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New Square Chambers

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New Square Chambers is active in a wide range of rural and agricultural work, with a solid track record in handling contentious mandates regarding public access to land. George Laurence KC garners praise as 'one of the top barristers in his field', and Paul Wilmshurst has been kept busy advising on village green applications and public rights of way disputes. Simon Adamyk is sought after for his expertise in advising on public access over land, and Ross Crail provides 'first-rate advice'. The 'well-prepared' Aidan Briggs is very experienced in assisting with a broad spectrum of agricultural disputes, including Inheritance Act claims involving farms.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Very good clerking - quick to get back and very easy to deal with. Michelle Green is excellent, and Cameron Grant is very responsive.'
  • 'Nathan Hitchman and Charlie Sherwood are both very good.'
  • 'New Square is an excellent set.' 
  • 'Good set.'
  • 'Helpful and efficient.'

Silks

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.

George Laurence

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'His recall and attention to detail is excellent. His ability to look beyond the obvious and think outside of the box is exceptional.'

Juniors

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.

3

Simon Adamyk

New Square Chambers

'Simon has an meticulous approach to preparation and a forensic advocacy style. His laser focus in court is popular with judges.'

4

Aidan Briggs

New Square Chambers

‘Aidan is extremely bright, responsive, articulate and great with clients. His advice is succinct and accessible, and he is excellent on his feet.’

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.

3

Simon Adamyk

New Square Chambers

'Simon has an meticulous approach to preparation and a forensic advocacy style. His laser focus in court is popular with judges.'

4

Aidan Briggs

New Square Chambers

‘Aidan is extremely bright, responsive, articulate and great with clients. His advice is succinct and accessible, and he is excellent on his feet.’