British international lawyer
Toby Cadman is a British international human rights lawyer , co-founder, and joint head of Guernica 37 Chambers , a London-based law firm specializing in international criminal and humanitarian law .[ 2] [ 3] war crimes , genocide , terrorism , and corruption .[ 4]
Early life and education
Toby Cadman was born in February 1971 in the United Kingdom . He attended University of Northampton , where he earned his Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree and later attended for a Master's in Public International Law .[ 5]
Cadman later pursued further professional training and education, which included completing the Bar Vocational Course at the BPP Law School , which allowed him to specialize in areas of law that would serve his international human rights and criminal law practice.[ 6]
Career
Cadman started his legal career in the United Kingdom, where he first practiced as a barrister . He later co-founded G37 Chambers in London , specializing in international criminal law, human rights law, and extradition.[ 7]
Cadman has worked on several high-profile cases, including representing in the defense of Haxhi Shala at the Kosovo Specialist Chambers , which investigates crimes committed during and after the Kosovo War .[ 8]
Cadman has also been involved in investigations into crimes related to the Saudi-led coalition's actions in Yemen and represented individuals in extradition proceedings and anti-corruption cases.[ 9]
He's currently serving as the Special Advisor to the Chief Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal of Bangladesh ,[ 10] [ 11] [ 12] Bangladesh Liberation War .[ 13] [ 14]
Cases
Toby Cadman has been involved in several international humanitarian cases as an investigator. Namely:
Kosovo Specialist Chambers; The Prosecutor v. Haxhi Shala : Cadman served as lead counsel for Haxhi Shala, who faced accusations related to obstructing justice during the Kosovo War .[ 15] war crimes committed by various actors during the conflict .[ 16] International Crimes Tribunal, Bangladesh : Cadman served is currently serving as the Special Advisor to the Chief Prosecutor in this tribunal, which focused on crimes committed during the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971 .[ 17] Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of crimes against humanity and massacre committed during the Student–People's uprising in August 2024.[ 18] ICC Investigation into the Saudi-led Coalition's Actions in Yemen : Cadman led efforts to investigate violations of international law during the Yemen Civil War , particularly regarding the actions of the Saudi-led coalition .[ 19] Article 15 Communication with the International Criminal Court (ICC) to open an investigation into war crimes.[ 20] Extradition of Andrei Lugovoi : Cadman represented the Russian former Federal Security Service officer Andrei Lugovoi , who was accused in the 2006 Alexander Litvinenko poisoning case in London . Cadman advised on extradition procedures related to the case.[ 21] Universal Jurisdiction Actions Against Bashar al-Assad for Crimes Against Humanity : Cadman has also worked on multiple investigations targeting the Syrian government under Bashar al-Assad for its role in alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity during the Syrian Civil War .[ 22] Rohingya Genocide Case : Cadman has been involved in the Rohingya Genocide legal proceedings, contributing to international efforts to hold Myanmar accountable for crimes committed against the Rohingya Muslim minority. This includes the International Court of Justice (ICJ) case The Gambia v. Myanmar The Gambia .[ 23] Bosnian War Crimes Cases : Toby Cadman worked on numerous cases relating to war crimes , rape and ethnic cleansing committed during the Bosnian War (1992–1995) .[ 5] Human Rights Chamber for Bosnia and Herzegovina in Sarajevo , assisting in the legal efforts.Prosecutor v. Laurent Gbagbo (ICC) : Cadman has worked on matters before the International Criminal Court (ICC), specifically on the case against Laurent Gbagbo , the former President of Côte d'Ivoire , accused of crimes against humanity during post-election violence in 2010-2011 .[ 24]
Academic contributions
Toby Cadman has made several academic contributions to the fields of international criminal law, human rights law, and transitional justice. His work includes published articles, lectures, and participation in academic and professional forums. Below are some notable highlights of his academic contributions:
