25 Bedford Row

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

• 'Impeccable. Alfie Lee being appointed to director of clerking has reinvigorated this already thriving set. The clerk’s room know each other well with a number of people returning having gained more experience elsewhere. A true sign you are doing something right.'
• 'The transition from Guy Williams to Alfie Lee has been seamless and recent new additions and the return of Chris Jones bodes well for the future.'
• 'The newly-appointed senior clerk, Alfie Lee, is a tour de force. He is rain-maker of exceptional talent, industry, energy, intuition and foresight. Forever effervescent, always approachable and thoroughly modern in outlook he represents the present and future of how good clerking should be done to the benefit of all users.'
• 'The clerks are always ready to assist and really seem to listen to what is required. They are always open to discuss any particular concerns or requirements. Alfie and Emma are the heart of the clerks room.'
• 'Excellent - can't do enough for you.'
• 'Excellent clerks room and very responsive.'
• 'A very solid set from what I have seen.'
• '25 Bedford Row is home to some of the elite white collar defence juniors, instructed for the defence in nearly every ongoing SFO investigation and prosecution.'

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.

Nicola Howard KC

25 Bedford Row

‘Nicola is a fantastic advocate to work with, a view shared with all of my clients that instruct her. This is mainly due to her relentless approach to thorough preparation of cases and an ability to really focus on what is at the heart of a client's case and therefore the route to an acquittal.’

George Carter-Stephenson KC

25 Bedford Row

‘A hugely experienced and redoubtable performer with an infinite capacity to master complex detail in any proceedings. His advocacy exudes gravitas, command of the material, resourcefulness and calmness under pressure. He has no weaknesses.’

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.

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Duncan Jones

25 Bedford Row

‘Duncan is an intelligent barrister who gives clear advice and produces high quality written work. He is engaged in all the myriad issues of the case and provides a keen insight, particularly based on his previous experience dealing with high profile corruption cases brought by the SFO.’

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Ben Summers

25 Bedford Row

‘An absolute powerhouse counsel, capable of conjuring results from the least promising cases. Understated class. He has a total command of his brief, is easy to work with and always driving the defence team forward. Ben has razor-sharp intellect and superb client care skills.’

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Samantha Riggs

25 Bedford Row

'Samantha has a detailed understanding of environmental law so is well placed to advise. She also prepares thoroughly and so comes up with all the points you need to help your position. She is a great advocate and is adept at exposing the other side where appropriate.'