1Hall of fameDeka Chambers
‘Jacob is one of the hardest working members of the PI Bar. His eye for detail and getting the best results is unwavering, he is a top drawer silk for catastrophically injured claimants.’
Deka Chambers
The ‘weighty and well experienced team’ at Deka Chambers have ’stand out’ personal injury strength. Sarah Prager KC was made silk in the 2023 round, and exemplifies the set’s cross border personal injury experience: she appeared in Strait v Cosmos Insurance, a Court of Appeal case concerning whether an RAF serviceman stationed in Akrotiri (a Sovereign Base Area in Cyprus) could bring a personal injury claim against a Cypriot insurer in the English courts. Edward Faulks KC is leading Paul Stagg KC in the case of YXA v Wolverhampton City Council, which considers whether a social services authority assumes responsibility to a child and therefore owes a common law duty of care when exercising protective functions.
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Testimonials
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- 'An exceptionally strong set in relation to travel litigation, with a weighty and well-experienced team.'
- 'The newly created Deka chambers is a stand out Personal Injury set but with a broad range of specialisms, and the set’s members have a outstanding appellate practices, frequently appearing before both the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court.'
- 'The clerks are always very responsive and professional and will assist with any query in any way they can, as soon as possible, making the whole process very smooth. In particular, Ellie Brand is always fantastic to work with.'
- 'The clerks at this Chambers are outstanding and always will go the extra mile for you.'
- 'Michael Goodridge remains a force to be reckoned with. His team functions effectively and professionally.'
- 'Deka Chambers have an extensive group of barristers in the field of personal injury and clinical negligence, from newly qualified to senior KCs. They have considerable strength-in-depth.'
- 'An exceptionally strong set in relation to travel litigation, with a weighty and well-experienced team.'
- 'The go to set for personal injury claims with a cross border feature. Great rapport with clients and experts.'
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.
1Hall of fameDeka Chambers
‘Matthew is a delight to work with. He has a depth of knowledge that is unrivalled, and has his finger on the pulse of all cross-border litigation issues.’
Hall of fameDeka Chambers
‘Charming – Edward is generous with his high level understanding both of the law and the appeal court philosophy’
2Hall of fameDeka Chambers
‘Ferocious eye for detail, meticulous preparation and adds value to every case he is instructed on - the leading quantum PI silk in the country.'
3Hall of fameDeka Chambers
‘Always very well prepared, excellent with experts - inspires confidence.'
3Hall of fameDeka Chambers
‘Giles is a natural and confident advocate and exceptionally easy to work with. He is pragmatic and not scared to tackle difficult issues and push for what is best for clients.'
3Hall of fameDeka Chambers
‘John is a consummate advocate. He is thorough – leaving no stone unturned and communicating difficult issues of law and complex factual issues in a concise and clear manner.’
3Hall of fameDeka Chambers
‘Andrew is, or should be, the first port of call for complex personal injury cases, especially those with multiple parties, or a notable historic element.’
4Hall of fameDeka Chambers
'John is always calm and measured, he commands respect which inevitably results in a good outcome, and clients love his kind and caring approach.'
42022 Silks
Deka Chambers
'Huge gravitas and presence and a formidable advocate for her clients.'
2023 Silks
Deka Chambers
‘Sarah is outstanding, her knowledge of travel law is excellent and she is a formidable advocate.’
2024 Silks
Deka Chambers
'His dedicated and caring approach puts clients at ease and he is able to explain everything to them in a way in which they understand and appreciate.'
Deka Chambers
‘A titan in the world of local authority and police liability with an encyclopaedic knowledge of the law.'
Juniors
Personal injury - Leading Juniors
1Deka Chambers
‘Laura is thorough with an excellent eye for detail which extends into her advocacy.'
1Deka Chambers
‘Jeremy is a first-class barrister and consummate professional. His written work is clear, concise and persuasive and he can be a forceful advocate when necessary.’
1Deka Chambers
‘Bruce advocates with force and conviction. He is very experienced and calm in the face of difficult situations.'
2Deka Chambers
‘Simon is outstanding and a leader in his field. Incredibly intelligent and cuts through the issues with clients and experts in a concise way.'
2Deka Chambers
‘Stephen is a talented and diligent barrister, a no-nonsense, tough negotiator with an innate ability to simplify complex issues.’
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3Deka Chambers
'Perrin is meticulous in her preparation for court and a fierce cross-examiner.'
3Deka Chambers
'Andrew is a very straight-talking barrister who cuts through complex issues and gets to the crux of the case.'
3Deka Chambers
‘He is an excellent, well-rounded barrister with top-drawer client skills and a steely negotiating style.'
4Deka Chambers
‘James is excellent in client conferences when presented with difficult clients or circumstances.’
4Deka Chambers
‘Jeremy is a superb all-rounder – great in conference and on his feet – he’s always well-prepared and gives easy to understand advice to the most vulnerable clients.’
Deka Chambers
‘Lisa has a calm and confidence inspiring approach, and is always familiar with the detail.'
4Deka Chambers
‘Laura is incredibly meticulous and incisive in her approach to evidence, cutting through and understanding the essence of a case.'
