England - London Bar

Crime

Drystone Chambers

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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.

Michael Magarian KC

Drystone Chambers

‘Michael is extremely experienced and skilled. He is hardworking and engaging and his tactical instinct is second to none. He is an excellent jury advocate and phenomenal cross-examiner.'

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.

Drystone Chambers

‘Zarif is remarkably diligent and his ability to dissect complex evidence with a razor-sharp mind is often instrumental in navigating the intricacies of challenging cases. He possesses a unique talent for making critical connections with evidence, which is a testament to his profound analytical capabilities. One of Zarif's most notable skills is his ability to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds.'

Drystone Chambers

‘Jo is never less than impeccably well-prepared and her submissions are carefully considered. She handles extremely difficult situations with aplomb and demonstrates undoubted tactical ability. She has a calm and reassuring presence in court and a first-rate knowledge of the law.'

Drystone Chambers

‘Ahmed is an absolute star in court. His interaction with clients, judge and jury keeps the court alive. He masters very complex cases and can also put very anxious defendants at ease.’