Blackstone Chambers is home to 'a strong suite of counsel well versed in energy regulation'. The set has an established track record in handling public law mandates, however members are equally adept at advising on specialist natural resources and energy matters concerning environmental, regulatory and commercial issues. Alan Maclean KC and Monica Carss-Frisk KC are highly regarded for their expertise in assisting with high-profile, energy-related regulatory work. Turning to the juniors, Natasha Simonsen is often instructed by large corporate entities in the energy and natural resources sector, and has particular experience in advising on matters that intersect between energy, competition and public law.

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Testimonials

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  • 'I have always had a positive experience whenever I speak with the clerks at Blackstone.'
  • 'Strong public law and energy expertise.'
  • 'A strong and very highly regarded set.'
  • 'A very strong set with real strength in depth at the junior end.'

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.