Extradition | UK Bar

3 Raymond Buildings is a set known for the consistent excellence of its members – with "a long-standing history of being involved in some of the most complex and high-profile extradition work" – and advising and acting for both requesting foreign governments and authorities, as well as requested individuals. Members regularly appear before the High Court, the Supreme Court and the ECHR. Barristers here are noted for their advice on mutual legal assistance, and regularly counsel the UK authorities. This year members of the set appeared in the case United States of America v Assange.

Doughty Street Chambers is recognised for its "very experienced and highly able barristers and impressive range of expertise." Its barristers are regularly involved in the most high-profile matters of the day and are noted for having developed extradition law itself through the bringing of test cases before the Supreme Court. Individuals here generally act for requested persons both in the UK and in international extradition courts and are known for the commitment and ingenuity they bring to all their cases. Members have represented several key individuals, including Julian Assange, and are particularly known for running important human rights arguments in high-profile cases.

Matrix Chambers is a true market leader when it comes to human rights issues and has a strong footprint in the extradition sector. It is particularly impressive in financial and corporate crime cases. Members at the set appear for both prosecuting authorities and defence solicitors in the most high-profile and complex cases at home and abroad, often acting on both sides. Examples of recent work include Popoviciu v Curtea de Apel Bucharest (Romania), which went up to the Supreme Court.

5 St Andrew's Hill has a significant reputation for handling extradition cases with "a number of very experienced extradition barristers who are able to bring that expertise to bear." Individuals at the set regularly write and lecture on the topic and are called upon by the national press for their views. They both prosecute and defend cases in concert with teams of UK and foreign extradition lawyers, and are experts in both the European Arrest Warrant regime and cases outside Europe. They have particular expertise in the removal of Interpol Red Notices and a long track record of running human rights arguments relating to prison conditions and political corruption. Recently, members have appeared on appeal in Balahan v Sweden, a case before the European Court of Human Rights concerning Article 3 rights.

6KBW College Hill is a set well versed in a vast array of extradition proceedings, including those held before the Supreme Court and the ECHR. Its clients include international governments, requested persons and judicial authorities. Members are noted for having particular experience in Russian, US and Indian cases. Recent work highlights include USA v Weinzierl, a case concerning an individual alleged to have committed money laundering.

9BR Chambers is a well-regarded set that represents individuals and requesting states alike in relation to extradition requests and Interpol Red Notices. Many members have significant experience with the CPS and have covered some high-profile matters concerning crime and high-value fraud. In addition to this, they are known for their impressive work around post-Brexit issues and the impact these have on European Arrest Warrants. Recent work highlights members have appeared in include a Supreme Court case, Bertino v Italy, regarding the interpretation of deliberate absence. Instructing solicitors frequently return to the set because "it houses some of the best members of the extradition Bar and is able to properly deal with any complex and sophisticated legal matters."

Furnival Chambers is noted for its involvement in significant extradition cases, and has members who routinely act for states and requested persons in Part 1 and Part 2 Extradition Act 2003 proceedings. Individuals here are also highly adept at advising on Interpol Red Notices.Members have recently been instructed in USA v Tahilramani in an extradition request regarding the "Hollywood Con Queen".

Temple Garden Chambers is a highly respected set, housing practitioners who routinely represent requested persons, judicial authorities and the National Crime Agency. Members handle cases relating to the rule of law, prison conditions, and human rights issues and have appeared in Adel Badie v Secretary of State for the Home Department – the first case concerning an order for extradition to Kuwait.