Irwin Mitchell is regularly instructed by a diverse range of individuals and organisations, including large campaign groups, in complex and high-profile judicial reviews challenging local authority policies and decisions, human rights abuses by public bodies, and wider public interest cases. Practice head Yogi Amin is well known for handling high-profile cases and strategic litigation, including policy challenges in a broad range of key sectors. Oliver Studdert is highly skilled representing children bringing judicial review proceedings under the Children Act 1989, while Rebecca Chapman’s practice focuses on community care and Court of Protection work. Associate Oliver Carter is developing a strong reputation, especially regarding cases against government departments, local authorities and NHS bodies.

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‘Oliver Carter looks like a public law star of the future. Bright, knowledgable and committed to his clients.’
‘They are the big player on the scene in this area. They are good at what they do, and their associates know their stuff.’
‘Irwin Mitchell's public law team has exceptional individuals at all levels of seniority. They excel in complex claims and work collaboratively and creatively to achieve excellent outcomes for their clients.’
‘Oliver Studdert is an exceptionally sharp lawyer with a wealth of experience in public law claims. He is creative and thoughtful in case preparation and exudes a calm confidence in his work.’
‘Oliver Carter is an excellent practitioner with a developing public law practice.’
‘The team's commitment to obtaining the best result for their client is second to none. This includes the time and effort of carrying out FOI requests and data collection exercises in difficult challenges. They offer high quality services in pro bono cases.’
‘Very strong ethical practice, thorough and good access to barristers.’
‘My experience with Irwin Mitchell was 100% positive. Rebecca Chapman always listened to my concerns and responded appropriately. She always had genuine empathy with how I was feeling and dealt with everything I asked her to and more.’