Leading Silks
William Audland KC
1
12 King’s Bench Walk
 ‘No nonsense clear advice on complex issues, his friendly client focused approach. Outstanding both on his feet and in complex lengthy legal documents, able to maintain and persuade forceful positions and arguments.’
Charles Bagot KC
1
Gatehouse Chambers
‘Charles has developed into a leader in his field. He has all the attributes you want to see in a barrister. It is not just that he knows the law but you accept his advice because it comes from someone with such authority. He is charming but tough. He is efficient and approachable.’
Neil Block KC
1
39 Essex Chambers
‘Neil is able to advise on complex high value cases in a way that clients can understand. His written work is succinct and of the highest calibre.’
Benjamin Browne KC
1
2 Temple Gardens
‘His skills as a trial advocate are second to none. He is extremely bright and runs rings around any expert. Judges trust his submissions and he is a master tactician.’
Stephen Killalea KC
1
Devereux
‘Superb in every respect. Wonderful trial advocate, excellent with clients, dogged and determined, will fight tooth and nail for his clients.’
William Latimer-Sayer KC
1
Cloisters
‘Excellent eye for detail and a very good manner with clients. He is incredibly approachable, hugely bright and highly knowledgeable.'
Jacob Levy KC
1
Deka Chambers
'Jacob is the most diligent barrister in the industry, who will never let his clients down. He brings total confidence to the legal team. He is remarkably comprehensive, while remaining pragmatic and efficient. His analysis of expert evidence and grasp of complex issues is second to none.'
Simeon Maskrey KC
1
7BR
‘Simeon is an outstanding advocate who is devastatingly elegant on his feet. Simeon is highly valued for his ability to analyse, breakdown into constitute parts and identify the most tactically astute avenue through complex accident circumstances.’
Gerard McDermott KC
1
Outer Temple Chambers
‘He is simply excellent on his feet. Solicitors appreciate his ability to try to think what a judge will make of evidence. He is not afraid of making big decisions - everyone trusts that those calls will be right.’
David Platt KC
1
Crown Office Chambers
‘Robust and clever advocate; first class analysis of complex claims and produces advice which is clear and concise; excellent with clients.’
Robert Weir KC
1
Devereux
‘Brilliant advocate both in court and at appellant level. Two brains. Clients like him. Currently the premier appellate advocate.’
Matthew Chapman KC
2
Deka Chambers
‘Matt can offer solutions to complicated matters, or arguments where solutions are not possible. He is excellent in a JSM, keeping his cards close to his chest, and making concessions when necessary.’
Sarah Crowther KC
2
Outer Temple Chambers
‘Her knowledge of cross border issues that arise in personal injury litigation is excellent. She has a strong handle on complex legal and medical issues.’
Andrew Davis KC
2
Crown Office Chambers
 ‘Andrew is a powerhouse of a KC, with everything you expect and more. His attention to detail is second to none and he has a manner that puts clients, witnesses and experts at ease in conference.’
Robert Glancy KC
2
Devereux
‘Robert is simply superb. Always puts clients at ease and always exceptionally prepared- a true safe pair of hands for the most complex of cases and a truly magnificent advocate.’
Michael Kent KC
2
Crown Office Chambers
‘He is excellent. He is hugely experienced, remains claim at all times. He is tactically superb, intelligent and is always one step ahead of his opponents.’
Stuart McKechnie KC
2
Deka Chambers
‘Stuart is a dream to work with. He is utterly committed to each and every case he takes on. His preparation for each and every case is astonishing and he helps add value in all cases.’
Julian Picton KC
2
Hailsham Chambers
‘In terms of his knowledge and experience in the injury field, Julian is one of the most helpful, approachable and amenable barristers, let alone KCs, that instructing solicitors have ever worked with.’
Paul Russell KC
2
12 King’s Bench Walk
‘Paul's level of detail and understanding of his case are fantastic. He is very clever and meticulous. He is a very effective advocate and respected by both claimant and defendant lawyers.’
Howard Stevens KC
2
3 Hare Court
‘Howard knows all there is to know about personal injury claims, including those with a cross border element. He is absolutely meticulous in his preparation and often contributes ideas to the team which are innovative and often very effective.’
