Crypto and blockchain assets

Leading Juniors

Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.

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David Mcllroy
Forum Chambers
Strong knowledge of regulatory position in relation to crypto. Creative thinker, looking for solutions for client problems.'
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Chloë Bell
3 Verulam Buildings
There is no question that Chloe is a star in the crypto asset litigation world.  She has deep knowledge.  She thinks creatively and is the one you want for difficult or novel cases.  She has a deft hand with clients.  Chloe is a forceful and effective court advocate and demands respect from opponents, KCs, and judges.'
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Sarah Bousfield
Brick Court Chambers
Her experience in acting on behalf of exchanges subject to malicious attacks means she has an approach that has been forged in the fire of crisis, resulting in proven practical remedies to the benefit of her clients.' 
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Wei Jian Chan
Essex Court Chambers
Wei Jian brings a deep understanding of the technology behind cryptoassets, a fierce intellect and a commanding grasp of the relevant law and case law.’
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Darragh Connell
Maitland Chambers
Darragh has a charming charisma that immediately garners goodwill in court and with his opponent, which can go a long way in hard fought litigation. He has a sixth sense in knowing what will and will not run in court.'
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James Gale
3 Hare Court
James Gale is very quick and very clever, in addition to being meticulous and having good communication skills.' 
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Flavia Kenyon
33 Chancery Lane
Flavia has a second-to-none understanding of the tensions and opportunities present between law and technology, and has been instrumental in navigating complex web3 and decentralised finance disputes as well as engaging with roundtables and industry bodies on the future of trade finance.’
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Christopher Langley
Fountain Court Chambers
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Andrew Maguire
Littleton Chambers
Andrew is an excellent balance of academic and pragmatic. He maintains a keen eye on developments in this fast-moving sector whilst contributing to those same developments in a most positive way.’ 
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James Potts
3 Verulam Buildings
'Excellent technically and very user friendly. One of the few barristers in the crypto space who really know their stuff.'
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Adam Temple
3 Verulam Buildings
Adam is a leading voice for FCA related crypto-asset matters in the industry.' 
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Nik Yeo
Fountain Court Chambers
Strong understanding of the relevant case law and legal theory. Strong written advocacy.'
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Clyde Darrell
Forum Chambers
Clyde is developing a very good junior practice in crypto-asset claims, especially in cross-border matters. He is enthusiastic and pragmatic.’
2
Alexander Riddiford
Essex Court Chambers
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Celso De Azevedo
Enterprise Chambers
Celso exhibits exceptional strengths and qualities as a barrister in the crypto and blockchain area.’
2
Sri Carmichael
Wilberforce Chambers
Sri is cool under pressure. She immediately gets to grips with a complex novel issues for very demanding clients.  She gives confidence to clients and instructing solicitors as she is approachable and unfazed by having her advice tested but decisive when it matters.’
2
Guy Olliff-Cooper
4 Stone Buildings
2
Anton Van Dellen
Fraser Chambers
Incredibly knowledgeable about the sector.  He has advised in some of the most complex digital assets disputes involving AI.  His advocacy is second to none, completely at home before senior judges.’
2
Ben Elliott
Pump Court Tax Chambers
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David Heaton
Brick Court Chambers
David is one of the leading juniors for cryptocurrency disputes.  He is able to combine deep knowledge of crypto and blockchain with a calm and reassuring advocacy style.  He really knows his stuff.'
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Michael Hicks
Hogarth Chambers
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William Hooper
Brick Court Chambers
Will is very bright, and delivers his advice confidently.  He is a strong advocate - particularly for someone of his call.  He is also a pleasure to deal with.'
2
Simon Mills
Radcliffe Chambers
Simon is well read around the subject of cryptocurrency and blockchain assets and is able to speak with authority about and truly understood the technical aspects.'  
2
Ben Symons
The 36 Group
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Aaron Taylor
Fountain Court Chambers

Rising stars

Rising stars at the Bar are defined as barristers between four and eight years’ call who are seen as up-and-coming members of the Bar in their respective practice areas by clients and peers alike. They will already be instructed in high-profile, complex, and high-value contentious and non-contentious matters, working with and opposite more experienced leading counsel.

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Anca Bunda
3 Verulam Buildings
She has an extremely good grasp of the technology and use cases for it. She can speak with great confidence to clients and has an excellent grasp of legal issues in the area.’
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Calum Mulderrig
3 Verulam Buildings
Calum is a fantastic junior who is exceptionally hardworking in a way that stands out from his peers.’