2Hall of fameCornerstone Barristers
'Ranjit is very intelligent and able to see all sides of a dispute.'
Cornerstone Barristers
Featuring members possessing ‘an exceptional understanding of the law’, Cornerstone Barristers is prominent within local government law, with its members instructed by local authorities the length and breadth of the country. Ranjit Bhose KC has advised multiple London local authorities on the new requirements arising from legislation passed in light of the Hackitt Review into building regulations following the Grenfell Fire. Matt Hutchings KC represented a London borough in R (United Trade Action Group Ltd & Licensed Taxi Drivers’ Association) v Camden LBC, a judicial review of a transport scheme that would ban cars, including taxis, from Tottenham Court Road during the day. In Thompson v Harlow DC, a claim for damages resulting from a fire at the claimant’s home caused by plumbers contracted by the council, Matthew Feldman acted for the claimant.
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'Daryl Hughes regularly goes above and beyond to find a suitable barrister.'
- 'Dan Gatt is a particularly able senior clerk who has been invaluable in resolving any issues which arise very skillfully.'
- 'The clerks always offer a professional and timely service.'
- 'The clerks are helpful and efficient.'
- 'Cornerstone as a whole demonstrates professionalism, expertise, attention to detail and unwavering dedication to its clients.'
- 'An excellent set of chambers that is organised and well structured.'
- 'First class.'
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.
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3Hall of fameCornerstone Barristers
'Very experienced and level-headed. James knows how to pitch a case at the right level of detail.'
4Hall of fameCornerstone Barristers
'He is a very good advocate. His submissions are clear, succinct and persuasive.'
2023 Silks
Cornerstone Barristers
‘She is first-rate: hardworking, competent and knowledgeable.’
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.
3Cornerstone Barristers
'He is exceptionally good at structuring and presenting complex arguments so that the court gets his key points immediately, and he never loses sight of the bigger strategic picture.'
3Cornerstone Barristers
'Catherine provides clear and concise advice alongside excellent advocacy skills.'
4Cornerstone Barristers
‘Alex provides considered and detailed advice in a timely manner.’
4Cornerstone Barristers
'Matt is absolutely marvelous in dealing with a range of instructions from relatively simple conduct matters to highly complex scenarios involving judicial review.'
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.
3Cornerstone Barristers
'He is exceptionally good at structuring and presenting complex arguments so that the court gets his key points immediately, and he never loses sight of the bigger strategic picture.'
3Cornerstone Barristers
'Catherine provides clear and concise advice alongside excellent advocacy skills.'
4Cornerstone Barristers
‘Alex provides considered and detailed advice in a timely manner.’
4Cornerstone Barristers
'Matt is absolutely marvelous in dealing with a range of instructions from relatively simple conduct matters to highly complex scenarios involving judicial review.'