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.
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Christopher Howells
Civitas Law
‘Christopher demonstrates remarkable composure, professionalism, and an exceptional ability to connect with clients of all backgrounds. He navigates the courtroom with grace and remains unaffected by demanding judges. His extensive experience is complemented by meticulous preparation and he exceeds expectations as a skilled advocate. He also possesses a keen understanding of the complexities solicitors face, reflecting a deep respect for the collaborative process.'
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Jonathan Walters
Civitas Law
‘Jonathan is methodical, analytical and very approachable. He is excellent at grasping the issues in complex matters and also develops a great rapport with the client.'
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Joanne Williams
Civitas Law
‘Joanne is very responsive on receipt of a brief; she quickly reviews papers and gets to grips with the key legal and factual issues. She is personable, down to earth and easy to deal with. Her advocacy is a strength: she is methodical, clear in presenting oral arguments, picks up on inconsistencies during cross-examination, and keeps calm and professional when dealing with challenging witnesses.'
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Owain James
Civitas Law
'Owain is extremely personable. He has a great bedside manner with clients.  He is very bright and gets to grips with the core issues quickly.  He is also able to conduct work in Welsh, which is useful.'