Piers Feltham
Radcliffe Chambers ‘Piers is extremely responsive, and his expertise in this area of law is exceptional.’
Private wealth and probate
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.
Lynton Tucker
New Square Chambers ‘Lynton has intellectual rigour, highly persuasive advocacy and can run complex cases. He is hugely impressive and offers good judgement and analysis.’
James Weale
Serle Court‘James's written and oral advice is excellent. He considers the factual background of a case with care and is always well-prepared.’
Elis Gomer
5 Stone Buildings‘Elis is very competent and knowledgeable and gets to the heart of the issues quickly. His court papers are immaculate and worded. He is a strong advocate and well-prepared with carefully crafted submissions.’
Barbara Rich
5 Stone BuildingsGeorgia Bedworth
Ten Old Square‘Georgia has an excellent ability to consider complex trust issues, explain these in a straightforward and give practical and sensible advice.’
Aidan Briggs
New Square Chambers‘Aidan has phenomenal intelligence and exudes an air of authority and competence. He can expertly combine his expertise and technical prowess with an ability to relate to lay clients and explain highly technical concepts to them in a friendly manner.’
Daniel Burton
Radcliffe Chambers‘Daniel is an excellent all-round barrister. He is great with clients, gives clear, practical advice and is a superb advocate. He is always available and willing to go the extra mile for his instructing solicitor and their client.’
Richard Dew
Ten Old Square'Richard is thoughtful. He operates at the silk level.'
Andrew Holden
XXIV Old Buildings ‘Andrew is an absolute superstar and has an outstanding legal mind. His written work is first-rate and cuts through issues and finds solutions.’
Mark Hubbard
New Square Chambers ‘Mark is very knowledgeable. He can quickly assess a situation and give focused advice. He deals with multiple interconnecting and novel issues very well and offers pragmatic and workable advice.’
Susannah Meadway
Ten Old Square‘Susannah is calm, measured, highly knowledgeable and experienced.'
Sophia Rogers
Radcliffe Chambers'Sophia is an excellent advocate and technically superb. She is an incredibly safe pair of hands. She is a quiet and confident communicator who always makes herself available.'
Daniel Warents
XXIV Old Buildings‘Daniel is a first-rate junior destined for higher things. He always has a fantastic grasp on the whole scope of a case, no matter how complicated, and works in a notably clear, methodical and persuasive.’
Elizabeth Weaver
XXIV Old Buildings'Elizabeth is very thorough, easy to work with and willing to take a pragmatic approach when necessary. She is very good at assessing risk and helping to make balanced decisions in light of all the issues.'
Toby Bishop
5 Stone Buildings‘Toby is an excellent barrister. He has technical skills in abundance and excellent presentational skills.’
Alexander Drapkin
5 Stone Buildings‘Alexander is a highly skilled operator and a good barrister with an eye for detail. He is an excellent junior, providing appropriate support and legal research that one can rely upon. He makes a substantial and positive contribution to the team.’
Michael O’Sullivan
5 Stone Buildings 'Michael has a great depth of knowledge and can reduce complex issues to straightforward advice and clear advocacy.'
Philip Stear
Outer Temple Chambers‘Philip is meticulous and thorough with a robust approach. His advocacy is on point and precise.’
Simon Atkinson
Wilberforce Chambers‘Simon has a real attention to detail, is good at strategy and has excellent drafting.’
Rory Brown
South Square‘Rory is a go-to practitioner and analytical and creative at finding solutions to difficult problems. He does his utmost to find the answer to support the client’s position.’
Zahler Bryan
Serle Court'Zahler is highly personable and responsive. Her legal analysis is always excellent and thorough, and her advice is practical and timely. She has an excellent and quick grasp of the details.'
Sarah Egan
New Square Chambers'Sarah's legal knowledge and drafting are strong.'
Thomas Fletcher
Serle Court‘Thomas is incredibly diligent, thorough and a joy to deal with. He is extremely knowledgeable, commercial and pragmatic and can see the wood for the trees.’
Emma Hargreaves
Serle Court‘Emma is a fierce and tenacious advocate. She is sharp, insightful, and a force to be reckoned with in the courtroom. She has a keen eye for detail and manages matters with grace and sensitivity.’
Edward Hicks
Radcliffe Chambers‘Edward's thorough approach and attention to detail inspire huge confidence. His knowledge of the law is second to none, and he has an excellent manner with clients.’
Oliver Ingham
3PB‘Oliver's commitment to his clients is second to none. He is a determined and clear advocate and a creative thinker.’
James MacDougald
Ten Old Square'James is very thoughtful and erudite, with a careful and reasonable demeanour which reassures clients and those instructing him.'
William Moffett
Radcliffe Chambers 'William is an excellent combination of real technical ability and first-rate advocacy skills.'
Adil Mohamedbhai
Serle Court'Adil is incredibly diligent and hard-working. He is eloquent and insightful. He can explain complex issues clearly and effectively.'
