Matrix is ranked joint 2nd Leading set in Administrative & Public law: 'Unsurprisingly, given its wonderful reputation for human rights and immigration law, a large majority of barristers at this prominent set practise administrative and public law. Amongst its "superb team," Nicholas Blake QC is highly praised for his "ability to bring out innovative legal arguments and argue fresh points of law." He is "simply first-class," proving especially proficient in immigration, asylum and European free movement law. Recently, he argued before the House of Lords in a case regarding the reach of EU law in outlawing discrimination against transsexuals. Also present on that team was Rabinder Singh QC, an expert on human rights, employment and EC law whose "mix of work makes him someone you'd single out." An advocate of "real star quality," he is a frequent presence in the Administrative Court and is involved with high-profile legal issues arising from the occupation of Iraq and the detention without trial of prisoners at Guantánamo Bay. "Outstanding" Ben Emmerson QC is commended for the breadth of his public law practice, particularly on human rights issues and criminal law. Market sources noted that "he's very good at everything he turns his hand to and can really push his arguments well." In 2004, he appeared in the House of Lords representing foreign terror suspects detained in British prisons without charge for nearly three years. Cherie Booth QC continues to attract plaudits for her public law work, advising both local authorities and public bodies as well as acting for individuals and organisations who wish to challenge their decisions. She appeared in Heath v Metropolitan Police Commissioner, a matter in which the Court of Appeal considered whether proceedings before a Police Disciplinary Board were judicial or quasi-judicial proceedings. Tim Owen QC is regarded as "one of the specialists at the Bar in prison law." His public law practice also draws in domestic and international human rights, criminal law and civil litigation involving abuse of power by public bodies. Possessor of a similarly broad practice, the "well-esteemed" David Wolfe covers areas ranging from the environment to prisons. Challenges to the decisions of government and regulators form the basis of his practice and he is praised as "very driven, determined to take cases forward and not concerned with the niceties of his position as a highly respected barrister." "Very thorough, very experienced and very knowledgeable," Helen Mountfield focuses primarily on public law, and particularly judicial review, but also has a substantial practice in employment law, election law and information law. She is praised as a good public law practitioner and "someone who understands policy issues as well as the law." Public law forms the principal part of Sam Grodzinski's practice, although he continues to work in broader commercial litigation and on tax matters. He acts for both central and local government clients and is building a strong claimant practice. He was widely cited as an effective advocate and someone who "is very good on his feet."' (Chambers & Partners - 2006) 

Matrix is ranked joint 2nd Leading Set: 'Given its strength in human rights and immigration, this set inevitably takes a significant role in public law.' (Chambers & Partners - 2005)