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Head of Outline Chambers
London based barrister Toby Cadman is an international law specialist in the field of international criminal and humanitarian law, international human rights law, extradition and mutual legal assistance, anti-corruption, whistleblower protection, business and human rights, international commercial law, arbitration and international climate justice law.
Founder and Head of Outline Chambers Toby also serves as Associate Counsel to The Guernica for International Justice.
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Directory Ranking
Ranked in Chambers and Partner UK Guide “Spotlight Table” 2025 and 2026 for International Crime.
Experienced practitioner who is highly regarded for his experience advising on complex cases. Specialising in international humanitarian law, he has represented numerous individuals charged with war crimes and is often entrusted to lead inquiries into genocide and acts of terrorism. An incredibly innovative practitioner and a good strategist," who is "dynamic and energetic." (2021)
He is one of a kind: I don't think anyone combines his legal, political and PR skill and experience. He is a jack of all trades and like a Swiss Army knife – you can use him for anything. He is involved in a wide spread of work in the international criminal law area. Recent work: Acted in an ICC case concerning crimes committed against the Rohingya, including enforced deportation to Bangladesh. (2020)
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Professional Expertise
Toby's specialist in the areas of international criminal and humanitarian law, international terrorism, international commercial law, arbitration, anti-corruption, extradition and mutual legal assistance, and human rights law.
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Previous Appointments
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Senior Legal Adviser, EU Police Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina — advising on organised crime, war crimes, counter-terrorism, financial crime, and asset seizure legislation (2008–2010).
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Head of the Prosecution Support Section; Head of the Legal Section for War Crimes; and Senior Legal Counsel to the Chief Prosecutor, Special Department for War Crimes, Prosecutor’s Office of Bosnia and Herzegovina (2004–2008).
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First Head of the Criminal Defence Office, War Crimes Chamber of Bosnia and Herzegovina (2003–2004).
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Member of the prosecution team in the ICTY Rule 11bis referral proceedings, including Prosecutor v. Radovan Stankovic, Prosecutor v. Zeljko Mejakic et al., Prosecutor v. Milan Lukic & Sredoje Lukic, and related cases (2004–2006).
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Legal Adviser, Office of the High Representative to Bosnia and Herzegovina — advising on legislative and constitutional reform, criminal code drafting, and civil and criminal asset forfeiture (2002–2003).
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Senior International Lawyer, Human Rights Chamber for Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sarajevo (2002–2004).
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Education
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London School of Economics Certificate in Law, War and Human Rights (2009–2010)
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University of Northampton LL.M International Criminal and Security Law, Distinction (2007–2009)
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International Bar Association & College of Law Professional Diploma in Human Rights & Criminal Procedure; Professional Diploma in Commercial Law (2006–2008)
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BPP Law School Bar Vocational Course — Bar of England and Wales (2000–2001)
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University of Northampton LL.B (Honours) (1997–2000)
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Languages
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English (native)
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French (intermediate)
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Bosnian / Serbian / Croatian (intermediate)