Andrew Warnock KC
2
Deka Chambers
‘Attention to detail, calm and measured responses, incisive cross examination taking into account vulnerabilities of parties and witnesses, excellent knowledge of complex legal issues.’
3
Temple Garden Chambers
 ‘Dominic is an astute, technical and highly skilled advocate who manages to bring his own sense of purpose to the claims he works on. He has excellent client care skills and takes control of difficult situations with a view to balancing interests.'
Patrick Blakesley KC
3
Crown Office Chambers
‘Patrick is hugely knowledgeable when it comes to motor coverage matters but his expertise does not end there.   He provides comprehensive but easy to follow advice with great attention to detail.’
Steven Ford KC
3
7BR
 ‘Steven is a pleasure to work with and is a go-to barrister for sexual abuse claims. He is a leading expert in this area and navigates complex cases with sensitivity and skill.’
Christopher Kennedy KC
3
Crown Office Chambers
‘Careful analysis of evidence, detailed and comprehensive preparation of pleadings, and helpful contribution to general strategy with particular keen appreciation for commercial considerations.’
Giles Mooney KC
3
Deka Chambers
‘Giles is a great in court and fantastic with clients. His cross-examination is hugely effective and gets results.'
John Ross KC
3
Deka Chambers
‘Never fails to get right to the issues in a case. Very good on paper as well as in conference and in court. Always content to roll up his sleeves such that you feel he is truly invested in the matter. Inspires huge confidence with clients.’
James Todd KC
3
39 Essex Chambers
‘James is willing to take a risk and act on cases with difficult liability issues. Technically he is very strong.’
Adam Weitzman KC
3
7BR
‘He is able to deal with the most complex of cases. He does not shy away from a fight. He is also prepared to push the boundaries.’
Eliot Woolf KC
3
Outer Temple Chambers
‘Eliot is a joy to work with. He is unfailingly kind and patient in his approach. He works incredibly hard and, although modest, is fiercely intelligent. His style as an advocate is excellent. He is widely held in high regard.’
Rehana Azib KC
4
2 Temple Gardens
'Rehana has an incredible attention to detail and is phenomenally bright but also great to work with and a real team player.'
Joel Donovan KC
4
Cloisters
‘Joel is a hugely personable experienced barrister. He is clear and well liked and trusted by clients.’
Jonathan Hand KC
4
Outer Temple Chambers
 ‘His knowledge, expertise and advocacy skills are exceptional. He is also hugely approachable and fantastic with clients, putting them at ease and explaining things thoroughly but in a straight forward manner.’
Laura Johnson KC
4
Deka Chambers
 ‘Laura has an incredible legal knowledge of her subject area which she astutely applies to some of the most complex personal injury cases that she is instructed on.’
Patrick Vincent KC
4
12 King’s Bench Walk
 ‘Patrick is super intelligent and super smooth with his submissions. He has an endearing quality of being able to make the most complex of legal issues appear to be a matter of common sense.’
Angus Withington KC
4
Henderson Chambers
‘He is technically brilliant and very knowledgeable. He is excellent with clients from all walks of life and his advice is always clear and straightforward.’
Charles Woodhouse KC
4
Old Square Chambers
‘First class advocacy skills as one would expect at this level. Takes control of the room and is very persuasive achieving excellent outcomes. Superb client care.’
Lucy Wyles KC
4
2 Temple Gardens
'Lucy has a wonderful eye for detail. She is extremely knowledgeable and very approachable. An excellent barrister with exceptional advocacy skills. '
2023 Silks
Richard Baker KC
– 7BR ‘Excellent client care, understanding complex issues, conferences with experts, negotiations with Defendants in JSM, strong advocacy during court hearings.’
Sarah Prager KC
Deka Chambers
‘A formidable barrister. Incredibly knowledgeable. Not afraid to take on difficult cases. Excellent with clients.’
Andrew Roy KC
12 King’s Bench Walk
‘Andrew\'s greatest strength in my view is his phenomenal grasp of the law: substantive and procedural. He has an incredibly detailed knowledge of each area in which he specialises.’
2024 Silks