11KBW provides silks and juniors of all levels that handle a range of work for and against local authorities as part of its broader presence in public law. Andrew Sharland KC led in R (KG and BG) v Suffolk CC for Suffolk County Council, a Court of Appeal case concerning what powers the council had regarding the funding of support for disabled people under the Care Act 2014. Jonathan Auburn KC acted for the Local Government Association in Hertfordshire CC v SSHCLG where the Divisional Court examined whether local authority meetings could be held remotely.
Local government (including rating law) in
London Bar
11KBW
Testimonials
‘The clerks are brilliantly led by Lucy Barbet.’
‘Efficient and always polite and helpful.’
‘The clerks are always very helpful.’
‘The go-to set for local government law.’
‘An excellent set of chambers.’
’11KBW stands apart as a leading set nationally and internationally.’
Work highlights
Cornerstone Barristers
Featuring members possessing ‘an exceptional understanding of the law’, Cornerstone Barristers is prominent within local government law, with its members instructed by local authorities the length and breadth of the country. Ranjit Bhose KC has advised multiple London local authorities on the new requirements arising from legislation passed in light of the Hackitt Review into building regulations following the Grenfell Fire. Matt Hutchings KC represented a London borough in R (United Trade Action Group Ltd & Licensed Taxi Drivers’ Association) v Camden LBC, a judicial review of a transport scheme that would ban cars, including taxis, from Tottenham Court Road during the day. In Thompson v Harlow DC, a claim for damages resulting from a fire at the claimant’s home caused by plumbers contracted by the council, Matthew Feldman acted for the claimant.
Testimonials
‘Daryl Hughes regularly goes above and beyond to find a suitable barrister.’
‘Dan Gatt is a particularly able senior clerk who has been invaluable in resolving any issues which arise very skillfully.’
‘The clerks always offer a professional and timely service.’
‘The clerks are helpful and efficient.’
‘Cornerstone as a whole demonstrates professionalism, expertise, attention to detail and unwavering dedication to its clients.’
‘An excellent set of chambers that is organised and well structured.’
‘First class.’
Work highlights
Landmark Chambers
Landmark Chambers is expert in all matters of local government law, particularly in ratings law. Dan Kolinsky KC, the ‘go-to’ silk on business rates matters, successfully represented Nuffield Health in the High Court, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court in Nuffield Health v London Borough of Merton, a case concerning whether a fitness centre, operated by a charity as a chargeable service, qualified for mandatory charitable rates relief. Jenny Wigley KC represented a museum in Allen (VO) v Tyne and Wear Museums Service, a case examining the valuation of museums and galleries.
Testimonials
‘Clerks are all good and provide an excellent service, particularly Richard Bolton.’
‘Kevin Squires and Jason Allen are unfailingly proactive.’
‘The clerks’ room is excellent.’
‘The first choice for barristers in rating law.’
‘The set has a good range of barristers for this area of work and offers good training programmes.’
‘First-class barristers at all levels.’
Work highlights
4-5 Gray's Inn Square
Members of 4-5 Gray’s Inn Square act in a range of local government matters including those relating to care, welfare and housing. Timothy Straker KC represented the City of London Corporation in City of London v Various Leaseholders of Great Arthur House in the Court of Appeal, a case concerning who was to pay for the replacing the cladding of blocks of flats near the Barbican.
Testimonials
‘The clerks are friendly and responsive.’
Work highlights
Francis Taylor Building
Francis Taylor Building contains ‘some of the brightest and best barristers in this field’, routinely acting in local government and ratings matters. Richard Glover KC led Cain Ormondroyd in Church of Scientology Religious Education College Inc v Ricketts (VO), a complex appeal in the Upper Tribunal regarding the application of religious rate-exemptions for the Scientology movement's London sites. Richard Honey KC represented JD Wetherspoon as sole counsel in a settled claim between JD Wetherspoon and Birmingham City Council over compensation for the compulsory acquisition of one of the pub chain's leaseholds. Hugh Flanagan acted in the test case of Vistra International v Bunyan (VO), a dispute regarding whether Covid-19-related factors affected liability for business rates.
Testimonials
‘The clerking at Francis Taylor Building is the best of any chambers.’
