Kate Gallafent KC

Kate Gallafent KC represents government departments, regulators and other public bodies in a range of high-profile public law matters. Her notably broad expertise includes a particular emphasis on data protection and human rights issues. She routinely appears in proceedings before the High Court and Court of Appeal.

Kate Gallafent KC is singled out for her exemplary skills as an advocate in matters involving betting claims and disciplinary hearings. She is experienced in a broad range of sports, including football, rugby, horse racing and athletics. She is particularly knowledgeable on safeguarding in sport.

Kate Gallafent KC is a highly regarded civil liberties silk, specialising in gender rights and human trafficking, as well as the scope of Article 8 ECHR and the right to privacy, among other human rights issues. She frequently appears on behalf of defendants, and has experience before the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court.

Kate Gallafent KC is well placed to advise a range of clients on the Data Protection and Freedom of Information Acts and breaches thereof.

Kate Gallafent KC manages a busy employment law caseload including claims relating to discrimination and unfair dismissal. She is noted for her expertise in cases which require crossover knowledge of civil liberties and human rights.

Kate Gallafent KC is an accomplished silk with vast experience in the sporting, telecommunications and healthcare sectors. She routinely represents professional regulatory bodies and also acts on behalf of individuals and businesses operating in regulated industries.