Paul Harris KC
Monckton Chambers ‘Paul is by a distance the best sports KC in the country. His deep industry knowledge allied with a market leading commercial and competition practice is unmatched.’
Specialising in the overlap between sports law and all aspects of commercial EU and competition law, Monckton Chambers has experience in sporting disputes before a range of fora. Fiona Banks routinely acts on behalf of national sports governing bodies and Premier League clubs, as showcased by her representation of Leeds United in a dispute over a transfer fee for Jean-Kevin Augustin. Paul Harris KC acts for Jürgen Klopp in an appeal brought by The FA against the leniency of a touchline ban, while Alexandra Littlewood is an expert on regulatory matters, regularly acting for Formula One teams and the EFL.
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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.
Fiona Banks
Monckton Chambers 'Incredibly thorough - excellent written work and a delight to work with.'
Alexandra Littlewood
Monckton Chambers