tim's advice is always insightful, his legal submissions are persuasive and punchy, and he is also a pleasure to work with. He takes a collegiate and respectful approach to his work with solicitors."

Hafsah Masood acts both for and against the state in a variety of judicial reviews. Her practice includes work on immigration and asylum, and she is notably active in cases relating to the relocation of Afghan nationals to the UK.

"She is very calm in court."