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.
Sarah Harrison1
Chambers of James Murphy
'A dynamic litigator who will fight hard for her clients when required, but also has a very commercial and practical side. Sarah is very thorough, incredibly knowledgeable and very reliable. Her cross-examination is always excellent.'
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Chambers of James Murphy
'Nicola is an excellent problem-solver. A fierce advocate when she needs to be, she is also robust and never fazed by a difficult opponent or judge. She has an encyclopaedic knowledge of this area of law.'
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Chambers of James Murphy
'Stuart is at home and in his element on his feet. He is an accomplished, confident and calm advocate. An extremely safe pair of hands; his composure is never threatened by anything a case may throw at him.'
Cait Sweeney2
Chambers of James Murphy
'Cait is an extremely effective advocate who fights strongly for her clients. She is very pragmatic in her advice, knowing the legalities but also being mindful of the practical aspects of any situation. She is forensic in her advocacy.'
Leading associates
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.