Professional disciplinary and regulatory law

39 Essex Chambers

Professional 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.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

'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.

Gregory Treverton-Jones KC

‘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

'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

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.