Peter De Verneuil Smith KC
3 Verulam Buildings ‘He is a great team player, always accessible and is fantastic with clients.'
Geared to handle the full spectrum of commercial group litigation, 3 Verulam Buildings is highlighted for proficiency in consumer disputes and work in the financial sector, with a specialism in securities. Andrew Onslow KC is representing former shareholders in claims against Glencore for losses allegedly suffered as a result of untrue and misleading statements. Jonathan Nash KC acts in the first class action to be brought in the Isle of Man, involving a multi-million pound claim against a financial institution in relation to the collapse of financial funds held within offshore bonds, whereas Peter De Verneuil Smith KC is representing Santander Bank in a group action by 40,000 individual claimants who allege they were mis-sold payment protection insurance. Adam Kramer KC‘s caseload includes handling Dieselgate cases for claimants, in which he obtained six Group Litigation Orders in one hearing in January 2024.
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Testimonials
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- 'Their clerks are the best in the business.'
- 'Have had excellent service from clerks.'
- '3VB is an excellent chambers, with a responsive clerking team who are always keen to help find a solution on availability. Chambers has a diverse array of barristers, who often have an interesting career background which adds to their skills.'
- 'A good set with a lot of ambition.'
- 'First-rate set stuffed full of superstars of the commercial bar.'
- 'Good strength in depth and very efficient.'
- '3VB is very strong in securities litigation, especially on claimant side and they are the go-to set.'
- '3VB is a top set for group litigation.'
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 Nash KC
3 Verulam Buildings ‘Jonathan's advocacy skills are unrivalled. He is a clear leader and not afraid to front up to the other side. He is remarkably approachable and on top of the detail.'
Andrew Onslow KC
3 Verulam Buildings ‘Andrew has demonstrated why he remains one of the powerhouses in this area. His advocacy is the perfect mix of charm and ferociousness.'
Adam Kramer KC
3 Verulam Buildings ‘Fiercely clever, strategic and sensible. A commanding presence in court - calm and unflappable, but all over the detail.'