Members of Temple Garden Chambers are active across a full spectrum of extradition work, representing requested persons, the Secretary of State and foreign governments and judicial authorities in a range of significant matters. Saoirse Townshend and Kathryn Howarth appeared for separate requested persons in a multi-handed extradition appeal and judicial review concerning high-profile requests from Albania arising out of allegations of gang-related murder. Rodney Dixon KC remains a notable figure within the team.
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- A great set for extradition practitioners, with lots of choices of top people and a great clerks' room.
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Leading Silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
Leading Juniors
Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
Kathryn Howarth
Kathryn has proven to be a real fighter in our case. We have taken a case through the Magistrates' Court, the High Court, and now the Supreme Court. She has proven to be a real tower of strength and knowledge during the various stages.
Saoirse Townshend
Saoirse Townshend is a thoughtful lawyer and a brilliant advocate. She is wonderful with clients and is destined to go far.
Émilie Pottle
Emilie Pottle is one of my favorite counsels. A truly brilliant mind and a warm character, combined with compelling advocacy. Excellent.
Myles Grandison
Myles is very knowledgeable about extradition law and practice. He writes well, and he has a persuasive advocacy style. He is focused, measured, and articulate.