ITN Solicitors specialises in complex human rights litigation, with expertise spanning the right to protest issues, judicial reviews, inquests, and prison law matters. The practice is led by William Kenyon, who has particular expertise in detention-related cases. He is supported by Kate Hallam, who focuses primarily on actions against the police and defending the right to protest, and Johanna McDavitt, who is noted for her work challenging the lawfulness of police conduct during arrests and investigations.
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Testimonials
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- 'William Kenyon is a star - he fights with tenacity to resolve claims in his client's favour.'
- 'An outstanding team with a strong commitment to protest law. It has a niche expertise in the intersection of terrorism cases and free speech.'
- 'Committed, knowledgeable and constructive. Johanna McDavitt uses her commercial background to excellent effect in identifying and chasing down points. Excellent strategic awareness and a pleasure to work with.'
- 'Kate Hallam is truly remarkable, her legal knowledge is fantastic, and she is calm and patient.'
- 'From the moment I called them, they have been truly fantastic and have taken the whole burden of this case off me. All the people whom I have dealt with in ITN Solicitors have been more than helpful, and I do recommend ITN to friends if they need a solicitor.'
- 'Kate Hallam is quite a unique person, she has a good mix of knowledge and brilliant people skills. She has the ability to judge how well you understand the situation and adjust how she explains things accordingly.'
Key clients
- King & King
Work highlights
Advised QX in High Court proceedings challenging the obligations imposed under his Temporary Exclusion Order, arguing a breach of Article 8 ECHR rights, following a landmark Supreme Court ruling affirming his right to further disclosure under AF (No.3).
Advised multiple XR activists in claims alleging unlawful arrest during major XR protests.
Advised the App Drivers and Couriers Union (ADCU) in its intervention before the Supreme Court, in a landmark appeal concerning the regulatory framework for the private hire industry, with significant implications for members’ employment rights and passenger safety.
Practice head
William Kenyon
Other key lawyers
Kate Hallam; Johanna McDavitt