Doughty Street Chambers is a ‘brilliant all-round set’. The team maintains an ’excellent reputation’ for tenant-side representation, ‘particularly when elements of public law are involved’. Martin Westgate KC has ’excellent legal knowledge’, having appeared alongside Sarah Steinhardt before the Supreme Court in R (Imam) v Croydon LBC – a judicial review concerning a local authority not securing suitable accommodation for a homeless claimant for nearly six years after the duty had been accepted. Jamie Burton KC has ‘excellent attention to detail’ shown in his representation in R (Zaman) v Waltham Forest LBC – a high-profile case concerning a proposed out of borough placement in Stoke-on-Trent. David Carter has advised and acted on a number of homelessness cases and Rea Murray has acted on a number of cases involving vulnerable individuals requiring representation at judicial reviews.

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Testimonials

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  • 'The clerks are all superb, led by Sian Wilkins and Rachel Finch who are exceptionally efficient, pragmatic and a joy to work with.'
  • 'Clerks are responsive, reliable, and professional at all times.'
  • 'The clerks are excellent; friendly, efficient and willing to help even at very short notice.'
  • 'The set as a whole is committed to social housing, social justice, and legal aid.'
  • 'At Doughty Street, there is real strength across the list of junior counsel.'
  • 'One of the top social housing law chambers, superb in every way.'
  • 'Excellent chambers who are always willing to take on complex cases.'
  • 'A good set with excellent counsel at all levels.'

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.
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Matthew Lee
Doughty Street Chambers
‘Matthew’s proficiency in housing law is truly remarkable. His comprehensive understanding of the law, coupled with his strategic insight, proved invaluable in navigating the complexities of cases.’
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Rea Murray
Doughty Street Chambers
 ‘Rea is very knowledgeable, tactical and confident. She is also good at thinking on her feet, and with clients.’