Defending rights, challenging power, and shaping legal standards.

Sultana Tafadar KC is a leading barrister in public law and civil liberties, with a distinguished practice that spans national and international courts. Her work focuses on safeguarding fundamental rights, holding authorities accountable, and ensuring that legal processes uphold justice and equity.

Key Areas of Expertise:

National Security & Civil Liberties:

Sultana has represented clients in cases involving Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures (TPIMs), challenging their imposition and advocating for due process. Notably, in SSHD v KG (2020–21), she addressed the complexities of national security measures and their impact on individual freedoms.

Parole and Detention Reviews:

She has successfully challenged parole decisions, emphasizing procedural fairness and the rights of detainees. In Uddin [2021] PBRA 58, her advocacy led to the reconsideration of a parole decision due to procedural irregularities.

Freedom of Expression & Association:

Sultana has defended individuals accused of offenses related to expression and association, arguing for the protection of these rights under the European Convention on Human Rights. In R v Choudhary & Rahman [2017] EWCA Crim 1606, she addressed the balance between national security and freedom of expression.

Inquests & Public Inquiries:

She has participated in high-profile inquests, such as the London Bridge attack inquest, representing the ex-wife of one of the attackers, ensuring that the proceedings considered the broader implications on civil liberties.

Prevent Strategy & Discrimination Claims:

Sultana has advised on cases where counter-terrorism measures intersect with potential discrimination, scrutinizing the application of the Prevent strategy and its effects on communities.

Sultana’s approach combines rigorous legal analysis with a commitment to human rights, making her a formidable advocate in the realm of public law and civil liberties.