Matthew Tonnard
Radcliffe Chambers‘Matthew is an excellent advocate who is tough in cross-examination whilst always appearing reasonable.’
Nathan Wells
Radcliffe ChambersGeorge Woodhead
Selborne Chambers‘George is assured and intelligent, quickly picks up on the key issues and offers advice and opinions demonstrating his depth of knowledge and experience.’
Stephen Woodward
Three Stone‘Stephen’s advice is always thoughtful and considerate. He is happy to talk through complex issues and find pragmatic solutions, often drawing on real-world experience from his former life as a solicitor.’
Miranda Allardice
5 Stone Buildings
Mark Baxter
5 Stone Buildings'Mark is well-prepared and sticks to his guns. He is very well prepared and is very good with clients. He provides excellent follow-up and almost always turns papers around.'
Chris Bryden
4 King’s Bench Walk‘Chris is pragmatic yet assertive in his dealings with clients. He is a knowledgeable barrister in terms of his written advice and an accomplished advocate.’
Hugh Cumber
5 Stone Buildings
Eliza Eagling
5 Stone Buildings'Eliza is an exceptional barrister. She works collaboratively with the legal team, assisting in all aspects of the case, and her advocacy skills are impressive. She is calm and persuasive.'
William East
5 Stone Buildings'William is a very strong performer.'
Rose Fetherstonhaugh
5 Stone Buildings ‘Rose is an expert in her field. She is highly knowledgeable, confident and adaptable. In terms of advocacy, she fights the corners for the clients in a clear, articulate and persuasive manner.'
Elis Gomer
5 Stone Buildings'Elis is competent and quickly gets to the heart of the issues. He professionally provides his advice but is also cognisant of the client's ability to understand it, and so adjusts his tone appropriately.'
Luke Harris
5 Stone Buildings ‘Luke can see the matter as a whole and predict with uncanny accuracy the likely actions and responses of the other party. He is commercially astute and very solutions-oriented.’
Edward Hewitt
5 Stone Buildings‘Edward is technically brilliant. He knows the area of contested trust and probate inside out. He is very user-friendly and his turnaround times for work are great. He is always calm under pressure.’
Jordan Holland
5 Stone Buildings‘Jordan gives creative yet commercial advice. His manner with the judge is impeccable, and he can think on his feet.’
Francis Ng
5 Stone Buildings‘Francis is incredibly bright and quick on his feet. He provides excellent insight and always keeps the goal in mind.’
Elaine Palser
Outer Temple Chambers‘Elaine provides clear and commercial advice. She is incredibly detailed and fiercely bright. She is a calm and skilled advocate.’
Mathew Roper
5 Stone Buildings‘Mathew is clear in his advice and gets to the heart of the matter. His advice is practical and commercial. He is an excellent tactician.’
Michael Ashdown
Wilberforce Chambers ‘Michael is very bright, thoughtful and meticulous in detail without losing sight of the overall picture. His attention to detail is excellent and can get into the papers quickly.’
Luke Barnes
3DJB ‘Luke is an exceptional barrister both in terms of his judgement and his people skills. He is bright, respected and highly regarded. He goes out of his way to be helpful and leaves no stone unturned.’
Sarah Bayliss
XXIV Old Buildings'Sarah is very insightful, grasps the key points quickly, and can give pragmatic and commercial advice.'
Julia Beer
Selborne Chambers'Julia communicates with clients exceptionally well and works collaboratively with her instructing solicitors and, where appropriate, with opposing counsel. She is an effective advocate with strong drafting skills.'
Chris de Beneducci
Selborne Chambers‘Chris is very good at assimilating a large amount of information and documentation and distilling this down to salient points in pleadings and statements. He is also persuasive and articulate in advocacy.’
Amy Berry
New Square Chambers‘Amy is excellent at getting to the heart of a dispute and taking the time to understand each party's motivations, which results in a tactical advantage. She pragmatically approaches matters and drives hard to find a resolution.’
Charlotte Beynon
Serle CourtRupert Coe
Three Stone ‘Rupert is extremely thorough and has good attention to detail, which he combines with a strong legal and procedural knowledge of his practice area.’
Marcus Flavin
Radcliffe Chambers‘Marcus is technically good in opinions and can provide good insight into judicial thinking, keeping a pragmatic balance.’
Jonathan Fowles
Serle CourtHelen Galley
XXIV Old Buildings‘Helen is a tough negotiator and very good at translating complex legal concepts into client-friendly language.’
James Goodwin
Wilberforce Chambers‘James is an excellent junior. He is approachable to clients and solicitors alike. He has a mastery of the details in even the most complex cases and brilliant judgment.’
Katherine Hallett
Three stone'Katherine is clear, concise and thorough in her advice to clients. She is practical and very commercially minded. She is very good at sifting out irrelevant material and focussing on the issues in dispute.'
