Blinne Ní Ghrálaigh KC

UK Bar

Blinne Ní Ghrálaigh KC has extensive expertise in protest law matters and is routinely involved in high-profile cases. Her broad practice encompasses both civil and criminal matters, and she is regularly instructed in judicial reviews, challenges to injunctions and criminal trials.

"Blinne is an outstanding lawyer."

Blinne Ní Ghrálaigh KC is a dedicated human rights barrister noted for her focus on national security, prohibition on torture and freedom of speech cases. She has recently been involved in several matters before the Belfast Court of Appeal pertaining to the retroactivity of the Human Rights Act 1998.

"Blinne is an incredibly thorough and fierce barrister."

"Blinne has been at the forefront of human right litigation."

Blinne Ní Ghrálaigh KC is a dedicated human rights barrister noted for her focus on national security, prohibition on torture and freedom of speech cases. She has recently been involved in several matters before the Belfast Court of Appeal pertaining to the retroactivity of the Human Rights Act 1998.

"Blinne is an incredibly thorough and fierce barrister."

"Blinne has been at the forefront of human right litigation."

Blinne Ní Ghrálaigh KC is a highly rated barrister who handles a substantial PIL workload. Experienced in acting before domestic and international courts and tribunals, she represents a range of clients from states to NGOs. She also has impressive academic credentials, and strong knowledge of the rules and procedures of the ICJ, ITLOS and UNCITRAL.

"Blinne is one of the best speakers that the ICJ has ever seen. She is able to give passionate pleadings without compromising her legal understanding. She is very impressive."

"Blinne does a superb job. She is flexible and approachable, and her detailed advice is of the highest quality."

"Blinne is simply superb. She's really calm and authoritative, bringing real feeling and emotion to the recent ICJ proceedings. She truly shined through."

"Her knowledge of Palestinians and international public law is incredibly in-depth. I do not think there's anybody who can reach her level of understanding."

Blinne Ní Ghrálaigh KC is a highly regarded claimant-side barrister who is experienced in public law claims against central government, the police and other organisations. She has a strong command of human rights law and is a superb resource for any case involving protest rights and restrictions. Recent highlights include cases arising from the Troubles in Northern Ireland, including before the Supreme Court.

"Blinne has a thorough understanding and grasp of legislation and the basis of a case. She is totally immersed in it."

"Blinne is very good on the overlap between crime and public law."

"Blinne is a wonderful advocate."

Blinne Ní Ghrálaigh KC is skilled in representing bereaved families and non-state participants in high-profile inquests and inquiries. Her recent highlights include several counsel roles in the Undercover Policing Inquiry.

"Blinne has a phenomenal grasp of human rights. She is a great drafter and she has a real forensic focus on detail."

"Blinne is an extraordinarily talented lawyer who is committed to her clients and throws her heart and soul at everything she does."