We are delighted to announce Benjamin Seifert has joined 1 Crown Office Row, effective from 1st December 2023.

Benjamin was called in 2007 and is a specialist public law practitioner. He is also a highly regarded extradition barrister, and has extensive experience in representing individuals, UK and foreign governments and requesting judicial authorities in the European Union. He is frequently instructed by the Government in complex judicial reviews concerning immigration and prison law.

He also has a significant coronial and inquiry practice, with particular expertise in deaths in custody, and advice on unlawful detention, and national security. His background in criminal law assists him with inquest juries.

Read more about Benjamin’s practice and recent cases here.