Hall of fameChambers of Adrian Keeling KC and Jonathan Jones KC
‘Paul is an outstanding advocate. His ability to retain and recall information is exceptional.’
The Bar - Regional Bar • Midland Circuit
Chambers of Adrian Keeling KC and Jonathan Jones KC
No5 Barristers’ Chambers is a ‘very well-run set’ with vast experience in all areas of planning, including commercial and residential developments, energy and infrastructure, and environmental law. Paul Cairnes KC has extensive experience in representing residential development builders before the High Court and Planning Inquiry in planning-related issues. Richard Humphreys KC is currently assisting Kelsworth Ltd with an appeal related to the construction of new residential units. Turning to environmental regulatory work, Tim Pole represented developers in work concerning allegations of illegal waste disposal.
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Testimonials
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- 'No5 Barristers' Chambers is truly a very professional chambers and always provides excellent service.'
- 'No5 Barristers' Chambers is an excellent planning set with a good offering at all levels.'
- 'No5 Barristers' Chambers is a good set. The KCs and the juniors are very able, and the clerking is exceptional.'
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.
Hall of fameChambers of Adrian Keeling KC and Jonathan Jones KC
‘Peter is an excellent advocate with a keen intellect and an unending font of knowledge. He is a great commercial and tactical strategist, and clients value his straightforward yet canny advice.’
Hall of fameChambers of Adrian Keeling KC and Jonathan Jones KC
'Richard has a calm and measured style with the clients and in court. He can distil information to clients in a reassuring way. He is very commercial and creative with challenges.'
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.
Chambers of Adrian Keeling KC and Jonathan Jones KC
‘Tim is dedicated to the client's needs and is a superb lawyer with a powerful court presence. He is a true leader.’
2Chambers of Adrian Keeling KC and Jonathan Jones KC
‘Howard provides practical advice.'
Chambers of Adrian Keeling KC and Jonathan Jones KC
‘Thea is diligent, thorough and at the top of her game. She does it all whilst being personable and honest in her opinion. She is lethal in her cross-examination of witnesses.’
Chambers of Adrian Keeling KC and Jonathan Jones KC
‘Bernard's advocacy is methodical, measured and targeted, getting to the nub of the issue whilst ensuring his thought process is being followed by both the judge and the jury.’
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.
Chambers of Adrian Keeling KC and Jonathan Jones KC
‘Tim is dedicated to the client's needs and is a superb lawyer with a powerful court presence. He is a true leader.’
2Chambers of Adrian Keeling KC and Jonathan Jones KC
‘Howard provides practical advice.'
Chambers of Adrian Keeling KC and Jonathan Jones KC
‘Thea is diligent, thorough and at the top of her game. She does it all whilst being personable and honest in her opinion. She is lethal in her cross-examination of witnesses.’
Chambers of Adrian Keeling KC and Jonathan Jones KC
‘Bernard's advocacy is methodical, measured and targeted, getting to the nub of the issue whilst ensuring his thought process is being followed by both the judge and the jury.’