Financial services and fintech regulation

Gough Square Chambers

Gough Square Chambers ‘remains outstanding in consumer finance’ and regularly appear for major banks and governmental bodies, including HM Treasury, the FCA and FSCS. The ’very impressive’ Jonathan Kirk KC acted for the interested parties Diamond Resorts and Club La Costa in consumer credit litigation before the High Court, with the test case addressing the mis-selling of timeshares as investments. Stephen Neville ‘knows what is happening in the industry’, routinely advising banks and lenders on complex consumer finance issues. Fred Philpott remains an authority on issues concerning the Consumer Credit Act, while Iain MacDonald is highly sought after for his expertise in retail banking and the mis-selling of financial products.

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Testimonials

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'The clerks will always try to accommodate all requests. Jack Bradshaw is an outstanding second clerk and always goes above and beyond.'
'Jack Bradshaw is senior clerk in the making.'
'Bob Weekes, Richard Bryant and Jack Bradshaw are exceptionally helpful and approachable in their roles.'
'If the clerks can not fit you in, they will move hell and high water to do so.'
'Gough Square is a go-to set for consumer and consumer boundary disputes.'
'A small set but with true flexibility in their approach. Very trustworthy and reliable.'
'The only set to instruct on Consumer Credit issues.'
'9 Gough Square remain outstanding in consumer finance.'

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.

Jonathan Kirk KC

Gough Square Chambers

‘Advocacy stands out as a key strength amongst his peers. He manages to get the all key points across without losing the detail and has a knack of doing so with an extremely likeable demeanour. His clients are very impressed by him.’

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.

Fred Philpott

Gough Square Chambers

James Ross

Gough Square Chambers

Iain MacDonald

Gough Square Chambers

'Iain is an experienced and knowledgeable advocate. He is also highly reliable when interacting with clients, providing clear, well-reasoned and commercial advice as to the various issues in discussion. His ability to consider technical issues in granular detail is extremely helpful in assessing and adopting suitable strategies.'

Stephen Neville

Gough Square Chambers

‘Stephen knows key issues and what is happening in the industry sector.'

Simon Popplewell

Gough Square Chambers

‘Simon is a star of the Bar. He is extremely quick and very easy to work with; his analysis is second to none and his advocacy is compelling. It is like having a second silk on a case.’

Kate Urell

Gough Square Chambers

‘A legal powerhouse you want in your corner. Her technical brilliance places her ahead of her peers. She doesn't merely focus on the issues; in preparation she meticulously explores every avenue to guarantee excellent results. Kate embodies everything you want in a barrister and everything you need.’