1Chambers of Charles Gibson KC
Henderson Chambers has particular expertise in handling environmental litigation. Multiple members of the set continue to act for various parties in the high-profile Volkswagen emissions litigation, alongside advising on complex environmental damage claims arising from pollution and large-scale oil spills. Oliver Campbell KC is 'incredibly approachable' and 'adept at advising on complex group litigation matters'. Prashant Popat KC is sought after for his strength in handling regulatory issues in the environmental arena. The senior end of the team was bolstered by the elevation of Kathleen Donnelly KC to silk in March 2023.
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Testimonials
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- 'Daniel Smith is a star.'
- 'Jason Housden is stellar - so pragmatic, so experienced, so good.'
- 'A set with a very good range of barristers.'
- 'A set with excellent barristers.'
- 'The clerks are always friendly, approachable and reliable.'
- 'Clerks at the chambers are very responsive and helpful.'
- 'Clerks willingly provide information about fees at short notice.'
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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2Hall of fameChambers of Charles Gibson KC
‘An unflappable advocate who is extremely astute and provides pragmatic advice.'
3Hall of fameChambers of Charles Gibson KC
‘Adam has an encyclopaedic knowledge of environmental and climate case law.’
3Hall of fameChambers of Charles Gibson KC
‘Prashant is excellent at condensing complex technical matters into straightforward advice.'
3Hall of fameChambers of Charles Gibson KC
'He is a fantastic commercial litigator, and possesses authority, gravitas and experience. His approach is always innovative.'
Hall of fameChambers of Charles Gibson KC
'A well-established silk. He is urbane, meticulous and astute.'
2023 Silks
Chambers of Charles Gibson KC
‘Kathleen is decisive and robust. A calm and collected advocate.'
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.
4Chambers of Charles Gibson KC
‘Lucy is an extremely diligent and intellectually rigorous junior.'
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.
4Chambers of Charles Gibson KC
‘Lucy is an extremely diligent and intellectually rigorous junior.'