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Field Court Chambers

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The team at Field Court Chambers has ‘lots of experience and a breadth of knowledge’, and is known for its strong position on local authority panels. Genevieve Screeche-Powell is a ’go to’ for cases concerning capacity and disability discrimination. Her recent highlights include Moge v LB Ealing – a case on the duty placed upon local authorities to accommodate applicants within the borough so far as reasonably practicable. Meanwhile, Sarah McKeown is lauded for her ‘comprehensive advice and strong advocacy’. Mark Baumohl is now a district judge; Clare Cullen was subsequently appointed in January 2025.

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  • 'All clerks are very pleasant and helpful to deal with.'
  • 'The clerking team are professional and quick to reply to any queries.'
  • 'The set is talented, available and helpful.'
  • 'All clerks are well-trained and experienced.' 
  • 'Field Court are a really good set of chambers when looking to instruct counsel in the area of social housing.'
  • 'There is a strong housing team in place - lots of experience and breadth of knowledge.'
  • 'They are a great set of chambers and always willing to accommodate where possible.' 
  • 'A very dependable set.'

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