Defending human freedoms
Paul Diamond is the leading barrister on the law of religious liberty; including matters of both ethical and social conscience. He has fought some of the most important and controversial cases in both the United Kingdom and Europe; from the House of Lords to the Courts of Strasbourg and Luxembourg.
He combines his considerable strength in the field of religious liberty with his knowledge of public and European law. Paul is a specialist in European Human Rights law, EU law and certain aspects of public law.
Paul’s analytical expertise of socio-legal developments in the United Kingdom and internationally, combined with his sense of humour and blunt eloquence make him an exceptionally dynamic speaker. His counsel and strategic insight is sought out by policy makers and religious leaders.
Paul Diamond is an independent practising barrister. He has served as Standing Counsel to the Christian Legal Centre, a sister organisation of Christian Concern as well as the Keep Sunday Special Campaign.
European Court, Strasbourg
Featured Cases
25th March 2019
Paul Diamond in the Grand Chamber of the Court of Justice of the European Union
Paul Diamond with Roger Kiska, solicitor appeared in the Grand Chamber of the European Union, Luxembourg on behalf of ‘One ... read more
22nd January 2019
Freedom of Speech in the United Kingdom
Mr. Richard Page was dismissed from the Judiciary for his public statement that a child needs a mother and a ... read more
2nd May 2018
Alfie Evans – parental rights
Paul Diamond represented the parents of Alfie Evans in an important case on the question of parental rights. With the ... read more