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4Deka Chambers
'Roger can analyse the strengths and weaknesses of cases quickly and efficiently and provide solid advice on best approach.'
4Deka Chambers
‘Technically strong, attention to detail, clear communication and excellent with clients.'
4Deka Chambers
‘At the top of his game with an excellent eye for detail and first-class forensic cross-examination skills.’
Deka Chambers
‘A barrister with great personality and charm alongside a sharp intellect, impressive legal knowledge and a fantastic manner with clients.'
4Deka Chambers
'Helen is an excellent advocate. Her calm and concise advice puts clients at ease, even when advising in the most complex of cases.'
4Deka Chambers
'Hugh provides a very sensible, straight forward and pragmatic approach to cases. He is calm and collected with an excellent client manner.'
4Deka Chambers
‘Gurion is quite simply an exceptional barrister. He has significant experience and expertise in personal injury matters.'
4Deka Chambers
‘Holly is able to set clients at ease with her straightforward advice. She is an accomplished advocate who will always fight her clients' corner.'
5Deka Chambers
‘Ian is great with clients and a pleasure to work with. He has a calm and easy manner in court but always has your corner.’
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5Deka Chambers
- 'Linda's forensic approach and her ability to analyse and dissect complex medical issues in conference with multiple experts is excellent.'
5Deka Chambers
‘Ben’s attention to detail and thorough analysis of all the evidence makes him a go-to barrister in relation to difficult liability cases.’
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5Deka Chambers
‘Dominique is a joy to work with, and is able to explain complex legal issues to clients in an empathetic and considered way. She can very quickly understand the main issues and advise accordingly.’
Deka Chambers
‘Simon is personable, friendly and extremely knowledgeable. His approach to claims and negotiation provides reassurance and he is well-liked by all clients.'
Personal injury - Leading Juniors
1Deka Chambers
‘Laura is thorough with an excellent eye for detail which extends into her advocacy.'
1Deka Chambers
‘Jeremy is a first-class barrister and consummate professional. His written work is clear, concise and persuasive and he can be a forceful advocate when necessary.’
1Deka Chambers
‘Bruce advocates with force and conviction. He is very experienced and calm in the face of difficult situations.'
2Deka Chambers
‘Simon is outstanding and a leader in his field. Incredibly intelligent and cuts through the issues with clients and experts in a concise way.'
2Deka Chambers
‘Stephen is a talented and diligent barrister, a no-nonsense, tough negotiator with an innate ability to simplify complex issues.’
33Deka Chambers
'Perrin is meticulous in her preparation for court and a fierce cross-examiner.'
3Deka Chambers
'Andrew is a very straight-talking barrister who cuts through complex issues and gets to the crux of the case.'
3Deka Chambers
‘He is an excellent, well-rounded barrister with top-drawer client skills and a steely negotiating style.'
4Deka Chambers
‘James is excellent in client conferences when presented with difficult clients or circumstances.’
4Deka Chambers
‘Jeremy is a superb all-rounder – great in conference and on his feet – he’s always well-prepared and gives easy to understand advice to the most vulnerable clients.’
Deka Chambers
‘Lisa has a calm and confidence inspiring approach, and is always familiar with the detail.'
4Deka Chambers
‘Laura is incredibly meticulous and incisive in her approach to evidence, cutting through and understanding the essence of a case.'
44Deka Chambers
'Roger can analyse the strengths and weaknesses of cases quickly and efficiently and provide solid advice on best approach.'
4Deka Chambers
‘Technically strong, attention to detail, clear communication and excellent with clients.'
4Deka Chambers
‘At the top of his game with an excellent eye for detail and first-class forensic cross-examination skills.’
Deka Chambers
‘A barrister with great personality and charm alongside a sharp intellect, impressive legal knowledge and a fantastic manner with clients.'
4Deka Chambers
'Helen is an excellent advocate. Her calm and concise advice puts clients at ease, even when advising in the most complex of cases.'
4Deka Chambers
'Hugh provides a very sensible, straight forward and pragmatic approach to cases. He is calm and collected with an excellent client manner.'
4Deka Chambers
‘Gurion is quite simply an exceptional barrister. He has significant experience and expertise in personal injury matters.'
4Deka Chambers
‘Holly is able to set clients at ease with her straightforward advice. She is an accomplished advocate who will always fight her clients' corner.'
5Deka Chambers
‘Ian is great with clients and a pleasure to work with. He has a calm and easy manner in court but always has your corner.’
55Deka Chambers
- 'Linda's forensic approach and her ability to analyse and dissect complex medical issues in conference with multiple experts is excellent.'
5Deka Chambers
‘Ben’s attention to detail and thorough analysis of all the evidence makes him a go-to barrister in relation to difficult liability cases.’
55Deka Chambers
‘Dominique is a joy to work with, and is able to explain complex legal issues to clients in an empathetic and considered way. She can very quickly understand the main issues and advise accordingly.’
Deka Chambers
‘Simon is personable, friendly and extremely knowledgeable. His approach to claims and negotiation provides reassurance and he is well-liked by all clients.'