Acclaimed human rights lawyer, Jonathan Cooper, of Doughty Street Chambers, died suddenly and unexpectedly on Saturday 18 September.

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Responding to the tragic news, human rights campaigner Peter Tatchell, who knew and worked with Jonathan for decades, said:

«I’m heartbroken by the sudden, unexpected death of esteemed human rights lawyer Jonathan Cooper. He did important and distinguished legal and lobbying work for LGBTQ+ rights in the UK and internationally for many decades. He helped countless activists and advised political parties, governments and campaign groups, as well as devising human rights training programmes. Only last week, he offered to explore a potential legal challenge to the draconian new anti-LGBTQ+ bill in Ghana».

«Jonathan showed kindness and support to everyone in need of legal help. He was a wonderful human being. I will miss him. I send my sincere condolences to his partner and loved ones».

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