Recognition
Cadman had been recognized and listed as a leading barrister in Public International Law at the The Legal 500 Chambers and Partners [ 4] [ 3] Global Human Rights Defender Award by Guernica 37 International Justice Chambers and the UK Bar Council Certificate of Merit, which recognised him for his contribution to the international criminal law .[ 2] BBC , Aljazeera , Middle East Eye , The Guardian and The New York Times .[ 25] [ 26] [ 27]
Personal life
Cadman is an enthusiast of martial arts, particularly Shaolin Kung Fu .[ 28]
References
^ "Toby Cadman appointed ICT Special Prosecutor Adviser" . Dhaka Tribune . Retrieved 9 January 2025 .^ a b "Barristers' Chambers in London, UK; Toby Cadman" . G37chambers . Archived from the original on 20 December 2024. Retrieved 7 January 2025 .^ a b "Toby Cadman; UK Bar Guide 2025; Spotlight : Crime: International Criminal" . Chambers and Partners . Retrieved 7 January 2025 .^ a b "Toby Cadman; Guernica 37 Chambers, London" . The Legal 500 . Retrieved 7 January 2025 .^ a b "The University of Northampton graduate who is trying to bring Assad to book for crimes against humanity" . University of Northampton . Retrieved 10 January 2025 .^ "The Hague suspends the investigations against Driton Lajçi, lawyer Cadman: This is the first victory in the Special Court" . Telegrafi . 26 July 2023.^ "Internationally reputed human rights lawyer meets Chief Adviser" . Dhaka Tribune . Retrieved 9 January 2025 .^ "Odbrana kaže da Haradinaj ne bi teravolo da bude práznám na časovanu kazuna" . KosovaPress.com . Retrieved 9 January 2025 .^ "An introduction to the UBA's International Participants: Toby Cadman" . Асоціація правників України . Retrieved 9 January 2025 .^ "ICT: Toby Cadman made special adviser to chief prosecutor" . Prothom Alo the original on 22 November 2024.^ "Toby Cadman calls India for cooperation in Hasina's extradition" . The Daily Star . 11 December 2024.^ Bowcott, Owen; Burke, Jason (13 June 2013). "British lawyers criticise Bangladeshi war crimes tribunal" . The Guardian ^ "British lawyer Toby Cadman, who was Jamaat's legal advisor, tells Al Jazeera he was part of team asking US, UK govts for RAB sanction" . The Business Standard ^ "Jaamat ex-legal advisor says he was part of team asking US, UK for RAB sanction" . Dhaka Tribune . Retrieved 9 January 2025 .^ "KSC-BC-2023-11 Specialist Prosecutor v. Haxhi Shala" (PDF) . repository.scp-ks.org . Archived from the original (PDF) on 9 January 2025. Retrieved 9 January 2025 .^ "Kosovo Veterans' Leader 'Didn't Threaten' War Crime Witnesses: Lawyer" . Balkan Insight . Retrieved 10 January 2025 .^ Toby Cadman, Carl Buckley, Pilar Lovelle Moraleda (2018). "The International Crimes Tribunal in Bangladesh" . The Rule of Law in Developing Countries . pp. 134– 180. doi :10.4324/9781351273565-4 . ISBN 978-1-351-27356-5 . Retrieved 10 January 2025 . CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link ) ^ "Hasina's trial to be held in absentia if India fails to extradite her: Toby Cadman" . The Business Standard . 2024-12-11. Retrieved 2025-01-08 .^ "Lawyers seek ICC probe into alleged war crimes in Yemen" . AP News . Retrieved 10 January 2025 .^ "Yemenis call for ICC war crimes investigation" . Middle East Eye . Retrieved 2025-01-08 .^ Department, US State. Human Rights Reports; Custom Report Excerpts: Albania, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Russia +4 more . BUREAU OF DEMOCRACY, HUMAN RIGHTS, AND LABOR (Report). US Department of State . Retrieved 10 January 2025 . ^ "War crimes and legal routes: How Assad could be brought to justice for Syria atrocities" . www.aa.com.tr . Retrieved 2025-01-08 .^ Tarabay, Jamie (2018-08-28). "Will Myanmar's genocide generals ever face justice?" . CNN . Retrieved 2025-01-08 . ^ "Decision on the "Prosecution's Request for a Ruling on Jurisdiction Under Article 19(3) of the Statute" (Int'l Crim. Ct.)" . Cambridge University Press . 58 (1). JSTOR : 124– 159. 2019. JSTOR 26643912 . Retrieved 10 January 2025 .^ Sondos Asem (11 December 2024). "The path to justice for Assad's victims: Interview with Toby Cadman" . Middle East Eye . Retrieved 7 January 2025 . ^ "Bringing Israel to justice: MEMO in Conversation with Toby Cadman" . Middle East Monitor . Retrieved 7 January 2025 .^ "UK community leader Mueen-Uddin indicted in Bangladesh" . BBC News . Retrieved 7 January 2025 .^ Toby Cadman (2021). "Shaolin Gao Can Mun Nam Pai Chuan" . centroguernica.org . Retrieved 10 January 2025 .
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