Hall of fameChambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
‘John is in a class all of his own. An exceptional advocate.‘
Chambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
Serjeants’ Inn Chambers garners praise from clients as 'excellent as a whole in respect of professional disciplinary and regulatory law'. Gerard Boyle KC is 'superb on his feet and grasps the intricacies of the case very quickly', and Sarah Clarke KC is 'an absolute master at cross-examination'. Jonathan Holl-Allen KC, who is head of the team in chambers, has an established track record in representing medical and dental practitioners in disciplinary proceedings. Among the juniors, Anthony Haycroft garners praise for being 'one of the finest barristers when it comes to handling complex cases before the medical regulators', and David Morris is a highly regarded senior junior, with solid expertise in defending healthcare practitioners.
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'Lee Johnson is great.'
- 'Fantastic. Lee Johnson is a legend in his own lifetime.'
- 'Tom O'Connor is the most reliable and friendliest clerk you could hope to meet.'
- 'Jennifer Pooler is a great asset to the barristers she works with.'
- 'A leading set in professional disciplinary work.'
- 'It’s a great set, possessing strength in depth.'
- 'Excellent. All of the clerks are always willing to assist and pull out the stops.'
- 'The set as a whole in respect of professional disciplinary and regulatory law is excellent. The clerks work incredibly hard to try and always make someone available and to ensure they put forward the most suitable and experienced counsel for the 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.
Hall of fameChambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
‘A silk who shows tactical brilliance and meticulous attention to detail. She has a razor-sharp intellect.'
Hall of fameChambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
'A commanding advocate with an uncanny ability to get the court on side.'
Hall of fameChambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
‘Jonathan is exceptionally calm on his feet. Robust with clients, measured and forceful with tribunals, and is a great person to have around in a crisis.'
4Hall of fameChambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
‘Mark is very astute, compelling, forensic and knowledgeable – a star!'
2022 Silks
Chambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
‘She is a brilliant advocate, combining wit, analytical know-how and gravitas in equal measure.‘
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.
Chambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
‘A superb advocate who provides excellent tactical advice.'
Chambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
‘David has a very analytical mind and is measured in cross-examination.'
Chambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
'He is a smooth operator with a remarkable ability to think outside the box and spot the winning argument no-one else has noticed.'
Chambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
‘Ranald is hardworking, talented on his feet, and has excellent client-management skills.‘
Chambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
‘Oliver is a highly technical junior and a strong advocate, with great client care and communication skills.'
Chambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
‘A serene and considered advocate, who inspires confidence in clients and builds a good rapport with the tribunal.'
Serjeants' Inn Chambers
'She can handle vast amounts of information and find the vital elements to focus on. She provides clear and authoritative guidance to investigators on evidence, disclosure questions and case strategy. Her style is warm and she is a strong team player, empathetic but never afraid to challenge assumptions. '
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.
Chambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
‘A superb advocate who provides excellent tactical advice.'
Chambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
‘David has a very analytical mind and is measured in cross-examination.'
Chambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
'He is a smooth operator with a remarkable ability to think outside the box and spot the winning argument no-one else has noticed.'
Chambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
‘Ranald is hardworking, talented on his feet, and has excellent client-management skills.‘
Chambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
‘Oliver is a highly technical junior and a strong advocate, with great client care and communication skills.'
Chambers of Angus Moon KC and Michael Horne KC
‘A serene and considered advocate, who inspires confidence in clients and builds a good rapport with the tribunal.'
Serjeants' Inn Chambers
'She can handle vast amounts of information and find the vital elements to focus on. She provides clear and authoritative guidance to investigators on evidence, disclosure questions and case strategy. Her style is warm and she is a strong team player, empathetic but never afraid to challenge assumptions. '