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Florence Iveson
Position
Florence Iveson is an experienced and trusted extradition specialist who appears regularly in high profile and complex matters, and is currently acting for Julian Assange. Florence has particular expertise in part 2 cases, including those involving India, Brazil, the USA, Macedonia, Moldova and Albania. More broadly, Florence is adept at identifying new points of law, using both technical and human rights arguments, and has been involved in many of the ‘lead’ extradition appeals in recent years. Florence also has substantial experience in cases involving Article 3 and prison conditions, across many jurisdictions.
Lawyer Rankings
London Bar > Extradition
(Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 1Florence Iveson – Matrix Chambers ‘She is extremely well-organised, wise and good in her tactical decisions. She has a wide command of extradition law and writes very well.’
Frequently sought out by a variety of high-profile clients for advice on extradition risks, Matrix Chambers is particularly well-known for expertise in handling matters related to allegations of financial crime and corruption. Alex Bailin KC is a notable name for extradition requests in the context of business crime allegations and human rights issues, his recent workload includes the representation of the former CEO of Autonomy in USA v Michael Lynch (Autonomy), proceedings related to the $11bn takeover of Autonomy; Lynch was extradited, but acquitted at trial in the US. Mark Summers KC appeared as opposing counsel in those proceedings, and also led Florence Iveson for Julian Assange in proceedings relating to his extradition, prior to a plea deal which saw him avoid a custodial sentence in the US.