Radcliffe Chambers is sought after for its expertise in advising on landlord and tenant disputes, property tax litigation and contentious development matters, and is equally adept at handling enfranchisement issues. Kate Selway is representing the claimant in JIL Investments Ltd v Jesus is Lord Church Ltd, a real estate dispute over the alleged exercising of an option agreement concerning a commercial property in Hong Kong. Elsewhere in chambers, William Moffett appeared as sole counsel for the successful respondent in Avondale v Miss Delaney’s, a Court of Appeal case concerning the potential eviction of a nursery school by its commercial landlord.
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- 'The clerks are second to none. John Clark and Justin Allen are especially helpful.'
- 'A fantastic chambers.'
- 'Radcliffe Chambers have a fantastic selection of barristers with specialist knowledge covering a breadth of areas.'
- 'John Clark and Vince Carter know how to look after their instructing solicitors.'
- 'Extensive expertise with highly capable barristers.'
- 'Lee Wright is always responsive and understands what is needed.'
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.
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.
William Moffett
Radcliffe Chambers ‘William is consistently outstanding. He is fantastic with clients and inspires trust and confidence.’
Gary Lidington
Radcliffe Chambers ‘He has a firm grasp of the law, produces top notch pleadings and is first rate on his feet, delivering concise but powerful submissions.'
Edward Hicks
Radcliffe Chambers ‘An incredibly safe pair of hands. Technically excellent, well read on the law, and persuasive on his feet and on paper.'
Howard Smith
Radcliffe Chambers ‘Howard is a brilliant advocate. He is measured, calm, clear and incredibly well-prepared.'
Nathan Wells
Radcliffe Chambers ‘An outstanding counsel with an excellent eye for detail. He is meticulous and aware of the commercial sensibilities of the matter.’