Shaheen Rahman KC

UK Bar

Shaheen Rahman KC is a highly recommended civil liberties and human rights silk who is noted for her innovative approach. Her practice includes instructions in high-profile judicial reviews and civil claims related to healthcare. She is also highly thought of for her work as a Special Advocate, where she has acted in TPIM, naturalisation and removal of passport cases.

"Shaheen is thoughtful in her advice as a Special Advocate."

"Shaheen is an exceptional leader. She is very persuasive with a clear delivery and is not afraid to put the work in."

"She is very good at thinking of and addressing any factual issues, and her tenacity makes her very good in court. Without riling them, she won't be cowed by a judge."

Shaheen Rahman KC is highly praised for her skill as a special advocate, particularly when acting in the interests of claimants in national security cases involving allegations of unlawful detention, torture or rendition. Her wider public law practice includes bringing and defending a broad range of judicial review challenges.

"Shaheen Rahman KC is so good with clients."

"Shaheen is really good on the detail. She has really good knowledge of public law and judicial review principles generally but also specifically how they interact with human right laws."

Shaheen Rahman KC is renowned in the market for her ability to provide counsel on complex brain injury cases. She demonstrates particular strength in handling missed diagnosis cases as well as consent-related matters. She routinely represents both claimants and defendants.

"She is excellent at round table meetings and in negotiation."

Shaheen Rahman KC draws high praise for her assured advocacy when acting for the bereaved, or as counsel to the inquest. Her work in this field focuses on deaths in medical settings.

"Shaheen has a very assured touch. She helps to cope with the sense of the strategy while having a tremendous legal mind."