Timothy Straker KC

UK Bar

Timothy Straker KC is a versatile public lawsilk withstrong courtroom skills and experience. He routinely advises on issues relating to complex referenda andEuropean andParliamentary elections and represents both local authorities (acting for returning officers) and the Electoral Commission. Over the past quarter of a century he has appeared in many of the leading election law cases, some of which have established legal principles such as the extent of the duty the returning officer owes to a candidate.

"Timothy Straker has an encyclopaedic knowledge of election rules. He is one of the leading authorities in the world."

"Tim Straker is the main man and a total guru for returning officers in this field."

"Timothy Straker is an unparalleled leader in the election law field."

"Timothy Straker is the one to call on in case of an emergency or a really big election issue. He is Mr Knowledgeable."

Timothy Straker KC is a seasoned practitioner in the field of public sector law, routinely appearing in complex, high-profile local authority disputes. He acts for London-based public authorities involved in major infrastructure and development projects, such as the construction of cycle superhighways.

"Tim is a very good barrister and very responsive."

Timothy Straker KC of 4-5 Gray's Inn Square has a history of acting for London authorities on large-scale projects in both public law and planning contexts. He has promoted major infrastructure projects and acted in regeneration schemes for public and private clients. He also has related experience with environmental impact assessment. He undertakes work springing from sensitive residential development issues, including London basements.

"Tim is a recognised leading expert. He is someone to call for sensible and sage advice on sensitive issues."

"Tim has a lot of gravitas and has a great reputation."