Chambers of James Lewis KC & Hugo Keith KC
Remaining a pre-eminent set in the extradition space, Three Raymond Buildings regularly advises and represents requesting judicial authorities, foreign governments, and requested individuals. Helen Malcolm KC is acting for the CPS on behalf of the government of Azerbaijan in high-profile extradition proceedings concerning Zamira Hajiyeva, wife of the former chairman of the International Bank of Azerbaijan and subject of the UK's first Unexplained Wealth Order. Rachel Barnes KC was instructed by the Kuwaiti government in Kuwait v Badie, a case concerning the first proposed extradition under UK-Kuwait treaty, raising questions about human rights standards in that jurisdiction, while Rachel Scott was led by James Lewis KC as junior counsel for the Government of Trinidad and Tobago in the Privy Council appeal of former FIFA president Jack Warner against the order for his extradition to the USA on corruption charges.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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- 'Dean Brown is a very astute clerk who manages his team of very talented barristers with some considerable style.'
- 'Dean Brown is one of the finest criminal clerks in the country.'
- '3 Raymond Buildings are (rightly) regarded as a top ranking set for crime, extradition and police regulatory matters. They are the traditional powerhouses in criminal and quasi-criminal law.'
- 'Probably the best criminal set of barristers in the country. Some stunningly good barristers at all levels.'
- 'The best extradition set in the country.'
- 'Very strong at the senior end for extradition.'
- 'Very well organised, efficient and provide a great service.'
Silks
Leading Silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
1Hall of fameChambers of James Lewis KC & Hugo Keith KC
‘Hugo has dealt with many of the seminal extradition cases and has a length of experience that is very hard to match.‘
1Hall of fameChambers of James Lewis KC & Hugo Keith KC
‘A brilliant courtroom operator. Her written work is exceptional, and her courtroom presence is awesome.‘
32022 Silks
Chambers of James Lewis KC & Hugo Keith KC
‘Rachel may be a junior silk, but underestimate her at your peril. Behind the effortless front lie hours of diligent legwork, meaning that she knows the case better than those around her.’
Juniors
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.
1Chambers of James Lewis KC & Hugo Keith KC
‘Very strong prosecutor, always thoroughly prepared, and an excellent, robust advocate.’
Chambers of James Lewis KC & Hugo Keith KC
'Reka is incredibly bright, charismatic and hard-working. Her written advocacy is very strong.'
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.
1Chambers of James Lewis KC & Hugo Keith KC
‘Very strong prosecutor, always thoroughly prepared, and an excellent, robust advocate.’
Chambers of James Lewis KC & Hugo Keith KC
'Reka is incredibly bright, charismatic and hard-working. Her written advocacy is very strong.'