‘The clerks are organised and courteous.’
‘The clerks are great – the best around.’
‘One of the leading local government sets with experience across the board in local government law.’
‘Specialists in this area of law, providing useful training courses.’
‘A fantastic set to work with.’
Work highlights
11KBW
Testimonials
‘The clerks are brilliantly led by Lucy Barbet.’
‘Efficient and always polite and helpful.’
‘The clerks are always very helpful.’
‘The go-to set for local government law.’
‘An excellent set of chambers.’
’11KBW stands apart as a leading set nationally and internationally.’
Work highlights
Cornerstone Barristers
Featuring members possessing ‘an exceptional understanding of the law’, Cornerstone Barristers is prominent within local government law, with its members instructed by local authorities the length and breadth of the country. Ranjit Bhose KC has advised multiple London local authorities on the new requirements arising from legislation passed in light of the Hackitt Review into building regulations following the Grenfell Fire. Matt Hutchings KC represented a London borough in R (United Trade Action Group Ltd & Licensed Taxi Drivers’ Association) v Camden LBC, a judicial review of a transport scheme that would ban cars, including taxis, from Tottenham Court Road during the day. In Thompson v Harlow DC, a claim for damages resulting from a fire at the claimant’s home caused by plumbers contracted by the council, Matthew Feldman acted for the claimant.
Testimonials
‘Daryl Hughes regularly goes above and beyond to find a suitable barrister.’
‘Dan Gatt is a particularly able senior clerk who has been invaluable in resolving any issues which arise very skillfully.’
‘The clerks always offer a professional and timely service.’
‘The clerks are helpful and efficient.’
‘Cornerstone as a whole demonstrates professionalism, expertise, attention to detail and unwavering dedication to its clients.’
‘An excellent set of chambers that is organised and well structured.’
‘First class.’
Work highlights
Landmark Chambers
Landmark Chambers is expert in all matters of local government law, particularly in ratings law. Dan Kolinsky KC, the ‘go-to’ silk on business rates matters, successfully represented Nuffield Health in the High Court, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court in Nuffield Health v London Borough of Merton, a case concerning whether a fitness centre, operated by a charity as a chargeable service, qualified for mandatory charitable rates relief. Jenny Wigley KC represented a museum in Allen (VO) v Tyne and Wear Museums Service, a case examining the valuation of museums and galleries.
Testimonials
‘Clerks are all good and provide an excellent service, particularly Richard Bolton.’
‘Kevin Squires and Jason Allen are unfailingly proactive.’
‘The clerks’ room is excellent.’
‘The first choice for barristers in rating law.’
‘The set has a good range of barristers for this area of work and offers good training programmes.’
‘First-class barristers at all levels.’
Work highlights
4-5 Gray's Inn Square
Members of 4-5 Gray’s Inn Square act in a range of local government matters including those relating to care, welfare and housing. Timothy Straker KC represented the City of London Corporation in City of London v Various Leaseholders of Great Arthur House in the Court of Appeal, a case concerning who was to pay for the replacing the cladding of blocks of flats near the Barbican.
Testimonials
‘The clerks are friendly and responsive.’
Work highlights
Francis Taylor Building
Francis Taylor Building contains ‘some of the brightest and best barristers in this field’, routinely acting in local government and ratings matters. Richard Glover KC led Cain Ormondroyd in Church of Scientology Religious Education College Inc v Ricketts (VO), a complex appeal in the Upper Tribunal regarding the application of religious rate-exemptions for the Scientology movement's London sites. Richard Honey KC represented JD Wetherspoon as sole counsel in a settled claim between JD Wetherspoon and Birmingham City Council over compensation for the compulsory acquisition of one of the pub chain's leaseholds. Hugh Flanagan acted in the test case of Vistra International v Bunyan (VO), a dispute regarding whether Covid-19-related factors affected liability for business rates.
Testimonials
‘The clerking at Francis Taylor Building is the best of any chambers.’
‘The clerks are organised and courteous.’
‘The clerks are great – the best around.’
‘One of the leading local government sets with experience across the board in local government law.’
‘Specialists in this area of law, providing useful training courses.’
‘A fantastic set to work with.’