KBW
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‘An impressive set with a plethora of solid barristers’, KBW lead on prominent police and employment law disciplinary matters, as well as on civil claims and coroner’s inquiries. ’A measured, fair, extremely capable and very persuasive advocate’, Ian Mullarkey is a field leader in police misconduct proceedings, with recent experience representing regional police bodies in cases concerning officers accused of excessive use of force and sexual misconduct. The ‘outstanding’ Olivia Checha-Dover and the ’very helpful and quick to respond’ Adam Keenaghan have provided counsel for the police in contentious and complex dismissal cases gross misconduct proceedings, and Checha-Dover has particular expertise in judicial reviews. The highly experienced Simon Mallett leads on the disciplinary elements of police tribunals as well as sensitive discrimination cases.
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- 'Lee Baines is brilliant. He is quick to respond and provides a friendly service. When there are clashes, he is able to provide alternative counsel immediately and does so expeditiously.'
- 'An impressive set with a plethora of solid barristers in this area.'
Lawyers
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.
Ian Mullarkey
'Ian is a first-rate prosecutor. His attention to detail is impressive, as is his unshakeable resolve.'
Oliver Thorne
Olivia Checa-Dover
‘Olivia is an extremely capable, powerful and persuasive advocate. Her cross examinations in particular are always razor-sharp and go straight to the real issues in every case.’
Adam Keenaghan
‘Adam provides a friendly and approachable service. He responds in a timely manner, thoroughly and his advice is always understandable, which is important when then relaying this to the lay client.’