Daniel Squires KC

UK Bar

Daniel Squires KC acts in domestic and international public law proceedings, often where there is a significant human rights overlap. He is particularly strong in cases arising in the context of national security and criminal justice. He is typically instructed by claimants and NGOs bringing challenges to legislation and public policy.

"Daniel is really intelligent and he boils a case down to what you can win."

"Daniel is a phenomenal barrister. He is clear-eyed, analytical and strategically focused on the goal of the litigation."

"The quality of his written work is fantastic."

Daniel Squires KC is a popular silk with a strong civil liberties and human rights practice, known for leading high-profile cases in the Supreme Court. He receives instructions from both claimants and respondents on matters covering a range of areas, including prison and police law, terrorism and discrimination.

"Dan is a consummate expert on national security matters, having been doing them for last 20 years. He is always extremely well prepared and impressive in Supreme Court cases."

"Daniel was forceful, clear and easy to follow."

"Dan is a thoughtful advocate who can really cope with the complexity of cases. He's got a lovely manner, which is a killer combination with his encyclopaedic knowledge of human rights law."

Daniel Squires KC is a prominent education silk and a member of the A Panel of the Equality and Human Rights Commission. He is highly commended for his knowledge of community care and employment law, and has appeared in several important education cases before the Court of Appeal, High Court and SENDIST. He acts for both claimants and defendants and is often instructed by universities and other educational institutions to handle complex work regarding breach of contract and educational negligence. He is also regularly called upon to advise on important topical socio-political matters and judicial reviews.

"Daniel Squires is measured and confident in his advocacy and brilliant in his ability to manage complex fact patterns and marshal them to his side."