International human rights and criminal law

9BR Chambers

9BR Chambers is praised as ‘a set with a formidable reputation across the spectrum of criminal law’ with the members of the set handling high-profile conflict and humanitarian crisis cases before the ICC, ECHR and international tribunals. Leading Gillian Higgins, Steven Kay KC represents the government of South Sudan against ongoing claims of war crimes and crimes against humanity before the ICC. Joshua Kern represented the International Association of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists in the ICJ advisory opinion on The Legal Consequences arising from the Policies and Practices of Israel in the Occupied Palestinian Territory.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

'9BR is a reputable set with a strong reputation for international criminal law.'
'Interactions have always been positive and timely.'
'Market leaders in international criminal law, international humanitarian law with first class results and service to states, corporations, international institutions and individuals. They cover trial and pre-trial situations involving crimes of universal jurisdiction and provide strategic advice in situations that are developing into international crises.'
'Very strong set that brings together a wealth of experience in knowledge. Not afraid to take on difficult challenges and win.'
'9 Bedford Row is a set with a formidable reputation across the spectrum of criminal law. It has a solid cast of juniors.'

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.

Steven Kay KC

9BR Chambers

‘Steven is particularly good at seeing the big strategic picture. He is very collaborative, and he uses his court-honed advocacy skills to present complicated issues very clearly and succinctly.’

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.

Sarah Bafadhel

9BR Chambers

Gillian Higgins

9BR Chambers

‘Gill is quite simply one of the foremost minds in international law, current and emerging, with an unrivalled experience in the trenches. Her advocacy is concise, informed and uncompromising, a position she can hold because of her prominence in her field.’

Joshua Kern

9BR Chambers

‘Josh is a skilled advocate with an impressive breadth of knowledge in international criminal law and human rights. He is experienced both in the UK and international courts. His methodical, incisive, and highly strategic approach to the presentation of cases is highly engaging. His oral advocacy skills are matched by his rigorous and intelligent written work.’