European Union relations

Essex Court Chambers

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.

Hugh Mercer KC

'Hugh's knowledge of EU law and procedure is encyclopaedic. His experience and expertise shines through in all of the advice that he gives - getting to an answer in 30 seconds that takes the rest of us days to reach.'

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.