Gregory Treverton-Jones KC
39 Essex ChambersProfessional disciplinary work forms the backbone of 39 Essex Chambers' practice, with members regularly advising on complex disciplinary issues involving the medical, legal, media, sport and environment sectors. Fenella Morris KC has an excellent track record in acting for clients in the education, healthcare, financial services, legal and veterinary arenas in a broad range of disciplinary matters, and Andrew Tabachnik KC is sought after for his expertise in advising on regulatory issues involving architects and doctors. Among the juniors, Peter Mant is 'always reliable', and Alexis Hearnden is well versed in representing lawyers in disciplinary proceedings.
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Testimonials
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- 'Peter Campbell is, quite simply, the best clerk to work with.'
- 'The clerks at 39 Essex are excellent. They are always very helpful and accommodating.'
- 'They are always responsive and go out of their way to help.'
- 'The clerks are efficient and proactive.'
- 'A large chambers with a wide variety of talent.'
- 'A very high regarded set in professional discipline and public law.'
- '39 Essex have great depth in this area - the go-to set for professional discipline by a long way.'
- '39 Essex's huge pool of counsel means that there is usually always a barrister for any type of case.'
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.
Fenella Morris KC
39 Essex Chambers
Jenni Richards KC
39 Essex Chambers ‘Jenni cuts through complexities to get to the heart of the matter. A very robust advocate.’
Andrew Tabachnik KC
39 Essex Chambers ‘Andrew is one of the most experienced and established silks in this field. He is thorough in preparation, robust in advocacy and forensic in cross-examination.’
Vikram Sachdeva KC
39 Essex Chambers
Victoria Butler-Cole KC
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Eleanor Grey KC
39 Essex Chambers
Rory Dunlop KC
39 Essex Chambers 'Rory is a powerful advocate; his submissions are crystal clear and laser-focused. His knowledge of the law is strong and judges like him.'
2023 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.
Katherine Apps KC
39 Essex Chambers ‘Katherine has incisive knowledge of regulatory law and professional discipline. Her advocacy is a masterclass in timing and judgement.'
Nicola Greaney KC
39 Essex Chambers ‘Nicola is diligent, approachable, and provides well-researched and well-reasoned advice.’
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.
Alexis Hearnden
39 Essex Chambers ‘Alexis has a keen eye for identifying issues which can win a case and which other counsel miss.’
David Hopkins
39 Essex Chambers