Vasanti Selvaratnam KC
The 36 Group ‘Her legal acumen is undeniable, she is meticulous in her preparation, and her courtroom presence is confident and effective.’
The team at The 36 Group houses ‘real gems in both commodities and shipping’. The set is highly regarded for its specialist focus on commodities, shipping and international trade law, and members field extensive experience in advising on commodities issues arising from shipping disputes. Vasanti Selvaratnam KC is a highly regarded practitioner in the space; she recently appeared before the Supreme Court in an arbitration appeal concerning issues of force majeure pertaining to a multimillion-dollar contract for shipments of bauxite. Other key names to note include the ‘user-friendly, precise and commercial’ Ravi Aswani and Charles Debattista, who ‘applies his expert knowledge to find innovative legal answers to difficult questions’.
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- 'The clerks are excellent. Nothing is too much trouble. Sam Medlock in particular is brilliant.'
- 'Sam Medlock is quick, organised and responsive. Reiss Nott has a clear overview of the market. Billy Brett is very likeable and excellent at client relations.'
- 'The clerks are very friendly and respond quickly. Billy Brett does not hesitate to get on the phone and discuss the case which is very helpful.'
- 'Excellent service. The clerks' room is efficient, professional, and understands client needs. Particularly impressed with Billy Brett and Reiss Nott.'
- 'Counsel and clerks are a friendly bunch and provide high-level, expeditious service.'
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.
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.
Ravi Aswani
The 36 Group ‘Once Ravi has been instructed it lifts a burden from your shoulders, as he is calm, measured, effective, and so well prepared he takes the judge or tribunal with him.’
Charles Debattista
The 36 Group ‘Charles is a highly skilled advocate with a calm demeanour in hearings, who excels in presenting complex arguments in a compelling way.’
Ishfaq Ahmed
The 36 Group ‘Ishfaq is quick to get to grips with new material and his dedication is noted by instructing solicitors and clients alike.’
Rising stars
Rising stars at the Bar are defined as barristers between four and eight years’ call who are seen as up-and-coming members of the Bar in their respective practice areas by clients and peers alike. They will already be instructed in high-profile, complex, and high-value contentious and non-contentious matters, working with and opposite more experienced leading counsel.
Andrew Ng
The 36 Group ‘Andrew demonstrates commendable legal acumen, and contributes valuable insights.’