Hall of fameChambers of Brian Altman KC & Jim Sturman KC
‘Impeccable judgment and commands absolute confidence from the client, the judge and the jury.’
Chambers of Brian Altman KC & Jim Sturman KC
2 Bedford Row is an ‘outstanding set’ for white collar and business crime, whose members represent both corporate and individual clients, as well as both private and public prosecutors, in criminal and regulatory investigations. Brian Altman KC was appointed by the Attorney General and the Serious Fraud Office to lead a high-profile investigation into the collapse of the Serious Fraud Office’s SERCO trial in April 2021 – in addition, he and Simon Baker KC continue to represent the Post Office in criminal appeals in the wake of the Horizon scandal. Thomas Daniel prosecuted a Gambian diplomat for withholding information from The Pensions Regulator, the defendant in this case having raised diplomatic immunity arguments and sought to justify his absence from the trial by claiming he was persona non grata in the United Kingdom. Mark Milliken-Smith KC, as was, was appointed as a Circuit Judge in December 2023.
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- 'Paul Rodgers is a superb clerk who regularly checks in (regardless of whether there is a need to or not) to ensure that we are happy with the service being provided and to see if he is able to help smooth any bumps.'
- 'John Grimmer has been described as "a legend even amongst those still at Bar School", and Paul Rodgers and Joe Martin are famed for going the extra mile.'
- 'The whole clerks room really look after the instructing solicitors.'
- 'The clerks are extremely attentive and are able to assist us with any enquiry on a moment's notice.'
- '2 Bedford Row are an outstanding set and far above the rest in terms of their professionalism and the care they pay towards instructing solicitors. They do not have a bad barrister in the whole set, and I would recommend them on a number of matters without thinking.'
- '2 Bedford Row is deservedly top-ranked and was awarded the 'crime set of the year' award in 2022; and it deserved that accolade, as well as the other nominations received.'
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.
Hall of fameChambers of Brian Altman KC & Jim Sturman KC
‘Brian is a colossus of the Bar. One of the best of his generation. His advocacy is pitched perfectly, and he combines gravitas and legal mastery with the common touch. There are few that equal his ability and skill.’
Hall of fameChambers of Brian Altman KC & Jim Sturman KC
'He is very good with clients and has a photographic memory.'
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.
Chambers of Brian Altman KC & Jim Sturman KC
‘His eye for attention to detail is second to none and his ability to grasp the facts and evidence of each matter is unparalleled. Tom is an outstanding advocate, and his ability to think on his feet is what sets him apart in court.’
Chambers of Brian Altman KC & Jim Sturman KC
'Extremely bright; he’s as good as most silks, if not better.'
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.
Chambers of Brian Altman KC & Jim Sturman KC
‘His eye for attention to detail is second to none and his ability to grasp the facts and evidence of each matter is unparalleled. Tom is an outstanding advocate, and his ability to think on his feet is what sets him apart in court.’
Chambers of Brian Altman KC & Jim Sturman KC
'Extremely bright; he’s as good as most silks, if not better.'