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Jennifer Robinson

Jennifer Robinson

Work Department

International Law & Arbitration Actions Against the Police and Public Authorities Media, Defamation and Freedom of Expression International Criminal Law International Human Rights Law International Media Defence Data Protection and Information Law

Position

Jen specialises in media law, public law and international law.

Jen has been instructed in domestic and international cases involving media law, public law and international law. She advises media organisations, journalists, whistle-blowers and high-profile individuals on all aspects of media law and reputation management. She has also been instructed in human rights related judicial review cases and has given expert evidence in Parliament and at the United Nations.

Career

Year of Call: 2016 (2006 - Supreme Court of NSW, Australia)

Jen advises individual and state clients on a wide range of international law issues, has appeared before the International Court of Justice and regularly engages with UN Special Mechanisms. Many of her cases and clients are high-profile and involve novel cross-jurisdictional and comparative law issues.

Jen can be instructed directly in suitable cases under the Bar’s Direct Access scheme and previously practised as a solicitor.

Languages

Malay Indonesian

Education

LLB (First Class Honours), Australian National University BA Asian Studies (Distinguished Scholar), Australian National University BCL (Distinction), Balliol College, Oxford MPhil in Public International Law, Balliol College, Oxford

Mentions

London Bar

International human rights and criminal law

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Jennifer Robinson – Doughty Street Chambers ‘Jennifer is renowned for her exceptional court advocacy and her ability to handle high-profile human rights matters with skill and finesse. With an impressive track record and extensive experience, Jennifer has established herself as a formidable presence in the courtroom, known for her persuasive arguments and ability to navigate complex legal challenges.’