Henderson Chambers
‘A leading advocate for inquests and inquiries. He pays extraordinary attention to detail and is an expert in his field.'
Henderson Chambers is a ‘go-to set for inquests and inquiries’. Members are well known for representing clients from the transport, manufacturing and construction sectors, to name a few areas. Prashant Popat KC is currently acting for Studio E Architects in the Grenfell Tower Inquiry; Oliver Campbell KC represented cladding manufacturer Siderise. Junior James Purnell represented BMW UK in an inquest into the death of a police officer whose car caught fire due to an engine fault. Abigail Cohen‘s practice includes cases touching on health and social care.
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Testimonials
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- 'Henderson Chambers' clerks cannot be matched by any other set. Professional, practical, and personable - all factors which make a solicitor's job much easier. Daniel Kemp is particularly worthy of an individual mention. His service over the years has been impeccable.'
- 'Daniel Kemp and Daniel Smith are both excellent.'
- 'Henderson Chambers is my first port of call for inquest matters. They have a great breadth of barristers in this area, to suit a wide range of inquests.'
- 'The clerks are always friendly and approachable. They team area a pleasure to work with.'
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.
Henderson Chambers
‘An outstanding advocate, and a very thorough and skillful strategist.'
Henderson Chambers
‘A strong advocate. He is intelligent, reasonable and professional.'
Henderson Chambers
‘Toby is a superb advocate who reassures the tribunal that they are in the safest of hands; he has a first class brain and wonderful manner.‘
2022 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.
Henderson Chambers
'Tim is extremely approachable. He has an excellent manner with clients and coroners, and is able to gain the confidence and trust of both. He handles witnesses perfectly in what are often very difficult and emotionally charged situations.'
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.
Henderson Chambers
‘James' advocacy in inquest matters is excellent, striking the right balance between sensitivity and a robust approach. His advice is clear and pragmatic.'
Leading Juniors
Rising stars at the Bar are defined as barristers between four and eight years’ call who are seen as up-and-coming members of the Bar in their respective practice areas by clients and peers alike. They will already be instructed in high-profile, complex, and high-value contentious and non-contentious matters, working with and opposite more experienced leading counsel.
Henderson Chambers
‘James' advocacy in inquest matters is excellent, striking the right balance between sensitivity and a robust approach. His advice is clear and pragmatic.'