Anneka Jenns

Anneka Jenns is a public law barrister with a well-established practice in constitutional and administrative law. Prior to joining chambers, she worked as a Government lawyer, advising on the legality of departmental policy and decision-making, and overseeing legal challenges brought against government. This experience provides her with detailed insight into the operation of public bodies and the conduct of public sector litigation.

She has particular expertise in judicial review, equality law, civil liberties, and human rights. Anneka acts for both claimants and defendants across a broad range of public law matters, including social security, inquests and inquiries, Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND), housing, and prison law. She has had cases before the Upper Tribunal and the Court of Appeal.

Before coming to the Bar, Anneka advised individuals through the campaign group Liberty, and worked with local grassroots community organisations. She has worked on major public inquiries, including the Nottingham Inquiry legal team and the Manston Inquiry. In her inquest practice, she has particular experience representing bereaved families in death in custody cases.

Anneka originally trained in criminal law and developed strong advocacy skills through regular Crown Court appearances. She previously maintained a specialist defence practice in environmental protest cases and continues to advise in matters involving animal welfare and environmental law, including challenges brought by campaign and interest groups.

Her broad courtroom experience has equipped her with strong advocacy skills, a commanding presence in court, and a confident approach to witnesses and tribunals in complex, high-pressure proceedings

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