David Blundell KC
Landmark Chambers‘David is an outstanding advocate with excellent judgement and an outstanding legal brain. One of the best, if not the best, public law silks at the Bar.’
Immigration (including business immigration)
Leading Silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
Laura Dubinsky KC
Doughty Street Chambers'Laura is one of the most powerful advocates in the country, with a forensic eye for detail and strategic nous like very few in the sector. She is a hands-on leader who is not afraid to get her hands dirty, putting the interests of her clients at the forefront of every case that she brings.'
Sir James Eadie KC
Blackstone Chambers
Laurie Fransman KC
Garden Court Chambers‘Laurie is one of the top KCs in the field. Go-to for complex nationality cases.’
Manjit Gill KC
No5 Barristers’ ChambersManjit is an encyclopaedia of immigration law. He is deservedly high-profile in his field, known for his success and ability to find clever arguments others haven't thought of.'
Lisa Giovannetti KC
39 Essex Chambers‘Lisa has a remarkable eye for detail. She is a dream leader and a powerful advocate. You simply can’t beat her in this area.’
Stephanie Harrison KC
Garden Court Chambers'Stephanie is a compassionate yet steely silk who can out-think everyone.'
Raza Husain KC
Matrix Chambers
Anthony Metzer KC
Goldsmith Chambers‘Anthony's key strengths lie in his clear advice and his ability to distill complex legal issues into focused, compelling arguments. He demonstrates a thorough understanding of immigration law, especially in appeal and judicial review matters, and consistently provides practical and well-reasoned advice.'
Sonali Naik KC
Garden Court Chambers‘Sonali is definitely one of the leading barristers in immigration law in the UK.'
Lord Pannick KC
Blackstone Chambers
Hugh Southey KC
Matrix Chambers
Robin Tam KC
Temple Garden Chambers
Nicola Braganza KC
Garden Court Chambers‘Nicola is a formidable advocate with a clear and very compelling style. She is extremely engaged and great with tactics.'
Samantha Broadfoot KC
Landmark Chambers
Tim Buley KC
Landmark Chambers‘Tim is a phenomenal barrister who is really thriving in silk. His grasp of the law across a wide range of public law disciplines is outstanding, and he is a fearless, engaging and devastatingly persuasive advocate.'
Christopher Buttler KC
Matrix Chambers‘Chris is a go-to judicial review leader. He is utterly brilliant.’
Rory Dunlop KC
39 Essex Chambers‘Rory is a highly-skilled advocate. He combines exceptional legal knowledge with first-rate judgment.'
Jonathan Glasson KC
Matrix Chambers‘Jonathan is a respected barrister with extensive experience in public law, human rights, national security and investigations. His roles often require a deep understanding of the law, discretion and the ability to handle sensitive information, indicating strengths in analytical thinking and precision.'
Edward Grieves KC
Garden Court Chambers‘It is utterly thrilling to see Edward on his feet. He is fearless, smart and forensic in his preparation. He is a giant in the making.’
Tom Hickman KC
Blackstone Chambers
Charlotte Kilroy KC
Blackstone Chambers
Alex Goodman KC
Landmark ChambersAn excellent advocate, who reads the court well but also fights the client's corner tenaciously.'
Zane Malik KC
39 Essex Chambers‘There is no one in the country who knows more about immigration law than Zane.'
Nick Armstrong KC
Matrix Chambers
Angus McCullough KC
1 Crown Office Row
Joe Middleton KC
Doughty Street Chambers ‘Joe is an incredibly articulate and calm advocate. Having him as part of a team means clients receive the very best in legal advice and care.’
Robert Palmer KC
Monckton ChambersAlan Payne KC
39 Essex Chambers'Alan Payne has an unrivalled ability to identify the core issues and legal arguments that no-one else has considered. He then packages this into a brilliant case that is otherwise un-winnable. He is a superstar silk and deserves to be recognised as such.'
Irena Sabic KC
Garden Court Chambers
Duran Seddon KC
Garden Court Chambers
Adam Straw KC
Doughty Street Chambers
Amanda Weston KC
Garden Court Chambers2025 Silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
Adrian Berry KC
Garden Court Chambers
Naina Patel KC
Blackstone Chambers
Jason Pobjoy KC
Blackstone Chambers ‘Jason has a unique understanding of the interface between refugee law and international child law.’
Julia Smyth KC
Landmark Chambers‘Julia is a standout practitioner in immigration law. She has a wealth of experience and has been instructed in virtually all of the leading cases concerning the EU withdrawal agreement and its intersection with immigration law.'
2024 Silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
Greg Ó Ceallaigh KC
Garden Court Chambers‘His advice is pragmatic but not over-cautious: he is determined to get the best possible outcomes for the clients. He is very clever and is always two steps ahead of the room when thinking through sticky legal and strategic issues. He is approachable and communicative, and is a pleasure to work with.’
David Chirico KC
One Pump CourtA true leader in the field of immigration and migrants rights. David takes an inventive and strategic approach to the work whilst always putting the client first.‘
David Manknell KC
1 Crown Office Row‘He is a calm and clear, even when dealing with complicated issues. He speaks with authority and acts with integrity.’
Colin Thomann KC
39 Essex Chambers 'Clear, persuasive and strategic.'