Oliver Hilton
Radcliffe Chambers'Oliver is very thorough and consistently demonstrates strong attention to detail. He has a persuasive advocacy style, which reflects his well-prepared arguments.'
Gregor Hogan
Serle Court‘Gregor has a relaxed manner and gives direct advice. He has a knack for seeing his way through complex situations. He is approachable and client-friendly.’
Charles Holbech
Radcliffe ChambersJustin Holmes
Radcliffe Chambers‘Justin is an exceptional barrister with extraordinary attention to detail. He is quietly fierce and always looks to achieve the best with his practical advice. He is eloquent in his written work as well as in court.’
Elizabeth Houghton
Wilberforce Chambers‘Elizabeth is a calm operator, has real attention to detail and is very responsive.’
Charlotte John
Gatehouse Chambers ‘Charlotte is the barrister who leaves no stone unturned and knows the documents upside down and back to front. Her drafting is brilliant, and she is always a step ahead when putting pen to paper. Her cross-examination is meticulously thought out and prepared.’
Cheryl Jones
3PB‘Cheryl is clear and decisive. She is good at providing case-law support.’
Oliver Jones
Serle Court‘Ollie is an excellent barrister. He is incredibly bright, on top of the detail and with outstanding interpersonal skills. He has an impeccable command of the law and is consistently persuasive on his feet.’
Kira King
South Square'Sensible and proactive, she works well with instructing solicitors.'
Josh Lewison
Radcliffe Chambers‘Josh is an excellent all-round barrister. He is bright and detail-oriented but also understands the importance of practical issues and the underlying client's goals or concerns.’
James McKean
New Square Chambers‘James is approachable, very good with clients and knows contentious probate aspects.’
Matthew Mills
Radcliffe Chambers‘Matthew is extremely thorough in his advice and available to his instructing solicitors. His knowledge in this area is second to none, and his advice is practical and pragmatic.’
Roger Mullis
Radcliffe Chambers‘Roger is an excellent communicator. His questioning and submissions are clear, concise and progressive.’
Heather Murphy
XXIV Old BuildingsLydia Pemberton
Selborne Chambers 'Lydia is a good advocate.'
James Poole
Ten Old SquareAmy Proferes
Serle Court‘Amy is incredibly fast and responsive. She can quickly assimilate a lot of information and cut through to the real issues.’
Tom Roscoe
Wilberforce Chambers 'Tom is measured, erudite and very bright. His drafting is impeccable, and he represents the client's interests well before the court at a hearing.'
Edward Sawyer
Wilberforce Chambers‘Edward is conscientious and considerate, with a brilliant technical mind. He has excellent attention to detail in drafting. His oral advocacy is strong and measured.’
Bajul Shah
XXIV Old Buildings‘Bajul has great commercial instinct and is a very astute judge of the merits and weaknesses of cases. He is a go-to barrister.’
Timothy Sherwin
XXIV Old BuildingsJoseph Steadman
Wilberforce Chambers'Joseph is a skilled senior junior who operates beyond his years.'
Cameron Stocks
Gatehouse Chambers‘Cameron is a brilliant junior in both his drafting and on his feet. He is the go-to, down-to-earth barrister who can easily converse and explain complicated legal concepts to inexperienced clients.’
Stephanie Thompson
Serle Court‘Stephanie presents complicated problems straightforwardly in pleadings and submissions.’
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.
Emilia Carslaw
5 Stone Buildings 'Emilia is a fantastic barrister, helpful and positive and forms a clear opinion on highly technical issues and strategies. Her advocacy skills are exceptional, and she is clear, concise and to the point.'
James Fennemore
XXIV Old Buildings'James is a star in the making. He is very intelligent and able to come up with brilliant solutions.'
Sparsh Garg
Serle Court ‘Sparsh is a hard worker who spots the issues very quickly and gives clear and practical advice about the matters involved.’
Thomas James
Ten Old Square'Thomas is a superb all-round barrister. He is bright and punching well above his call. He has exceptional instincts regarding strategy and genuinely cares about the underlying client.'
James Kirby
Ten Old Square 'James is always on top of the details and a safe pair of hands to navigate fact-heavy matters through ever-evolving case law. He is available to answer queries and his drafting is excellent.'
Emma Loizou
Radcliffe Chambers'Emma is an exceptional junior barrister and wise beyond her years. She always provides sound and solid advice. She is always available to discuss a matter and presents her advice clearly and understandably, which benefits the client.'
Poppy Rimington-Pounder
Radcliffe ChambersAdam Smith-Roberts
Gatehouse Chambers'Adam has excellent written advocacy and is very responsive.'
James Saunders
New Square Chambers‘James is very diligent and thorough and fights hard for his clients. He goes above and beyond to explore legal points in detail and leaves no stone unturned.’
Daniel Thorpe
Radcliffe Chambers'Daniel is an excellent junior. He is technically thorough and has meticulous attention to detail. He communicates complex issues in a clear, concise and persuasive way.'