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Jonathan Auburn KC

Jonathan Auburn KC

11KBW, London

Position

Barrister dealing with public law/judicial law, local government, community care, education law, mental health, mental capacity.

Career

Called 1999, Middle Temple; former judicial assistant to the Court of Appeal (England & Wales) and Judicial Assistant in the High Court of Australia. Former solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales; solicitor Freehill, Hollingdale & Page, (Australia). Publications: ‘White Book’ (part 31) ongoing; ‘Judicial Review Principles and Practice’ (OUP, 1st ed 2013, 2nd ed forthcoming 2025); contributor to ‘Phipson on Evidence’ (15th ed to current); ‘Halsbury’s Laws’, Local Government Volume; ‘Atkins Court Forms’ disclosure volume; contributor to ‘Freedom of Information’ (1st and 2nd ed).

Jonathan was previously on the Attorney General’s A-panel ​of advocates. He currently represents individuals, companies, central government departments, local government councils and agencies in complex and high profile judicial review and human rights cases.

Memberships

ALBA

Education

University of Western Australia (1993 LLB Hons); Oxford University (1995-98 BCL, D Phil) Commonwealth Scholar.

Mentions

London Bar

Administrative law and human rights

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Jonathan Auburn KC – 11KBW 'He brings cogent arguments and is very good at putting people at ease.'
London Bar

Court of Protection: health and welfare

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Jonathan Auburn KC – 11KBW
London Bar

Education

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Jonathan Auburn KC – 11KBW ‘Exceptional knowledge of the law, attention to detail and ability to process information under pressure. An exceptional advocate who gets results. Always approachable, making time to assist with urgent complex matters.’