Hall of fameChambers of Richard Chapman KC
‘Richard is responsive in relation to new instructions. He works collaboratively with instructing solicitors and provides client-friendly advice in relation to technical points of commercial law.’
The Bar - Regional Bar • Northern Circuit
Chambers of Richard Chapman KC
The commercial litigation team at 18 St John Street Chambers houses Richard Chapman KC, who is head of chambers and also chair of the Northern Circuit Commercial Bar Association. He represented the claimant in RSW International Ltd v Purple Surgical Ltd, which concerned a claim for approximately £8m for a breach of contract regarding the supply of personal protective equipment. David Hoffman specialises in business and property litigation, and he is strong in contractual disputes in the High Court and County Courts.
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Testimonials
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- 'James Parks and Ryan Pugh provide an excellent service. They are friendly and always at hand, and there is never a problem too big.'
- 'Katie Brown is excellent.'
- 'The business and property clerks are fantastic with particular praise reserved for Katie Brown and Ryan Pugh. The recent introduction of James Parks as head clerk has improved the already exceptional service level the clerks provide.'
- 'The clerks are available and respond promptly. Katie Brown is particularly strong in communication and service.'
- 'A fantastic, friendly, and knowledgeable set.'
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.
2Chambers of Richard Chapman KC
‘David is very user-friendly. He works extremely efficiently and gets to the problem very quickly, and he is a good sounding board too.’
3Chambers of Richard Chapman KC
‘Elisabeth is invariably well-prepared and thorough. She demonstrates a good knowledge of the applicable legal principles, and as an advocate, she is calm and measured, responding effectively to judicial interventions.'
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.
2Chambers of Richard Chapman KC
‘David is very user-friendly. He works extremely efficiently and gets to the problem very quickly, and he is a good sounding board too.’
3Chambers of Richard Chapman KC
‘Elisabeth is invariably well-prepared and thorough. She demonstrates a good knowledge of the applicable legal principles, and as an advocate, she is calm and measured, responding effectively to judicial interventions.'