7BR is port of call for consumer goods cases, with barristers demonstrating prowess in advice on claims related to an array of products, including defective bicycles, furniture, and DIY tools. The set continues to receive instructions in high-profile matters such as acting for a cladding supplier in Grenfell-related disputes, and for claimants against Volkswagen, BMW, Renault, and others in emissions litigation. Simeon Maskrey KC has a track record in multi-party actions, and is acting for the claimants in Chown v Ministry of Defence, a group action concerning the use of the anti-malarial drug Lariam, which allegedly causes significant psychological after-effects. Jonathan Bertram is instructed in VC v Optical Express et al, a group case related to intraocular lenses, concerning claims being pursued against the suppliers of the lenses, after the original defendant Oculentis’ bankruptcy in the Netherlands.
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- 'The clerks are excellent, and well led by Paul Eeles.'
- '7BR are the go to Chambers for product liability work.'
- 'Excellent with much strength in depth.'
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.
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.
Jonathan Bertram
7BR 'Always incredibly well-prepared and on top of the material. He thinks about cases from all angles and delivers calm but persuasive arguments. An effective advocate.'