John Aldis
St Philips Chambers ‘John is an excellent litigator. He tailor-makes his arguments and expresses them in a clear and concise manner. He has a very detailed approach to work.'
Chancery, probate, and tax
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.
Christopher Buckingham
St Philips Chambers 'A whip-smart barrister who can be relied on to quickly and accurately assess a situation, apply the law, and give concise and unequivocal advice. He does not sit on the fence.'
Angus Burden
No5 Barristers’ Chambers ‘Angus is exceptionally thorough. A very pragmatic junior with excellent judgement, huge technical expertise and a very good client manner.'
Louise Corfield
No5 Barristers’ Chambers ‘Louise is a superb, persuasive and strong advocate. She is very bright and user friendly.'
Imogen Halstead
No5 Barristers’ Chambers ‘Imogen is incredibly bright. She is a gifted advocate and a terrific all-rounder.'
Gavin McLeod
St Philips Chambers ‘Gavin stands out as an eminent barrister for his meticulous attention to detail, his technical excellence in the law and the effort he invests in every matter in which he is instructed. His style of advocacy is carefully considered.'
Lydia Pemberton
Selborne Chambers ‘Lydia is a talented advocate. She is client-focused and technically impressive. Not only does she have an exceptional understanding of the fundamental issues in cases, but she is also able to explain those issues clearly and concisely to her clients.’
Jason Perrin
No5 Barristers’ Chambers ‘Jason’s great strength is his ability to combine intellectual rigour and commercial acuity with an unwavering dedication to the clients’ best interests. His approachable nature and empathy with clients make him a very popular choice.’
Emma Williams
No5 Barristers’ Chambers ‘Emma is an excellent communicator and confident in her opinions. She is thorough and considered, as well as extremely sensitive and caring regarding clients’ needs.'
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.
Annie Townley
No5 Barristers’ Chambers ‘Annie is very knowledgeable and efficient. A prompt junior who provides sound advice, and demonstrates excellent client care and people skills.’