Brynmor Adams
Exchange Chambers ‘Brynmor is absolutely razor-sharp on the law, explains matters in eminently understandable terms for lay clients, and is superb on his feet. His cross-examination skills are second-to-none.’
Property and construction
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.
Nigel Clayton
Kings Chambers 'Nigel is accessible, engaging, and highly intelligent, and he is indispensable on technically complex and evidentially difficult matters. He is top class, extremely knowledgeable, and is a go-to person for property disputes.'
David Fearon
Exchange Chambers 'David is easy to talk with and approachable. He has good knowledge about practical aspects relating to construction work.'
Matthew Hall
Kings Chambers 'Matthew has an excellent advisory and drafting practice and he is very user friendly with clients.'
Wilson Horne
Kings Chambers
Richard Lander
Kings Chambers 'Richard's advocacy is ideally suited for persuading tribunals. He is well-briefed, knowledgeable, quiet, firm, and persistent, which is exactly what judges want.'
James Malam
Exchange Chambers 'James has an eye for detail and has incredible knowledge of what is a complex and specialised area of the law in construction, as well as being adept at dealing with commercial disputes more generally. His written work is always very thorough, and on his feet, he is robust and skilled, both in cross-examination and submissions.'
Lawrence McDonald
Exchange Chambers 'Lawrence is very robust in submissions. Judges appreciate his technical expertise and calm presence in court.'
Andrew Williams
Exchange Chambers 'Andrew is a silk in junior robes, as his written advocacy is unrivalled and he has a formidable presence in the court room. He is a leading individual in property and probate litigation.'
Oliver Caplan
18 St John Street Chambers'Oliver is a fantastic barrister who analyses matters meticulously and does not leave any stones unturned. Oliver is very user friendly with clients too, reassuring and empathising with them, and his advocacy is excellent.'
Peter Dixon
Exchange ChambersKelly Pennifer
Kings ChambersJonathan Ward
Kings Chambers
Geraint Wheatley
Kings Chambers 'Geraint is very accessible and does not overcomplicate matters. Because of this, he is very straightforward to work with and cost effective for clients, and he can cut through the issues with ease and make matters seem much less complicated which is refreshing.'
Simon Whitfield
Exchange ChambersSimon possesses clarity and practicality. He provides good tactical advice and excellent drafting.’
Mike Wilkinson
18 St John Street ChambersMichael is forensic in his approach and has a very good eye for detail. He is prepared to take a difficult point and run with it, which he does to great effect.’
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.
Adil Navaid
St John’s Buildings ‘Adil is well-prepared for his hearings.’