1Hall of fameChambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
‘Very much the top silk for matters with a pensions and employment law angle; formidable intellect and sound commercial instincts.’
Chambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
Outer Temple Chambers’ expansive roster of counsel is experienced in dealing with a variety of matters, such as age discrimination within pension schemes, pensions-related professional negligence claims, and Part 8 proceedings. Andrew Short KC acted in the notable and leading Britvic v Britvic Pensions & Mohun case, which involved the construction of an indexation provision. Other key work includes the joint effort of Andrew Spink KC and Philip Stear in the Atos UK IT Ltd & Ors v Atos Pension Schemes Ltd case, in which the interpretation of the funding rule of the pensions scheme was in question.
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Testimonials
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- 'The clerks at Outer Temple are helpful and easy to contact. Nick Levett and Matt Sale deserve mention as they are always prepared to go the extra step to assist.'
- 'Excellent service from all clerks. Nick Levett in particular is incredibly responsive and always puts forward an appropriate selection of counsel to consider for any particular job.'
- 'Matt Sale is a particularly good clerk - always prompt to reply to queries, very happy to pick up the phone to discuss queries/ availability and always helpful/ friendly.'
- 'Very good, experienced clerks who are always keen to help and are good at finding a way to accommodate requests for particular counsel.'
- 'They have impressive and increasing strength-in-depth in the filed of pensions litigation.'
- 'Outer Temple Chambers has always been a strong set for pensions, but has arguably become even stronger in recent times. It has strength in depth, particularly at the KC level.'
- 'They have increasing strength in depth for commercial litigation and professional negligence claims with a pensions or chancery angle.'
- 'We continually use the set for their deep experience in all areas of pensions law and strong advocacy skills.'
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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1Hall of fameChambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
'He is really very good with clients, and incisive about getting to the nub of the case and equally adept at case and matter negotiation strategy.'
Hall of fameChambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
'Very bright and extremely diligent, leaves no stone unturned.'
Hall of fameChambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
‘Excellent knowledge and practical advice in relation to employment and pension law cross-over area; very clear exposition for lawyers and the lay client alike.’
2Hall of fameChambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
'One of the most client-friendly silks and very impressive on his feet in court. A fabulous intellect.'
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.
1Chambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
‘Charming, organised and reassuring. Gives excellent advice on rectifications.’
Chambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
'Responsive, technically very capable, and a great team player.'
2Chambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
‘Naomi has a strong insight, combined with outstanding analytical skills. She has really fights her clients corner.’
2Chambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
'Impressive technical skills and pleasing user-friendly manner.'
3Chambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
'An excellent technical lawyer with great ideas and the ability to really crystallise the issue.'
3Chambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
'Hard-working and bright, gaining an excellent reputation.'
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.
1Chambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
‘Charming, organised and reassuring. Gives excellent advice on rectifications.’
Chambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
'Responsive, technically very capable, and a great team player.'
2Chambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
‘Naomi has a strong insight, combined with outstanding analytical skills. She has really fights her clients corner.’
2Chambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
'Impressive technical skills and pleasing user-friendly manner.'
3Chambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
'An excellent technical lawyer with great ideas and the ability to really crystallise the issue.'
3Chambers of James Counsell KC and Keith Bryant KC
'Hard-working and bright, gaining an excellent reputation.'