Hall of fameChambers of Jonathan Laidlaw KC
‘Kate is a serene silk with an incisive approach to cases, and she deals with the evidence in a measured and appropriate way.'
Chambers of Jonathan Laidlaw KC
Alongside 2 Hare Court‘s extensive work across criminal and health and safety work, the set also has experience in complex and highly significant inquests and inquiries. Jonathan Laidlaw KC represented Harley Facades in the Grenfell Tower Inquiry. Alexandra Tampakopoulos specialises in cases concerning state institutions - she represented Oxford Health Foundation NHS trust in an inquest into the death of a mother and daughter who jumped in front of the train; the trust assessed the mother's mental health seven weeks before the incident and deemed her not to need further support. On the junior side, Nikita McNeill is representing the Welsh government in the COVID-19 Inquiry. Paul Renteurs appears in inquests concerning deaths in custody and care homes.
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Testimonials
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- 'Louis Lockwood is one of the most efficient clerks I have ever come across. He is attentive, responsive and an asset to 2 Hare Court.'
- 'Chloe Skingsley is a top rate clerk. She is trustworthy and efficient. Her knowledge of the market is exceptional.'
- 'They really are a stand out chambers and are a go-to set for inquest work.'
- 'Hannah Thomas is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in inquests which is often rare for someone of her call. Her manner with clients is exceptional.'
- 'The clerks are excellent and always helpful and a joy to work with. There are a number of Barristers at these chambers that I use for inquests and all, without exception, are excellent.'
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.
Hall of fameChambers of Jonathan Laidlaw KC
‘Jonathan is simply the best. He puts clients at ease in difficult circumstances, has a clear approach and articulates positions concisely. He is absolutely the one you want on your side!‘
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.
2Chambers of Jonathan Laidlaw KC
‘Nikita has a formidable intellect. She demonstrates a forensic command of the issues and has a real gift for making the most complex points accessible.'
Chambers of Jonathan Laidlaw KC
'She is exceptionally thorough and astute in her assessment of cases.'
5Chambers of Jonathan Laidlaw KC
‘Paul is confident, efficient, erudite and extremely personable. He is great with clients and has an excellent eye for detail.'
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.
2Chambers of Jonathan Laidlaw KC
‘Nikita has a formidable intellect. She demonstrates a forensic command of the issues and has a real gift for making the most complex points accessible.'
Chambers of Jonathan Laidlaw KC
'She is exceptionally thorough and astute in her assessment of cases.'
5Chambers of Jonathan Laidlaw KC
‘Paul is confident, efficient, erudite and extremely personable. He is great with clients and has an excellent eye for detail.'