Product liability
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.
Oliver Campbell KC
Henderson Chambers
Charles Dougherty KC
2 Temple GardensIncredibly sharp KC - fantastically responsive and easy to work with.
Charles Gibson KC
Henderson ChambersAn exceptionally talented barrister who stands out for his commercial acumen and strategic insight. He is technically superb, approachable, and deeply attuned to clients’ objectives, delivering clear, practical advice even on the most complex matters. Clients trust him for his responsiveness and sound judgment.
Leigh-Ann Mulcahy KC
Fountain Court ChambersSuperb command of the case, an excellent sense of what will land well in court, and mastery of complex technical detail. Leigh-Ann is also versatile with market-leading skills across group litigation, administrative law, and product liability. I think Leigh-Ann is one of the best counsels for whole case strategy, and clients really trust her judgment (which is impeccable).
Prashant Popat KC
Henderson Chambers
Hugh Preston KC
7BRAlways has the ear of the court. Knows how to pitch his arguments in a way that always comes across as measured and reasonable.
Toby Riley-Smith KC
Henderson ChambersToby has a fantastic eye for detail. He is incisive and brings common sense and wisdom to cases. He is a joy to work with.
Malcolm Sheehan KC
Henderson Chambers
Geraint Webb KC
Henderson Chambers
Isabel Hitching KC
Crown Office Chambers
Simeon Maskrey KC
7BRSimeon is simply the best. He’s a legal genius, a sharp and engaging advocate, and has unparalleled experience. He makes even the most difficult argument easy to comprehend. He really is someone who you want on your side.
Marcus Pilgerstorfer KC
11KBWMarcus is excellent. His particular strength is turning legally complex issues into clear, practical, and tactical advice. He is very approachable, pragmatic, and solution-focused, and he has a calm, authoritative style that gives confidence in difficult litigation. His written advice is clear and commercially sensible, and he is very good at identifying the points that will actually matter in the litigation.
Nathan Tavares KC
Outer Temple ChambersNathan is the ultimate all-rounder, engaging as an advocate, reassuring in his advice, and excellent with clients.
Neil Block KC
39 Essex Chambers
Kathleen Donnelly KC
Henderson Chambers
Adam Heppinstall KC
Henderson Chambers
Andrew Kinnier KC
Henderson ChambersImpressively measured and unfailingly courteous, Andrew is a polished advocate, distilling complex product liability issues into arguments that are precise, persuasive, and easy to follow.
Akhil Shah KC
Fountain Court Chambers
Daniel Shapiro KC
Crown Office ChambersHe is our first choice counsel on complex and technically challenging matters. He has an exceptional ability to analyze and present intricate causation issues, quickly identifying the key points and providing clear, pragmatic advice that is consistently well judged and commercially focused. His advocacy is measured, persuasive, and highly effective, particularly in cases involving detailed expert evidence and difficult factual or technical disputes.
Beyond his technical expertise, he is extremely approachable, responsive, and hands-on. He works as a genuine extension of the legal team, taking a proactive role in progressing matters and providing strategic input throughout the life of a case. Clients have great confidence in his advice, and he is someone we rely upon repeatedly for our most significant and complex instructions.
David Turner KC
4 New Square ChambersDavid is a robust and impressive leading counsel. He demonstrates exceptional technical expertise with a sharp strategic approach to complex, multi-party disputes. He is particularly adept at navigating challenges from demanding clients and remaining focused on the bigger picture. His written work is precise, compelling, and well-structured, and he demonstrates a deep understanding of both the legal framework and the commercial realities underpinning product liability claims, ensuring his advice is not only robust but also strategically astute. He works seamlessly as part of larger legal teams, collaborating effectively with solicitors and leading counsel, and is noted for his responsiveness and ability to deliver high-quality work under pressure. David is exceptional on his feet, always extremely well prepared, and delivers his case with aplomb. An exceptional practitioner who is trusted with some of the most complex and high-value product liability disputes in the market.
Mark Watson KC
Six Pump Court2026 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.
