Old Square Chambers

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

• 'Joe Kallas is an excellent clerk in respect of his manner, going out of his way to help, always positive and friendly which is very important in this area of work.'
• 'Will Meade is an excellent senior clerk and is ably assisted by Joe Kallas and Olivia Moliterno.  Nothing is too much trouble.'
• 'A high level clerks' room with a supportive team who go the extra mile.'
• 'Strong availability of reliable counsel at all levels of experience, all of whom are a safe pair of hands and can work together where needed'
• 'Excellent clin neg set with an expanding and impressive body of expertise.'
• 'Old Square Chambers would be my first choice of chambers to instruct.'
• 'Old Square chambers have increased their strength and depth in terms of clinical negligence barristers over the last few years, The junior barristers,  are well trained and equally as thoughtful and impressive in their work. '
• 'Their counsel are all very approachable and client friendly - very engaged and responsive.'

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.

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Ben Collins KC

Old Square Chambers

‘Ben is the consummate professional, commands control and also the respect of the other side. He is a thoughtful and articulate advocate, not forgetting the lay client and their needs and understanding throughout the legal process. He is a canny negotiator and instills confidence at all times.’   

4

Charles Woodhouse KC

Old Square Chambers

  'Is a robust negotiator and adopts a firm, no nonsense approach without being confrontational. Excellent quantum analysis and a sharp mind for facts and figures. He handles clients with sensitivity and skill. '

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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Bruno Gil

Old Square Chambers

 ‘Bruno is always very responsive and can turn around instructions in a very short timescale when required. He is very good with experts and clients in conferences, testing evidence in a clear and logical manner.’

3

Victoria Webb

Old Square Chambers

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Sophie Beesley

Old Square Chambers

 ‘Sophie is a formidable advocate who can hold her own against any opponent. She balances this with excellent written work and attention to detail, as well as an incredibly patient and empathetic manner with the most vulnerable of clients.’

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Bella Webb

Old Square Chambers

  ‘Bella is a compelling advocate. She cross-examines experts into the ground and wins cases with her skill.’