Our actions against police and public authorities litigation (APPAL) team merged with the new civil liberties unit at Stephensons in 2011 and is part of a department which is nationally recognised as leaders in the field of human rights. To speak to a member of the team contact us on 0845 144 1441.
The team undertake public law challenges on issues concerning human rights and decisions by public authorities. Our solicitors regularly advise on Judicial Review applications to the High Court and also advise on damages claims against public authorities
Areas of specialism
- Police complaints & civil actions against the police, including:
- False imprisonment
- Assault & battery
- Discrimination
- Trespass
- Human Rights breaches
Actions against public authorities, including
- Human Rights Act Claims
- Data Protection Act Claims
- Discrimination & Equality Act issues
- Complaints resolution
- Ombudsman advice
- Criminal Records Bureau dispute resolution & advice
We are active members of key associations including: Northern Administrative Lawyers Association and INQUEST Lawyers Group.
