Chambers of Matthew White
‘Not only is Oliver incredibly knowledgeable but importantly he is able to build a good rapport with clients and provide sensible and commercial advice.’
The Bar - Regional Bar • Western Circuit
Chambers of Matthew White
St John’s Chambers is a ‘go-to’ set for Court of Protection work on the Western Circuit, with several members regularly receiving instructions from family members, the Official Solicitor, and local authorities, among others. Alex Troup KC is ‘a formidable advocate’ and is ‘very able at explaining complex issues to lay people’. His chancery practice frequently involves Court of Protection work, mainly relating to property and affairs. Oliver Wooding, always ‘able to build a good rapport with clients’, is also experienced in mental capacity disputes, and again often handles matters concerning property and affairs.
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- 'An excellent clerking service. The clerks are always happy to try and accommodate urgent matters. Elizabeth Champion, Paul Bennett, and Simon Lyons are particularly notable.'
- 'An excellent set, a go-to set for Court of Protection work.'
- 'Counsel are very knowledgeable and responsive.'
- 'The clerks are very amendable, responsive, and keen to assist.'
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Chambers of Matthew White
‘Not only is Oliver incredibly knowledgeable but importantly he is able to build a good rapport with clients and provide sensible and commercial advice.’