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Deighton Pierce Glynn is well-regarded for its work in international human rights law, including litigation in supra-national courts, efforts to aid individuals left behind in Afghanistan with evacuation to the UK, and advice on the use of corporate governance tools, such as OECD complaints, to address human rights abuses linked to corporate activity abroad. Team lead Jo Eggleton is known for her work challenging police misconduct, particularly where racial discrimination is involved. Jane Deighton contributes significantly to this area through her representation of victims of racially motivated policing practices. Polly Glynn focuses on public law matters, including challenges to inadequate accommodation and support for Afghans under ‘Operation Warm Welcome’, while Sue Willman specialises in work relating to allegations of torture. Sasha Rozansky stands out in the area of migrant rights, successfully challenging Home Office policies. Gus Silverman leads the police accountability team in Bristol and brings extensive experience to the firm’s civil liberties practice.
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- 'Exceptional knowledge, commitment, and care with their clients and charity partners. DPG goes over and beyond. They are able and willing to take on tough cases and issues that need a change in the law so as to protect vulnerable people. I cannot rate them highly enough.'
- 'I work mostly with Polly Glynn and Megan Smith. Both are exceptional in terms of knowledge, commitment, and care with clients and important issues.'
Work highlights
Advised in AAA (& 21 others) v Home Office, a multi-party damages claim against the Home Office on behalf of 22 asylum seekers arising from their unlawful detention at the controversial Manston Short-Term Holding Facility in Autumn 2022.