Crossing over with the set’s expertise in planning and public law, Landmark Chambers have established themselves as a leading set across all aspects of property litigation including landlord and tenant and real estate disputes, as well as more niche areas such as telecommunications, protestor injunctions and village greens. Tom Weekes KC led Richard Moules KC in Fearn v Tate Trustees, a Supreme Court case in which the residents of a development of luxury flats were found to have been subjected to a nuisance by the viewing gallery on top of the Tate Modern’s Blavatnik Building. Simon Allison and Kimberley Ziya represented the successful appellant in FirstPort Property Services Limited v Settlers Court RTM in a landmark decision concerning the statutory right to manage blocks of flats. Timothy Morshead KC represented the energy company in Breen v Esso Petroleum, securing an injunction, and then the committal to prison for contempt of court of an individual who breached it by digging a tunnel in an attempt to stop the construction of the London Pipeline Project, based on economic torts rather than the law of nuisance or trespass. Justin Bates KC is notable for his residential property expertise – he is instructed for the residents in Global 100 v Jimenez, a case due to be heard by the Court of Appeal, after a “property guardianship” company was found by the tribunal to have run an unlicensed house of multiple occupation, therefore subjected to local authority fines and rent repayment orders.
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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.
1‘Always has the end game in mind and is the first to identify the correct strategy to get the client what it needs. Her advocacy is measured but forceful, and always focusses on the real issues.'
1‘David is a great team player: he rolls up his sleeves with the rest of the team and always performs.'
1‘A very strong and competent KC who is a pleasure to work with.’
'Intellectually very able and quick; concise and to the point; a tenacious advocate who will roll up his sleeves for a fight; absolutely at the top of his game.'
3‘Technically excellent and a clear communicator. Approachable and willing to discuss and debate points with solicitors to evolve strategy. She is a tenacious but measured advocate.’
3‘Brilliant. Very approachable and proactive, Dan is very clever and knows his subject inside and out. A pleasure to work with and an excellent advocate - clear, measured and persuasive.’
4‘She is a formidable advocate. Her knowledge and technical expertise, particularly in the field of protest injunctions, is unrivalled. Her easy way with clients makes her a sound choice for solicitors looking to bring a barrister onto their team.'
2022 Silks
‘Excellent client manner, very approachable, very intelligent, excellent advocate, and able to keep things simple when others seek to over-complicate.’
‘Toby is a robust and tenacious advocate. He is terrier-like in pursuing good points and is excellent at keeping judges on side whilst effectively advocating and cross-examining.’
2024 Silks
‘His knowledge and expertise in this field is remarkable and second to none. He is like a walking encyclopaedia on all things relating to residential landlord and tenant. He is able to explain what are often complex legal issues to lay clients and easily gains client confidence.’
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.
1‘Simon is extremely knowledgeable but also pragmatic, applying good commercial sense and providing practical advice to clients and solicitors. His advocacy is controlled and he presents his arguments in logical and persuasive manner.'
1‘Nic writes the best opinions of any barrister out there - he is unmatched in his intellectual capabilities, grasp of law and ability to apply it to complex facts.'
2‘Andy is no-nonsense. She is bright and hard headed with her advice but is charming to work with and we really appreciate her candour. A good advocate and always has the ear of the court.’
2‘James is a class act when it comes to advocacy.'
2‘Camilla is very clear thinking and an excellent communicator with lay clients and the legal team alike. Her drafting is highly effective. She understands and fights the client's corner, at all times with a firm grasp of how the judge is likely to receive and respond to the information. Always a pleasure to work with.'
3‘As an advocate she is master of the papers. She’s extremely good on her feet, persuasive and good at taking the court along with her, and robust in defending her position when necessary.’
3‘Tom has a unique style; he is always user-friendly and has a great sense of humour, he is very approachable. He is a precise advocate and excellent in his handling of complex cases, witnesses and evidence.’
4‘Rupert is fantastic with clients and provides clear cut advice which the client understands and appreciates. His advocacy is well beyond his years.'
4‘Aaron is very good on his feet and calm and clear. Aaron is particularly good with clients and cutting through tricky factual matrixes to give clear advice. Aaron is also very user-friendly to work with for solicitors.’
5‘Evie is clear, concise and commercial. She cuts right to the crux of an issue and always provides strategic and pragmatic recommendations to complement her legal analysis. She is a hit with clients in conference.'
5‘David's paperwork is clear, understandable and well constructed. He has a good turnaround time and is great with clients in conference.'
5‘Very knowledgeable in this area, extremely well-prepared and with good judgement.’
5'Luke is extremely competent and knowledgeable on all matters relating to business rates.'
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.
1‘Simon is extremely knowledgeable but also pragmatic, applying good commercial sense and providing practical advice to clients and solicitors. His advocacy is controlled and he presents his arguments in logical and persuasive manner.'
1‘Nic writes the best opinions of any barrister out there - he is unmatched in his intellectual capabilities, grasp of law and ability to apply it to complex facts.'
2‘Andy is no-nonsense. She is bright and hard headed with her advice but is charming to work with and we really appreciate her candour. A good advocate and always has the ear of the court.’
2‘James is a class act when it comes to advocacy.'
2‘Camilla is very clear thinking and an excellent communicator with lay clients and the legal team alike. Her drafting is highly effective. She understands and fights the client's corner, at all times with a firm grasp of how the judge is likely to receive and respond to the information. Always a pleasure to work with.'
3‘As an advocate she is master of the papers. She’s extremely good on her feet, persuasive and good at taking the court along with her, and robust in defending her position when necessary.’
3‘Tom has a unique style; he is always user-friendly and has a great sense of humour, he is very approachable. He is a precise advocate and excellent in his handling of complex cases, witnesses and evidence.’
4‘Rupert is fantastic with clients and provides clear cut advice which the client understands and appreciates. His advocacy is well beyond his years.'
4‘Aaron is very good on his feet and calm and clear. Aaron is particularly good with clients and cutting through tricky factual matrixes to give clear advice. Aaron is also very user-friendly to work with for solicitors.’
5‘Evie is clear, concise and commercial. She cuts right to the crux of an issue and always provides strategic and pragmatic recommendations to complement her legal analysis. She is a hit with clients in conference.'
5‘David's paperwork is clear, understandable and well constructed. He has a good turnaround time and is great with clients in conference.'
5‘Very knowledgeable in this area, extremely well-prepared and with good judgement.’
5'Luke is extremely competent and knowledgeable on all matters relating to business rates.'
