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St Philips Chambers is ‘an excellent set with very capable counsel’ who advise domestic and international clients on a range of property law. John Randall KC has ’encyclopaedic knowledge of property law’ and is currently acting in Cayman Shores Development Ltd v Registrar of Lands, a high-profile property rights dispute in the Cayman Islands, while John Brennan successfully acted on behalf of a commercial development owner in GHC Global Holdings Ltd v MK Builders Merchants Ltd, a land recovery claim. The ‘thorough and authoritative’ advocate Anthony Verduyn has extensive experience of property litigation, and John Aldis specialises in boundaries disputes and adverse possession cases. Michelle Caney joined the team in August 2023.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'Service from the clerks is excellent, particularly Arron Snipe.'
  • 'Arron Snipe provides a very good clerking service.'
  • 'St Philips Chambers' barristers are exceptional at what they do.'
  • 'St Philips Chambers is one of the best sets in the Midlands.'
  • 'The clerks are extremely helpful, friendly and proactive. They answer the phone and quickly react to queries.'

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.

John Randall

John Randall

Hall of fameChambers of Sara Lewis KC

 ‘John is a powerful and persuasive advocate who is well-respected by opponents and judges alike. He is a good person to have in your corner.’

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.

Gavin McLeod2

Gavin McLeod

Chambers of Sara Lewis KC

 ‘Gavin is meticulous in his attention to detail. His advice is well-thought-out and substantiated by the most up-to-date authorities, whilst being clear and readily understandable to the client. He is extremely well-prepared when approaching trial and presents each case with clarity and persuasion.’ 

Anya Newman2

Anya Newman

Chambers of Sara Lewis KC

 ‘Anya has excellent technical knowledge and attention to detail. She can explain complicated technical issues to clients in such a way that they understand the key points and considerations in a case.’  

David Nuttall2

David Nuttall

Chambers of Sara Lewis KC

 ‘David is an extremely bright individual who grasps points quickly and who can cut straight to the point. He can produce advice which is clear and concise.’ 

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.

Gavin McLeod2

Gavin McLeod

Chambers of Sara Lewis KC

 ‘Gavin is meticulous in his attention to detail. His advice is well-thought-out and substantiated by the most up-to-date authorities, whilst being clear and readily understandable to the client. He is extremely well-prepared when approaching trial and presents each case with clarity and persuasion.’ 

Anya Newman2

Anya Newman

Chambers of Sara Lewis KC

 ‘Anya has excellent technical knowledge and attention to detail. She can explain complicated technical issues to clients in such a way that they understand the key points and considerations in a case.’  

David Nuttall2

David Nuttall

Chambers of Sara Lewis KC

 ‘David is an extremely bright individual who grasps points quickly and who can cut straight to the point. He can produce advice which is clear and concise.’