Chambers of Adrian Darbishire KC and Selva Ramasamy KC
The members at QEB Hollis Whiteman are regularly instructed in a wide range of disciplinary and regulatory matters, with notable expertise in advising clients from white-collar professions and the healthcare sector. Tom Kark KC is sought after for his established strength in advising on proceedings involving medical professionals. Zoe Johnson KC defended a respiratory and intensive care consultant against allegations of signing third party prescriptions for high value medicines, targeted at patients living outside the permitted jurisdiction; the consultant's fitness to practice was found not to be impaired.Turning to the juniors, Lydia Barnfather successfully defended an optometrist against a charge of alleged inappropriate conduct towards a female patient.
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Testimonials
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- 'Chris Emmings and Faye Stimpson are both great.'
- 'Chris Emmings knows the market inside out; David O'Sullivan is a joy to work with; and Faye Stimpson is arguably the most popular clerk in London.'
- 'A highly regarded chambers that is known for its excellence in legal representation.'
- 'The chambers is known for its exceptional standards and reputation.'
- 'Great clerking at all levels - responsive, friendly and creative.'
- 'A professional set with fantastic clerks.'
- 'The clerks' room is really knowledgeable and easy to work with.'
- 'Stellar set, with a range of barristers for any issue.'
- 'An impressive set with strength in depth across the board.'
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.
‘Alexandra is a robust advocate who diligently fights her client’s corner, and quickly gains their confidence. A well-prepared silk who holds the attention of the court or tribunal.'
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.
‘Lydia is a very talented advocate, who is highly respected in the regulatory field. She is thorough and systematic in her approach.'
‘She is extremely intelligent, thorough and articulate. Her questioning and submissions are always fair and realistic, rather than abrasive or aggressive.'
'Philip is a go-to junior for complex and high-profile cases, particularly those involving vulnerable witnesses.'
'He has the great ability to digest complex information quickly, and provides advice in a comprehensible manner. A calm and persuasive manner advocate.'
‘Natasha is a highly effective advocate. She has a thorough approach to cases and is great at reading the tribunal.'
'A meticulous junior, his advocacy is well thought out and delivered extremely effectively. He gets to grips with difficult issues quickly and comprehensively.'
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.
‘Lydia is a very talented advocate, who is highly respected in the regulatory field. She is thorough and systematic in her approach.'
‘She is extremely intelligent, thorough and articulate. Her questioning and submissions are always fair and realistic, rather than abrasive or aggressive.'
'Philip is a go-to junior for complex and high-profile cases, particularly those involving vulnerable witnesses.'
'He has the great ability to digest complex information quickly, and provides advice in a comprehensible manner. A calm and persuasive manner advocate.'
‘Natasha is a highly effective advocate. She has a thorough approach to cases and is great at reading the tribunal.'
'A meticulous junior, his advocacy is well thought out and delivered extremely effectively. He gets to grips with difficult issues quickly and comprehensively.'