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'John's advocacy is second to none and can explain complex issues to clients in a way they understand.'
The Bar - Regional Bar • Midland Circuit
St Philips Chambers is ‘a strong set with plenty of strength and depth’ and ’in-depth knowledge in commercial litigation’. The barristers are highly adept at handling a range of matters, from breach of directors’ duties, shareholder disputes, unfair prejudice petitions, and fraud to injunctive relief cases. John Randall KC is known as ‘a great appeal counsel’ and is ’a go-to leading counsel when clients require real gravitas to present the hardest cases in court’, while Robert Mundy is praised as ‘an extremely persuasive advocate who is very comfortable dealing with trials over several weeks and complicated last-minute applications’.
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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.
'John's advocacy is second to none and can explain complex issues to clients in a way they understand.'
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.
'Robert is excellent in all departments, and his written work is meticulous. He has strong advocacy, and his arguments are well-structured and carefully planned.'
'Marc breaks down complex legal arguments for lay clients. He gains the client's trust and manages difficult clients effectively. Marc is thorough and can think quickly on his feet when in court.'
‘Simon is an excellent barrister with a strong understanding of the commercial considerations which lie at the heart of cases. His ability to draft concise pleadings is second-to-none.’
‘Mark has a ferocious intellect and is across complex details quickly. He is a very skilled advocate who calmly unpicks weak arguments. He has an easy yet authoritative manner to which clients respond well.’
'Kirsty is academically bright and identifies the key issues in a matter quickly. She is also very friendly with clients and communicates well.'
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.
'Robert is excellent in all departments, and his written work is meticulous. He has strong advocacy, and his arguments are well-structured and carefully planned.'
'Marc breaks down complex legal arguments for lay clients. He gains the client's trust and manages difficult clients effectively. Marc is thorough and can think quickly on his feet when in court.'
‘Simon is an excellent barrister with a strong understanding of the commercial considerations which lie at the heart of cases. His ability to draft concise pleadings is second-to-none.’
‘Mark has a ferocious intellect and is across complex details quickly. He is a very skilled advocate who calmly unpicks weak arguments. He has an easy yet authoritative manner to which clients respond well.’
'Kirsty is academically bright and identifies the key issues in a matter quickly. She is also very friendly with clients and communicates well.'